The Tale of Tsar Saltan (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
One dark winter evening, the young tsar Saltan was lucky enough to find himself a tsarina from a simple Russian family. He was so impressed by the speech of the young charmer that he married her the same evening, and took her two sisters with him to the palace as servants. However, the treacherous girls do not share the happiness of their luckier sister and begin to plot. Saltan leaves for a long military campaign, during which the young queen gives birth to his son. The evil sisters write a dispatch to the tsar, where they brazenly… Sign up for the full guide
Rated 6+ • 2026 • 1h 50m
Based on the classic Russian fairytale, 'The Tale of Tsar Saltan' is a live-action fantasy that earned its 6+ rating in Russia primarily for its intense themes and moments of peril. The story's central conflict revolves around the kind Tsarina and her infant son being betrayed by her jealous sisters, sealed in a wooden barrel, and cast out to sea. While any violence is expected to be stylized and fairytale-like, this act of cruel… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Tale of Tsar Saltan appropriate for kids?
Based on the classic Russian fairytale, 'The Tale of Tsar Saltan' is a live-action fantasy that earned its 6+ rating in Russia primarily for its intense themes and moments of peril. The story's central conflict revolves around the kind Tsarina and her infant son being betrayed… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Tale of Tsar Saltan
What happens in The Tale of Tsar Saltan, moment by moment
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:40 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Tale of Tsar Saltan
None. The plot involves marriage and childbirth as core story elements, but there is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in The Tale of Tsar Saltan
Contains moderate fairytale action and peril. The film's most intense scene involves the Tsarina and her newborn son being forcibly sealed in a barrel and thrown into the ocean. Other scenes may include stylized, non-graphic sword fighting during a military campaign and a scene where the prince fights a magical creature to protect another.
Language in The Tale of Tsar Saltan
None. Profanity is not present in this fairytale adaptation.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Tale of Tsar Saltan
None. There are no scenes depicting alcohol, tobacco, or drug use.
Mature themes in The Tale of Tsar Saltan
Features strong themes of familial jealousy, betrayal, and life-threatening peril. The plot is driven by two sisters who maliciously plot against the Tsarina, leading to her and her innocent child being abandoned and left for dead. Themes of false accusation, injustice, and the helplessness of the main characters are central and emotionally intense.
Scary moments in The Tale of Tsar Saltan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Tale of Tsar Saltan appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Tale of Tsar Saltan is best for ages 9+. It's rated 6+. Based on the classic Russian fairytale, 'The Tale of Tsar Saltan' is a live-action fantasy that earned its 6+ rating in Russia primarily for its intense themes and moments of peril. The story's central conflict revolves…
What age rating does The Tale of Tsar Saltan have?
The Tale of Tsar Saltan is officially rated 6+. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 9+.
What is The Tale of Tsar Saltan about?
Based on the classic Russian fairytale, 'The Tale of Tsar Saltan' is a live-action fantasy that earned its 6+ rating in Russia primarily for its intense themes and moments of peril. The story's central conflict revolves around the kind Tsarina and her infant son being betrayed by her jealous sisters, sealed in a…
Is there sex or nudity in The Tale of Tsar Saltan?
None. The plot involves marriage and childbirth as core story elements, but there is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
How violent is The Tale of Tsar Saltan?
Contains moderate fairytale action and peril. The film's most intense scene involves the Tsarina and her newborn son being forcibly sealed in a barrel and thrown into the ocean. Other scenes may include stylized, non-graphic sword fighting during a military…
Is the language in The Tale of Tsar Saltan appropriate for kids?
None. Profanity is not present in this fairytale adaptation.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Tale of Tsar Saltan?
None. There are no scenes depicting alcohol, tobacco, or drug use.
What mature themes appear in The Tale of Tsar Saltan?
Features strong themes of familial jealousy, betrayal, and life-threatening peril. The plot is driven by two sisters who maliciously plot against the Tsarina, leading to her and her innocent child being abandoned and left for dead. Themes of false accusation…
How long is The Tale of Tsar Saltan?
The Tale of Tsar Saltan runs 110 minutes, directed by Sarik Andreasyan, released in 2026.
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