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Is Arthur the King safe for your child?

Age guide

8+

We advise Arthur the King from age 8 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk).

5-8
Children this age will likely enjoy the adventure and the bond between the man and the dog, focusing on the exciting journey and the animal friendship, though some intense moments might be a bit much.
9-12
Kids in this age group can appreciate the themes of perseverance, loyalty, and teamwork, understanding the challenges of the race and the deep connection formed with Arthur, finding it inspiring.
13-15
Teens at this age will likely connect with the emotional depth of the story, understanding the sacrifices and determination involved, and appreciating the powerful message about finding purpose and unlikely companionship.
16+
Older teens can fully engage with the film's nuanced themes of redemption, the human-animal bond, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds, recognizing the real-life inspiration behind the story.

This inspiring true story follows an adventure racer who adopts a stray dog, Arthur, during a grueling endurance race through the Dominican Republic. The film highlights themes of perseverance, loyalty, and the bond between humans and animals.

Age guide
8+
Overall risk
3/10
Violence
2/10
Toxic behaviour
1/10
Stranger contact
1/10
Addiction risk
7/10
Language
2/10
Influence
5/10

What parents should know

The film contains some intense moments during the adventure race, including scenes of physical exertion, minor injuries, and the dog's struggle for survival. There are emotional scenes related to the dog's health and the team's challenges.

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Arthur the King age rating and parents guide: common questions

What age rating is Arthur the King?

Parentwise puts Arthur the King at 8+. We advise Arthur the King from age 8 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). Violence scores 2/10, language 2/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 7/10.

Can a 10 year old watch Arthur the King?

Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for Arthur the King (8+). Kids in this age group can appreciate the themes of perseverance, loyalty, and teamwork, understanding the challenges of the race and the deep connection formed with Arthur, finding it inspiring.

Can a 12 year old watch Arthur the King?

Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Arthur the King (8+). Kids in this age group can appreciate the themes of perseverance, loyalty, and teamwork, understanding the challenges of the race and the deep connection formed with Arthur, finding it inspiring.

Can a 13 year old watch Arthur the King?

Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Arthur the King (8+). Teens at this age will likely connect with the emotional depth of the story, understanding the sacrifices and determination involved, and appreciating the powerful message about finding purpose and unlikely companionship.

Is Arthur the King appropriate for kids?

The film contains some intense moments during the adventure race, including scenes of physical exertion, minor injuries, and the dog's struggle for survival. Parentwise rates Arthur the King overall as low risk (3/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 7/10.

Is Arthur the King family friendly?

Arthur the King is one of the lower-risk titles we rate. There are emotional scenes related to the dog's health and the team's challenges.

Arthur the King parents guide: what should a parent know first?

The film contains some intense moments during the adventure race, including scenes of physical exertion, minor injuries, and the dog's struggle for survival. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (7/10).

Is Arthur the King safe for kids?

We advise Arthur the King from age 8 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). There are emotional scenes related to the dog's health and the team's challenges.

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