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Is Beauty and the Beast (2017) safe for your child?
Age guide
7+
We advise Beauty and the Beast (2017) from age 7 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk).
- 5-8
- Younger children in this age range will appreciate the magical elements, singing, and colorful characters like Lumiere and Cogsworth in Beauty and the Beast (2017).
- 9-12
- Children aged 9-12 can engage with the romantic storyline and the deeper themes of prejudice and acceptance present in Beauty and the Beast (2017).
- 13-15
- Teenagers in this group may analyze the film's adaptation from the animated classic, comparing the character development of Belle and the Beast.
- 16+
- Older teens can appreciate the cinematic artistry, costume design, and the performances of the lead actors in Beauty and the Beast (2017).
This live-action adaptation brings the classic fairytale to life, following Belle, a bright and independent young woman, who is taken prisoner by a fearsome Beast in his enchanted castle. Despite her fears, she learns to look beyond his monstrous exterior and discovers the kind heart of the true Prince within.
- Age guide
- 7+
- Overall risk
- 3/10
- Violence
- 3/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 1/10
- Stranger contact
- 1/10
- Addiction risk
- 8/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Influence
- 7/10
What parents should know
Beauty and the Beast (2017) is a live-action adaptation of the classic fairy tale, available on Disney+. It offers a visually rich experience with strong themes of inner beauty, kindness, and acceptance. While generally family-friendly, some scenes with the Beast's initial aggression or wolf attacks might be intense for younger or more sensitive viewers. Parents can use the film to discuss important values and character traits with their children.
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Beauty and the Beast (2017) age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Beauty and the Beast (2017)?
Parentwise puts Beauty and the Beast (2017) at 7+. We advise Beauty and the Beast (2017) from age 7 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). Violence scores 3/10, language 1/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 8/10.
Can a 10 year old watch Beauty and the Beast (2017)?
Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for Beauty and the Beast (2017) (7+). Children aged 9-12 can engage with the romantic storyline and the deeper themes of prejudice and acceptance present in Beauty and the Beast (2017).
Can a 12 year old watch Beauty and the Beast (2017)?
Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Beauty and the Beast (2017) (7+). Children aged 9-12 can engage with the romantic storyline and the deeper themes of prejudice and acceptance present in Beauty and the Beast (2017).
Can a 13 year old watch Beauty and the Beast (2017)?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Beauty and the Beast (2017) (7+). Teenagers in this group may analyze the film's adaptation from the animated classic, comparing the character development of Belle and the Beast.
Is Beauty and the Beast (2017) appropriate for kids?
Beauty and the Beast (2017) is a live-action adaptation of the classic fairy tale, available on Disney+. Parentwise rates Beauty and the Beast (2017) overall as low risk (3/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 8/10.
Is Beauty and the Beast (2017) family friendly?
Beauty and the Beast (2017) is one of the lower-risk titles we rate. It offers a visually rich experience with strong themes of inner beauty, kindness, and acceptance.
Beauty and the Beast (2017) parents guide: what should a parent know first?
Beauty and the Beast (2017) is a live-action adaptation of the classic fairy tale, available on Disney+. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (8/10).
Is Beauty and the Beast (2017) safe for kids?
We advise Beauty and the Beast (2017) from age 7 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). It offers a visually rich experience with strong themes of inner beauty, kindness, and acceptance.
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