Is Encanto Ok For Kids? Parent Movie Review

We love a good Disney animated movie that drops during Thanksgiving week. Frozen and Moana are favorites and we’re adding Encanto to the list as well! Is Encanto Ok for Kids? This parent movie review will help you decide if this movie is safe and kid-friendly for your family. Be sure to download this free Encanto activity pack with coloring sheets!

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About Encanto

In the film, the magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift from super strength to the power to heal—every child except one, Mirabel.

But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family’s last hope.

You can watch the Encanto trailer here.

And don’t miss out on the best Encanto movie quotes, either!

is encanto safe for kids parent movie guide — HOME SWEET HOME — The Madrigal’s casita in “Encanto” is more than a house—it’s alive—embodying the same magic that has blessed the Madrigal children for two generations. Filmmakers liken the house to a loyal pet—it is part of the family. The love for one another is mutual. Opening in the U.S. on Nov. 24, 2021, “Encanto” features songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda. © 2021 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

Is Encanto Ok For Kids? Parent Movie Review and Guide

Encanto is rated PG, which may have some parents asking if this one is safe for their kids.

In this parent movie review and guide, we’ll break down the language, violence, action, and adult content in Encanto to help you decide if this one is ok for your kids.

Here’s what you need to know to decide if Encanto is kid-friendly for your family!

Mirabel in Encanto. Is it ok for kids to watch? parent review — Mirabel Madrigal struggles to fit in a family where everyone has been blessed with magical powers – everyone but her. Determined to prove she belongs within this extraordinary family, she strives to contribute in meaningful ways—denying to everyone, including herself, that she feels all alone, even in her own house. Opening in the U.S. on Nov. 24, 2021, “Encanto” features Stephanie Beatriz as the voice of Mirabel and songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda. © 2021 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

Is Encanto Ok For Kids: Language

Great news for parents: Encanto is clean when it comes to language, except you will hear “oh my g-d” which can be a dealbreaker.

But no swear words are present in this one.

Violence In Encanto

Encanto has a few instances of violence that is more implied than actually acted out on screen.

There is a death of a grandfather that is initially glossed over, but later in the movie, there are more details about his death provided.

It is clear that his death was a violent one even though we don’t see it happen on screen.

Weapons (large swords) and fire are used at one point to enact violence on the townspeople.

is encanto too scary for kids? parent guide and review — Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” introduces Mirabel, a 15-year-old who lives with her family in the mountains of Colombia in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. Mirabel, a kind and humble teenager who puts the ordinary in extraordinary, struggles to fit in a family that’s blessed with magical powers. Featuring the voice of Stephanie Beatriz as Mirabel, “Encanto” opens in theaters on Nov. 24, 2021. © 2021 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

Is Encanto Too Scary For Kids? Parent Movie Guide

Encanto is rated PG due to some characters being placed in perilous situations.

There are some intense scenes where characters are running, jumping, and falling that could concern sensitive children.

A house suffers cracks and puts the family in danger.

Encanto is not an overly scary movie (no monsters or jump scares to be concerned about) but there are certainly moments of intensity to be aware of.

What Ages Are Appropriate For Encanto?

If your kiddo can sit and watch a movie for just over 90 minutes, then they can watch Encanto.

We’d say kids preschool age and up should be good to go to this one.

And if you need to know when you can pee during Encanto, we have that broken down for you too.

what ages can watch encanto — In Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto,” Antonio may be shy, but his huge heart is his biggest asset—rivaled only by his newly received magical ability to communicate with animals. Directed by Byron Howard (“Zootopia,” “Tangled”) and Jared Bush (co-director “Zootopia”), co-directed by Charise Castro Smith (writer “The Death of Eva Sofia Valdez”) and produced by Clark Spencer and Yvett Merino, “Encanto” opens in theaters on Nov. 24, 2021. © 2021 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

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Patty Holliday

Patty Holliday is a parent movie reviewer, writer, and podcaster living in the Washington, DC area. Her goal is to bridge the gap between casual fandom and picky critic with parent movie and television reviews. As a lifelong fangirl and pop culture connoisseur, she’s been creating online since 2009. You can find her work at No-Guilt Disney.com, No-Guilt Fangirl.com, No-Guilt Life, and as host of the top-rated No-Guilt Disney Podcast.

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