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Is The Lion King (2019) safe for your child?
Age guide
6+
We advise The Lion King (2019) from age 6 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk).
- 5-8
- Younger viewers might find the realistic CGI depictions of animal conflict and the stampede scene intense or frightening, particularly the death of Mufasa.
- 9-12
- Children in this age group are generally able to process the themes of loss, responsibility, and betrayal, understanding that the violence is not gratuitous but serves the story.
- 13-15
- Teenagers will likely appreciate the film's stunning visual effects and musical numbers, engaging with its classic narrative without significant emotional distress from the darker elements.
- 16+
- Older viewers can enjoy the film as a cinematic achievement, comparing its storytelling and visual style to the original animated version and other live-action adaptations.
This photorealistic animated remake retells the classic story of Simba, a young lion cub destined to rule the Pride Lands, who faces tragedy and exile before returning to reclaim his rightful place. It explores themes of responsibility, loss, and the circle of life.
- Age guide
- 6+
- Overall risk
- 3/10
- Violence
- 4/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 1/10
- Stranger contact
- 1/10
- Addiction risk
- 7/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Influence
- 6/10
What parents should know
The 2019 version of The Lion King features photorealistic CGI that makes its intense scenes, like the stampede and Mufasa's death, more impactful than the animated original. While visually spectacular, parents should consider their child's sensitivity to realistic depictions of peril and loss.
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The Lion King (2019) age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is The Lion King (2019)?
Parentwise puts The Lion King (2019) at 6+. We advise The Lion King (2019) from age 6 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). Violence scores 4/10, language 1/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 7/10.
Can a 10 year old watch The Lion King (2019)?
Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for The Lion King (2019) (6+). Children in this age group are generally able to process the themes of loss, responsibility, and betrayal, understanding that the violence is not gratuitous but serves the story.
Can a 12 year old watch The Lion King (2019)?
Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for The Lion King (2019) (6+). Children in this age group are generally able to process the themes of loss, responsibility, and betrayal, understanding that the violence is not gratuitous but serves the story.
Can a 13 year old watch The Lion King (2019)?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for The Lion King (2019) (6+). Teenagers will likely appreciate the film's stunning visual effects and musical numbers, engaging with its classic narrative without significant emotional distress from the darker elements.
Is The Lion King (2019) appropriate for kids?
The 2019 version of The Lion King features photorealistic CGI that makes its intense scenes, like the stampede and Mufasa's death, more impactful than the animated original. Parentwise rates The Lion King (2019) overall as low risk (3/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 7/10.
Is The Lion King (2019) family friendly?
The Lion King (2019) is one of the lower-risk titles we rate. While visually spectacular, parents should consider their child's sensitivity to realistic depictions of peril and loss.
The Lion King (2019) parents guide: what should a parent know first?
The 2019 version of The Lion King features photorealistic CGI that makes its intense scenes, like the stampede and Mufasa's death, more impactful than the animated original. 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 Lion King (2019) safe for kids?
We advise The Lion King (2019) from age 6 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). While visually spectacular, parents should consider their child's sensitivity to realistic depictions of peril and loss.
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