The Prince of Egypt (1998) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The strong bond between two Royal Egyptian brothers is challenged when their chosen responsibilities set them at odds, with extraordinary consequences.
Rated PG • 1998 • 1h 39m
This animated musical tells the biblical story of Moses, from his upbringing as an Egyptian prince to his mission to lead the Israelites out of slavery. The film is rated PG and is most appropriate for children ages 8 and up due to several intense sequences involving the cruelty of slavery, the plagues, and depictions of infanticide. While the film contains no sexual content or profanity, the mature themes of divine judgment and the… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Prince of Egypt appropriate for kids?
This animated musical tells the biblical story of Moses, from his upbringing as an Egyptian prince to his mission to lead the Israelites out of slavery. The film is rated PG and is most appropriate for children ages 8 and up due to several intense sequences involving the cruelty… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Prince of Egypt
What happens in The Prince of Egypt, moment by moment
- 0:01 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:16 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 1:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in The Prince of Egypt
None.
Violence and gore in The Prince of Egypt
Moderate. Slavery and its cruelty, the killing of infants in the opening, and the plagues — including the chilling 'death of the firstborn' sequence. Dramatic and at times frightening; bloodless.
Language in The Prince of Egypt
None of note.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Prince of Egypt
None of note.
Mature themes in The Prince of Egypt
Faith, freedom, and divided brotherhood. Slavery, infanticide, and divine judgment give it real emotional and moral weight. Stirring but intense for younger kids.
Scary moments in The Prince of Egypt
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Prince of Egypt appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Prince of Egypt is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. This animated musical tells the biblical story of Moses, from his upbringing as an Egyptian prince to his mission to lead the Israelites out of slavery. The film is rated PG and is most appropriate for children ages 8…
What age rating does The Prince of Egypt have?
The Prince of Egypt is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is The Prince of Egypt about?
This animated musical tells the biblical story of Moses, from his upbringing as an Egyptian prince to his mission to lead the Israelites out of slavery. The film is rated PG and is most appropriate for children ages 8 and up due to several intense sequences involving the cruelty of slavery, the plagues, and depictions…
Is there sex or nudity in The Prince of Egypt?
None.
How violent is The Prince of Egypt?
Moderate. Slavery and its cruelty, the killing of infants in the opening, and the plagues — including the chilling 'death of the firstborn' sequence. Dramatic and at times frightening; bloodless.
Is the language in The Prince of Egypt appropriate for kids?
None of note.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Prince of Egypt?
None of note.
What mature themes appear in The Prince of Egypt?
Faith, freedom, and divided brotherhood. Slavery, infanticide, and divine judgment give it real emotional and moral weight. Stirring but intense for younger kids.
How long is The Prince of Egypt?
The Prince of Egypt runs 99 minutes, directed by Simon Wells, Brenda Chapman, Steve Hickner, released in 1998.
Where can I read the full The Prince of Egypt parent guide?
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