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Is The Kid Who Would Be King safe for your child?
Age guide
9+
We advise The Kid Who Would Be King from age 9 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk).
- 5-8
- Children in this age group might find some of the darker magical elements, such as the skeletal knights or Morgana's transformations, to be frightening.
- 9-12
- Kids aged 9-12 are likely to enjoy the adventure and themes of friendship and courage, understanding the core narrative of good versus evil.
- 13-15
- Teenagers in this bracket may appreciate the film's modern take on Arthurian legend and its messages about leadership and standing up to bullies.
- 16+
- Older teens will likely view the film as a lighthearted fantasy adventure, potentially discussing its allegorical elements or comparing it to other Arthurian adaptations.
A young boy named Alex discovers the legendary sword Excalibur and realizes he is destined to become the next King Arthur. He must unite his friends and enemies to defeat the evil sorceress Morgana.
- Age guide
- 9+
- Overall risk
- 3/10
- Violence
- 3/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 2/10
- Stranger contact
- 1/10
- Addiction risk
- 7/10
- Language
- 2/10
- Influence
- 5/10
What parents should know
The Kid Who Would Be King is a fantasy adventure film that re-imagines the legend of King Arthur in a modern-day setting, focusing on themes of courage, friendship, and overcoming adversity. While generally family-friendly, some scenes with dark magic and peril may be intense for very young children. It offers a good opportunity to discuss resilience and the importance of standing up for what is right.
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The Kid Who Would Be King age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is The Kid Who Would Be King?
Parentwise puts The Kid Who Would Be King at 9+. We advise The Kid Who Would Be King from age 9 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). Violence scores 3/10, language 2/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 7/10.
Can a 10 year old watch The Kid Who Would Be King?
Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for The Kid Who Would Be King (9+). Kids aged 9-12 are likely to enjoy the adventure and themes of friendship and courage, understanding the core narrative of good versus evil.
Can a 12 year old watch The Kid Who Would Be King?
Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for The Kid Who Would Be King (9+). Kids aged 9-12 are likely to enjoy the adventure and themes of friendship and courage, understanding the core narrative of good versus evil.
Can a 13 year old watch The Kid Who Would Be King?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for The Kid Who Would Be King (9+). Teenagers in this bracket may appreciate the film's modern take on Arthurian legend and its messages about leadership and standing up to bullies.
Is The Kid Who Would Be King appropriate for kids?
The Kid Who Would Be King is a fantasy adventure film that re-imagines the legend of King Arthur in a modern-day setting, focusing on themes of courage, friendship, and overcoming adversity. Parentwise rates The Kid Who Would Be King overall as low risk (3/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 7/10.
Is The Kid Who Would Be King family friendly?
The Kid Who Would Be King is one of the lower-risk titles we rate. While generally family-friendly, some scenes with dark magic and peril may be intense for very young children.
The Kid Who Would Be King parents guide: what should a parent know first?
The Kid Who Would Be King is a fantasy adventure film that re-imagines the legend of King Arthur in a modern-day setting, focusing on themes of courage, friendship, and overcoming adversity. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (7/10).
Is The Kid Who Would Be King safe for kids?
We advise The Kid Who Would Be King from age 9 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). While generally family-friendly, some scenes with dark magic and peril may be intense for very young children.
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