The Star (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Star is best for ages 5+. It's rated PG. This animated retelling of the Nativity follows a group of stable animals as they lead the way to the first Christmas in Bethlehem. The film is rated PG and recommended for ages 5 and up primarily due to mild peril…

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

This animated retelling of the Nativity follows a group of stable animals as they lead the way to the first Christmas in Bethlehem. The film is rated PG and recommended for ages 5 and up primarily due to mild peril, including a threatening soldier and his guard dogs. Overall, it is a gentle and faith-based story with…

There is no sexual content or suggestive dialogue in this animated film. The story focuses on a chaste, respectful depiction of Mary and Joseph and is entirely appropriate for a young family audience.

Mild. A menacing soldier and his dogs pursue the animals; mild peril. Bloodless.

The film does not contain any profanity or crude language. Characters speak to one another with kindness, and the dialogue remains clean and G-rated throughout the entire production.

There is no alcohol, drug use, or smoking depicted in the movie. No characters are shown using illicit substances, and there are no scenes featuring taverns or drinking culture.

Faith, courage, and friendship, retelling the Nativity from the animals' view. Gentle and reverent; very young-friendly.

The Star runs 86 minutes, directed by Rian Johnson, released in 2017.

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