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Is The Dragon Prince safe for your child?
Age guide
8+
We advise The Dragon Prince from age 8 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk).
- 5-8
- Children in this age range will enjoy the vibrant animation and the fantastical creatures like dragons and elves, though some battle scenes or discussions of loss might require parental guidance.
- 9-12
- At this age, viewers can follow the complex narrative arcs involving political intrigue and moral dilemmas, appreciating the character development and the themes of peace and understanding between different groups.
- 13-15
- Teenagers will engage with the more mature themes of war, prejudice, and sacrifice, as well as the nuanced portrayal of antagonists and the exploration of diverse magical abilities.
- 16+
- Older teens can appreciate the sophisticated world-building, the ethical quandaries presented by the use of dark magic, and the show's commentary on leadership and reconciliation.
This fantasy series tells the story of two human princes and an elven assassin who embark on a perilous quest to return a dragon egg to its mother. Their journey aims to unite their warring kingdoms and prevent an all-out war between humans and magical creatures.
- Age guide
- 8+
- Overall risk
- 4/10
- Violence
- 4/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 2/10
- Stranger contact
- 2/10
- Addiction risk
- 8/10
- Language
- 2/10
- Influence
- 7/10
What parents should know
The Dragon Prince is an animated fantasy series on Netflix known for its engaging story and diverse characters. It addresses themes of conflict, understanding, and personal growth in a magical world. Parents should be aware of some battle scenes and discussions of loss that might be sensitive for younger viewers.
What to do about The Dragon Prince
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What we advise for under 8, 8-12 and 13+ - our age guide for The Dragon Prince is 8+, and the answer changes with your child's age. - The one setting to change tonight
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The Dragon Prince age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is The Dragon Prince?
Parentwise puts The Dragon Prince at 8+. We advise The Dragon Prince from age 8 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 4/10, language 2/10, stranger contact 2/10 and addiction risk 8/10.
Can a 10 year old watch The Dragon Prince?
Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for The Dragon Prince (8+). At this age, viewers can follow the complex narrative arcs involving political intrigue and moral dilemmas, appreciating the character development and the themes of peace and understanding between different groups.
Can a 12 year old watch The Dragon Prince?
Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for The Dragon Prince (8+). At this age, viewers can follow the complex narrative arcs involving political intrigue and moral dilemmas, appreciating the character development and the themes of peace and understanding between different groups.
Can a 13 year old watch The Dragon Prince?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for The Dragon Prince (8+). Teenagers will engage with the more mature themes of war, prejudice, and sacrifice, as well as the nuanced portrayal of antagonists and the exploration of diverse magical abilities.
Is The Dragon Prince appropriate for kids?
The Dragon Prince is an animated fantasy series on Netflix known for its engaging story and diverse characters. Parentwise rates The Dragon Prince overall as medium risk (4/10), with stranger contact at 2/10 and addiction risk at 8/10.
Is The Dragon Prince family friendly?
The Dragon Prince sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. It addresses themes of conflict, understanding, and personal growth in a magical world.
The Dragon Prince parents guide: what should a parent know first?
The Dragon Prince is an animated fantasy series on Netflix known for its engaging story and diverse characters. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (2/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (8/10).
Is The Dragon Prince safe for kids?
We advise The Dragon Prince from age 8 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). It addresses themes of conflict, understanding, and personal growth in a magical world.
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