The Secret Kingdom (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Verity and Peter’s trip to the old family mansion takes a turn when the floor of their room suddenly gives way and they fall into an underground chamber where they are met by a civilization of creatures. The leader tells them that Peter's arrival was foretold as he’s the one who can use Great Clock of the Citadel to restart time and destroy the Shroud, a malevolent creature who feeds on fear itself...
Rated PG • 2023 • 1h 38m
The Secret Kingdom follows siblings Peter and Verity as they fall into a subterranean fantasy world after their floor collapses in an old family mansion. The film centers on Peter’s quest to fulfill a prophecy and restart the Great Clock to save this realm from the Shroud, a creature that thrives on fear. It is rated PG for fantasy action and peril, which includes several intense chase sequences and dark, shadowy entities. The film is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Secret Kingdom appropriate for kids?
The Secret Kingdom follows siblings Peter and Verity as they fall into a subterranean fantasy world after their floor collapses in an old family mansion. The film centers on Peter’s quest to fulfill a prophecy and restart the Great Clock to save this realm from the Shroud, a… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Secret Kingdom
What happens in The Secret Kingdom, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:34 🍷 Substances 1/10
Sex and nudity in The Secret Kingdom
None. There is no sexual content or innuendo.
Violence and gore in The Secret Kingdom
Violence is limited to fantasy-based action and peril. Characters face off against shadowy creatures in chase scenes, and there are sequences involving non-human creatures using magic or staff weapons in battle, but there is no blood or realistic injury shown.
Language in The Secret Kingdom
None. The dialogue is clean and free of profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Secret Kingdom
There is a brief, incidental reference to a character potentially consuming a potion or magical concoction, which is presented in a fantasy context.
Mature themes in The Secret Kingdom
The narrative explores themes of sibling loyalty, the responsibility of being a leader, and the psychological impact of fear as a controlling force. The Shroud serves as a manifestation of these internal struggles.
Scary moments in The Secret Kingdom
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Secret Kingdom 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 Secret Kingdom appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Secret Kingdom is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. The Secret Kingdom follows siblings Peter and Verity as they fall into a subterranean fantasy world after their floor collapses in an old family mansion. The film centers on Peter’s quest to fulfill a prophecy and…
What age rating does The Secret Kingdom have?
The Secret Kingdom is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is The Secret Kingdom about?
The Secret Kingdom follows siblings Peter and Verity as they fall into a subterranean fantasy world after their floor collapses in an old family mansion. The film centers on Peter’s quest to fulfill a prophecy and restart the Great Clock to save this realm from the Shroud, a creature that thrives on fear. It is rated…
Is there sex or nudity in The Secret Kingdom?
None. There is no sexual content or innuendo.
How violent is The Secret Kingdom?
Violence is limited to fantasy-based action and peril. Characters face off against shadowy creatures in chase scenes, and there are sequences involving non-human creatures using magic or staff weapons in battle, but there is no blood or realistic injury shown.
Is the language in The Secret Kingdom appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue is clean and free of profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Secret Kingdom?
There is a brief, incidental reference to a character potentially consuming a potion or magical concoction, which is presented in a fantasy context.
What mature themes appear in The Secret Kingdom?
The narrative explores themes of sibling loyalty, the responsibility of being a leader, and the psychological impact of fear as a controlling force. The Shroud serves as a manifestation of these internal struggles.
How long is The Secret Kingdom?
The Secret Kingdom runs 98 minutes, directed by Matt Drummond, released in 2023.
Where can I read the full The Secret Kingdom parent guide?
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