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Is Wish Dragon safe for your child?
Age guide
7+
We advise Wish Dragon from age 7 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk).
- 5-8
- Younger children will likely enjoy the colorful animation and the magical aspects of Din, the dragon, and his powers.
- 9-12
- Children in this age range can appreciate the deeper messages about the true value of friendship over material wealth, as Din navigates his wishes.
- 13-15
- Teenagers might find the film's plot somewhat predictable, but could still engage with the character development of Din and Long, and the exploration of class differences and personal aspirations.
- 16+
- Older teens may view 'Wish Dragon' as a lighthearted animated film, suitable for family viewing, but it is unlikely to offer significant depth for this age group.
This animated film from Sony Pictures Animation and Netflix tells the story of Din, a working-class college student who encounters a wish-granting dragon named Long. Together, they embark on a magical journey through modern Shanghai to find Din's long-lost childhood friend, Lina.
- Age guide
- 7+
- Overall risk
- 3/10
- Violence
- 3/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 1/10
- Stranger contact
- 1/10
- Addiction risk
- 7/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Influence
- 4/10
What parents should know
Wish Dragon is a family-friendly animated film on Netflix that offers positive messages about friendship, humility, and the true meaning of happiness. While it contains some mild cartoon action, its core themes are gentle and suitable for a wide range of ages. It provides a good opportunity to discuss values and cultural differences.
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Wish Dragon age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Wish Dragon?
Parentwise puts Wish Dragon at 7+. We advise Wish Dragon 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 7/10.
Can a 10 year old watch Wish Dragon?
Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for Wish Dragon (7+). Children in this age range can appreciate the deeper messages about the true value of friendship over material wealth, as Din navigates his wishes.
Can a 12 year old watch Wish Dragon?
Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Wish Dragon (7+). Children in this age range can appreciate the deeper messages about the true value of friendship over material wealth, as Din navigates his wishes.
Can a 13 year old watch Wish Dragon?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Wish Dragon (7+). Teenagers might find the film's plot somewhat predictable, but could still engage with the character development of Din and Long, and the exploration of class differences and personal aspirations.
Is Wish Dragon appropriate for kids?
Wish Dragon is a family-friendly animated film on Netflix that offers positive messages about friendship, humility, and the true meaning of happiness. Parentwise rates Wish Dragon overall as low risk (3/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 7/10.
Is Wish Dragon family friendly?
Wish Dragon is one of the lower-risk titles we rate. While it contains some mild cartoon action, its core themes are gentle and suitable for a wide range of ages.
Wish Dragon parents guide: what should a parent know first?
Wish Dragon is a family-friendly animated film on Netflix that offers positive messages about friendship, humility, and the true meaning of happiness. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (7/10).
Is Wish Dragon safe for kids?
We advise Wish Dragon from age 7 and up. Overall risk 3/10 (low risk). While it contains some mild cartoon action, its core themes are gentle and suitable for a wide range of ages.
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