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The Princess Switch (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

When a down-to-earth Chicago baker and a soon-to-be princess discover they look like twins, they hatch a Christmastime plan to trade places.

Rated PG • 2018 • 1h 41m

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The Princess Switch is a lighthearted, family-friendly holiday film about a Chicago baker and a soon-to-be princess who discover they are identical and decide to swap lives for a few days. The movie maintains a cheerful tone throughout, focusing on themes of personal growth, romantic discovery, and the true meaning of the holidays. There is no sexual content, harsh language, or substance abuse to worry about. Parents should be aware… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Vanessa Hudgens
Vanessa Hudgens
Sam Palladio
Sam Palladio
Nick Sagar
Nick Sagar
Alexa Adeosun
Alexa Adeosun
Suanne Braun
Suanne Braun
Mark Fleischmann
Mark Fleischmann
Sara Stewart
Sara Stewart
Pavel Douglas
Pavel Douglas
Amy Griffiths
Amy Griffiths
Robin Soans
Robin Soans
AE
Ashley Emerson
Calli Taylor
Calli Taylor
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Is The Princess Switch appropriate for kids?

The Princess Switch is a lighthearted, family-friendly holiday film about a Chicago baker and a soon-to-be princess who discover they are identical and decide to swap lives for a few days. The movie maintains a cheerful tone throughout, focusing on themes of personal growth… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Princess Switch

Sex None 0/10
Violence None 0/10
Language Mild 1/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Mild 2/10

What happens in The Princess Switch, moment by moment

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  2. 0:28 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
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Sex and nudity in The Princess Switch

There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.

Violence and gore in The Princess Switch

Violence is absent; the film features no physical combat, fighting, or aggressive behavior.

Language in The Princess Switch

Language is extremely mild, limited to a few polite exclamations and standard conversational terms.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Princess Switch

There is no substance use depicted on-screen.

Mature themes in The Princess Switch

The film explores themes of personal identity and the pressure to meet family expectations. The characters navigate the moral implications of lying about their identities, though these moments are handled with a light, humorous touch.

Scary moments in The Princess Switch

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Princess Switch 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Princess Switch appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Princess Switch is best for ages 5+. It's rated PG. The Princess Switch is a lighthearted, family-friendly holiday film about a Chicago baker and a soon-to-be princess who discover they are identical and decide to swap lives for a few days. The movie maintains a cheerful…

What age rating does The Princess Switch have?

The Princess Switch is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 5+.

What is The Princess Switch about?

The Princess Switch is a lighthearted, family-friendly holiday film about a Chicago baker and a soon-to-be princess who discover they are identical and decide to swap lives for a few days. The movie maintains a cheerful tone throughout, focusing on themes of personal growth, romantic discovery, and the true meaning of…

Is there sex or nudity in The Princess Switch?

There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.

How violent is The Princess Switch?

Violence is absent; the film features no physical combat, fighting, or aggressive behavior.

Is the language in The Princess Switch appropriate for kids?

Language is extremely mild, limited to a few polite exclamations and standard conversational terms.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Princess Switch?

There is no substance use depicted on-screen.

What mature themes appear in The Princess Switch?

The film explores themes of personal identity and the pressure to meet family expectations. The characters navigate the moral implications of lying about their identities, though these moments are handled with a light, humorous touch.

How long is The Princess Switch?

The Princess Switch runs 101 minutes, directed by Mike Rohl, released in 2018.

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