The Man from Snowy River (1982) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Jim Craig has lived his first 18 years in the mountains of Australia on his father's farm. The death of his father forces him to go to the lowlands to earn enough money to get the farm back on its feet.
Rated PG • 1982 • 1h 43m
A young mountain horseman tries to prove himself in the Australian high country while falling for the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Kirk Douglas in a dual role. PG rating is appropriate — a sweeping romantic adventure.
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Is The Man from Snowy River appropriate for kids?
A young mountain horseman tries to prove himself in the Australian high country while falling for the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Kirk Douglas in a dual role. PG rating is appropriate — a sweeping romantic adventure. Read more — free account
Content severity in The Man from Snowy River
What happens in The Man from Snowy River, moment by moment
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Sex and nudity in The Man from Snowy River
There is no overt sexual content or nudity depicted in this film. The romantic subplots are handled with Victorian-era modesty, focusing on brief, chaste embraces and longing glances between the protagonists.
Violence and gore in The Man from Snowy River
No significant violence or gore is present in this adventure film. While there are tense moments involving wild horses and dangerous terrain, the action is depicted through stunt work rather than physical altercations or injuries.
Language in The Man from Snowy River
The film contains mild language consistent with its PG rating, including infrequent use of 'damn' and 'hell.' These instances are sparse and used within the context of the rough Australian frontier dialogue.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Man from Snowy River
There is no significant use of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs shown. The characters focus on their work in the high country, and the film avoids scenes of intoxication or casual substance use.
Mature themes in The Man from Snowy River
The high-country riding sequences are genuinely breathtaking — horsemen galloping down near-vertical mountain slopes. A romance between different social classes. The film launched Australia's international cinema presence alongside Crocodile Dundee.
Scary moments in The Man from Snowy River
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Man from Snowy River yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Man from Snowy River appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Man from Snowy River is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. A young mountain horseman tries to prove himself in the Australian high country while falling for the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Kirk Douglas in a dual role. PG rating is appropriate — a sweeping romantic…
What age rating does The Man from Snowy River have?
The Man from Snowy River is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Man from Snowy River about?
A young mountain horseman tries to prove himself in the Australian high country while falling for the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Kirk Douglas in a dual role. PG rating is appropriate — a sweeping romantic adventure.
Is there sex or nudity in The Man from Snowy River?
There is no overt sexual content or nudity depicted in this film. The romantic subplots are handled with Victorian-era modesty, focusing on brief, chaste embraces and longing glances between the protagonists.
How violent is The Man from Snowy River?
No significant violence or gore is present in this adventure film. While there are tense moments involving wild horses and dangerous terrain, the action is depicted through stunt work rather than physical altercations or injuries.
Is the language in The Man from Snowy River appropriate for kids?
The film contains mild language consistent with its PG rating, including infrequent use of 'damn' and 'hell.' These instances are sparse and used within the context of the rough Australian frontier dialogue.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Man from Snowy River?
There is no significant use of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs shown. The characters focus on their work in the high country, and the film avoids scenes of intoxication or casual substance use.
What mature themes appear in The Man from Snowy River?
The high-country riding sequences are genuinely breathtaking — horsemen galloping down near-vertical mountain slopes. A romance between different social classes. The film launched Australia's international cinema presence alongside Crocodile Dundee.
How long is The Man from Snowy River?
The Man from Snowy River runs 103 minutes, directed by George Miller, released in 1982.
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