The Secret of the Magic Gourd (2007) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When schoolboy Wang Bao discovers a magical gourd that can instantly grant his every wish, the awkward child suddenly becomes a hero amongst his curious classmates. When the gourd proves more of a burden than a blessing and the boy decides to get rid of it, he quickly discovers that's easier said than done.
Rated G • 2007 • 1h 24m
The Secret of the Magic Gourd is a family-oriented film that follows a young boy named Wang Bao who discovers a mythical gourd capable of granting his every wish. While the magical premise leads to lighthearted mishaps, the boy soon learns that shortcuts to success often come with unintended consequences. The film is rated G and remains entirely appropriate for all ages, with no mature content to report. Parents can expect a gentle… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Secret of the Magic Gourd appropriate for kids?
The Secret of the Magic Gourd is a family-oriented film that follows a young boy named Wang Bao who discovers a mythical gourd capable of granting his every wish. While the magical premise leads to lighthearted mishaps, the boy soon learns that shortcuts to success often come… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Secret of the Magic Gourd
What happens in The Secret of the Magic Gourd, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:30 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:45 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Secret of the Magic Gourd
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in The Secret of the Magic Gourd
Violence is limited to mild, non-realistic cartoon action. Examples include brief moments of robot-themed play and minor, harmless peril depicted within fantasy movie sequences.
Language in The Secret of the Magic Gourd
There is no profanity in this film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Secret of the Magic Gourd
There is no substance use in this film.
Mature themes in The Secret of the Magic Gourd
The story centers on themes of honesty, integrity, and the value of hard work over instant gratification, which are presented in a straightforward, accessible manner for children.
Scary moments in The Secret of the Magic Gourd
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Secret of the Magic Gourd 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 of the Magic Gourd appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Secret of the Magic Gourd is best for ages 5+. It's rated G. The Secret of the Magic Gourd is a family-oriented film that follows a young boy named Wang Bao who discovers a mythical gourd capable of granting his every wish. While the magical premise leads to lighthearted mishaps…
What age rating does The Secret of the Magic Gourd have?
The Secret of the Magic Gourd is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 5+.
What is The Secret of the Magic Gourd about?
The Secret of the Magic Gourd is a family-oriented film that follows a young boy named Wang Bao who discovers a mythical gourd capable of granting his every wish. While the magical premise leads to lighthearted mishaps, the boy soon learns that shortcuts to success often come with unintended consequences. The film is…
Is there sex or nudity in The Secret of the Magic Gourd?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is The Secret of the Magic Gourd?
Violence is limited to mild, non-realistic cartoon action. Examples include brief moments of robot-themed play and minor, harmless peril depicted within fantasy movie sequences.
Is the language in The Secret of the Magic Gourd appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity in this film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Secret of the Magic Gourd?
There is no substance use in this film.
What mature themes appear in The Secret of the Magic Gourd?
The story centers on themes of honesty, integrity, and the value of hard work over instant gratification, which are presented in a straightforward, accessible manner for children.
How long is The Secret of the Magic Gourd?
The Secret of the Magic Gourd runs 84 minutes, directed by Frankie Chung Chi-Hang, John Chu Ka-Yan, released in 2007.
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