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Woodwalkers (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Humans who can shapeshift into animals struggle to integrate with others without revealing their special abilities. As a group, they strive to inform and institute change in the perspective of deforestation and the importance of natural habitats. However, when that cannot happen, they're forced to take matters into their own hands.

Rated 6 • 2024 • 1h 43m

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Based on the popular book series, *Woodwalkers* is a fantasy adventure about a boy named Carag who is secretly a puma shapeshifter attending a special school for others like him. The film's content is equivalent to a PG rating, centered on fantasy action and thematic elements. Violence consists of animal-on-animal fighting, with growling, scratches, and peril, but no graphic gore. Thematic content involves bullying, prejudice, and a… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Emile Chérif
Emile Chérif
Lilli Falk
Lilli Falk
Johan von Ehrlich
Johan von Ehrlich
Sophie Lelenta
Sophie Lelenta
Oliver Masucci
Oliver Masucci
Martina Gedeck
Martina Gedeck
Hannah Herzsprung
Hannah Herzsprung
Emil Bloch
Emil Bloch
Olivia Sinclair
Olivia Sinclair
David Wurawa
David Wurawa
Anton Noori
Anton Noori
Lucas Gregorowicz
Lucas Gregorowicz
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Is Woodwalkers appropriate for kids?

Based on the popular book series, *Woodwalkers* is a fantasy adventure about a boy named Carag who is secretly a puma shapeshifter attending a special school for others like him. The film's content is equivalent to a PG rating, centered on fantasy action and thematic elements… Read more — free account

Content severity in Woodwalkers

Sex None 0/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language None 0/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Woodwalkers, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
  2. 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
  3. 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Woodwalkers

Not applicable. There is no sexual content, nudity, or romantic innuendo.

Violence and gore in Woodwalkers

Contains moderate fantasy violence. The characters, who can transform into animals, engage in several fights that involve lunging, tackling, and growling. These scuffles sometimes result in minor, non-gory injuries like visible scratches. There are also scenes of peril where characters are chased or threatened by an antagonistic adult.

Language in Woodwalkers

None. No profanity is used in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Woodwalkers

Substance use is very brief and mild. In one scene, adults are shown holding glasses of wine in the background during a social gathering at the school, but there is no focus on the drinking.

Mature themes in Woodwalkers

Moderate themes of belonging, prejudice, and betrayal are central to the story. Characters struggle with hiding their true identities from the human world, face bullying from peers, and deal with the emotional fallout of a friend's betrayal. The film also carries a message about environmentalism, showing the destruction of natural habitats.

Scary moments in Woodwalkers

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Woodwalkers 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodwalkers appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Woodwalkers is best for ages 9+. It's rated 6. Based on the popular book series, *Woodwalkers* is a fantasy adventure about a boy named Carag who is secretly a puma shapeshifter attending a special school for others like him. The film's content is equivalent to a PG…

What age rating does Woodwalkers have?

Woodwalkers is officially rated 6. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 9+.

What is Woodwalkers about?

Based on the popular book series, *Woodwalkers* is a fantasy adventure about a boy named Carag who is secretly a puma shapeshifter attending a special school for others like him. The film's content is equivalent to a PG rating, centered on fantasy action and thematic elements. Violence consists of animal-on-animal…

Is there sex or nudity in Woodwalkers?

Not applicable. There is no sexual content, nudity, or romantic innuendo.

How violent is Woodwalkers?

Contains moderate fantasy violence. The characters, who can transform into animals, engage in several fights that involve lunging, tackling, and growling. These scuffles sometimes result in minor, non-gory injuries like visible scratches. There are also…

Is the language in Woodwalkers appropriate for kids?

None. No profanity is used in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Woodwalkers?

Substance use is very brief and mild. In one scene, adults are shown holding glasses of wine in the background during a social gathering at the school, but there is no focus on the drinking.

What mature themes appear in Woodwalkers?

Moderate themes of belonging, prejudice, and betrayal are central to the story. Characters struggle with hiding their true identities from the human world, face bullying from peers, and deal with the emotional fallout of a friend's betrayal. The film also…

How long is Woodwalkers?

Woodwalkers runs 103 minutes, directed by Damián John Harper, released in 2024.

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