The Secret Garden (1993) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A young British girl born and reared in India loses her neglectful parents in an earthquake. She is returned to England to live at her uncle's castle. Her uncle is very distant due to the loss of his wife ten years before. Neglected once again, she begins exploring the estate and discovers a garden that has been locked and forgotten. Aided by one of the servants' boys, she begins restoring the garden, and eventually discovers some other secrets of the manor.
Rated G • 1993 • 1h 41m
Overall: A spoiled orphan girl is sent to her mysterious uncle's manor on the Yorkshire moors — where she discovers a locked, abandoned garden and two lonely children. Kate Maberly. G rating is appropriate — a beautifully made children's classic.
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Is The Secret Garden appropriate for kids?
Overall: A spoiled orphan girl is sent to her mysterious uncle's manor on the Yorkshire moors — where she discovers a locked, abandoned garden and two lonely children. Kate Maberly. G rating is appropriate — a beautifully made children's classic. Read more — free account
Content severity in The Secret Garden
What happens in The Secret Garden, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:38 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 1:12 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Secret Garden
None.
Violence and gore in The Secret Garden
None.
Language in The Secret Garden
None of note.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Secret Garden
None.
Mature themes in The Secret Garden
Grief and isolation — Mary, Colin, and the garden itself as mirrors of neglect and potential for renewal. The garden as a metaphor for the children's emotional recovery. One of cinema's finest children's films.
Scary moments in The Secret Garden
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Secret Garden appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Secret Garden is best for ages 8+. It's rated G. Overall: A spoiled orphan girl is sent to her mysterious uncle's manor on the Yorkshire moors — where she discovers a locked, abandoned garden and two lonely children. Kate Maberly. G rating is appropriate — a…
What age rating does The Secret Garden have?
The Secret Garden is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is The Secret Garden about?
Overall: A spoiled orphan girl is sent to her mysterious uncle's manor on the Yorkshire moors — where she discovers a locked, abandoned garden and two lonely children. Kate Maberly. G rating is appropriate — a beautifully made children's classic.
Is there sex or nudity in The Secret Garden?
None.
How violent is The Secret Garden?
None.
Is the language in The Secret Garden appropriate for kids?
None of note.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Secret Garden?
None.
What mature themes appear in The Secret Garden?
Grief and isolation — Mary, Colin, and the garden itself as mirrors of neglect and potential for renewal. The garden as a metaphor for the children's emotional recovery. One of cinema's finest children's films.
How long is The Secret Garden?
The Secret Garden runs 101 minutes, directed by Agnieszka Holland, released in 1993.
Where can I read the full The Secret Garden parent guide?
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