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Is Harry Potter 2 safe for kids?

There are frightening creatures, including hordes of big spiders and an enormous snake that can kill anyone who looks in its eyes. Though it appears that some characters have been hurt or killed, all the heroes are ultimately fine. But children who aren't already familiar with the story may be upset.
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What age is Harry Potter 2 suitable for?

7–9: A great age to begin (for younger kids, consider reading aloud together). Read: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
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Is Harry Potter safe for kids to watch?

Age 12+ Your kids can probably handle everything J.K. Rowling sends their way (but you might want to go with them to the more mature movies).
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Is the first Harry Potter movie ok for 5 year olds?

inappropriate for most

While many fantasy movies contain magic elements this one is nowhere close to the clear morality or dominion established in the works of Tolkien. The harry potter series is inappropriate for minors who are not already WELL formed morally.
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Is Harry Potter 3 suitable for a 7 year old?

This film is quite dark, thematically and visually, but not too frightening. Children should be able to handle it. The plot of the film revolves around a convicted murderer escaping from prison and going after Harry, supposedly to kill him. All scenes with Dementors are quite frightening and intense.
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Is Harry Potter too scary for 4 year old?

Due to the success, J K Rowling started making them darker and more adult orientated as the series went one. Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone is fine for young children. Once you get to book 4 The Goblet of Fire, four would be too young for it. With the films, I would say number 3 is a bit too scary for a 4 y/o.
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Is Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 OK for kids?

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 is rated PG-13 by the MPAA for some sequences of intense action violence and frightening images. Violence: The use of torture is discussed and some characters show bruises from acts of punishment.
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How scary is Harry Potter Deathly Hallows Part 2?

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 is a fantasy adventure suited to an adolescent audience. You should note that this movie is very dark. A feeling of menace runs right through it, and it has many images that could scare or disturb younger children. The movie is also long, and its plot is rather confusing.
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Can my 8 year old watch Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows?

Too scary for Tweens, unclear if you didn't read the book

There are even some sexual innuendos between the main characters. If the objective of the film is to scare everyone with every scene, then they accomplished their mission. Skip this movie until you have 15+ year olds.
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Is the second Harry Potter movie scary?

Parents need to know that Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is scarier than the first film in the Harry Potter series (all based on the books by J.K. Rowling), and characters spend lots of time in extreme peril.
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Is Harry Potter world ok for 6 year old?

If your kiddo likes Harry Potter—or just the idea of swishing a wand around and making things happen—she'll love almost everything about this place. Aside from the Forbidden Journey (which is best for older kids), there's not much here that is scary or offensive to the under-7 set.
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Which Harry Potter movie is the least scariest?

Not only is Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald the worst reviewed Harry Potter movie, it also happens to be one of the least scary. In theory, Grindelwald is an intimidating villain.
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Is it OK to read Harry Potter to a 5 year old?

Like most milestones, there is no “right age.” It all depends on the kid—and the parents. But there are a few age-related guidelines to take into consideration: From a technical standpoint, Harry Potter is categorized as a middle-grade read, which typically encompasses 9–to–12-year-olds.
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Can a 9 year old watch Harry Potter 4?

Parents need to know that Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is the first PG-13 movie in the Harry Potter series (all based on the books by J.K. Rowling), and not for nothing. The fourth installment has two deaths (including a really sad one), scary creatures, some romantic yearnings, and edge-of-the-seat scenes.
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What are the scary parts in Harry Potter 3?

Younger children in this age group could still be scared by the horror and supernatural events in this movie in particular:
  • the Dementors.
  • the Dementors trying to drag Harry and Sirius out of their bodies.
  • Professor Trelawney possessed by a man and talking in a man's voice.
  • Lupin turning into a werewolf.
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What is the youngest age to watch Harry Potter?

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
  • Rating: PG.
  • Age suitability: Not recommended for children under 8, Parental guidance for children under 13, Suitable for children over 13.
  • Watch out for: Frightening scenes.
  • Genre: Family, Fantasy, Adventure.
  • Length: 151 minutes.
  • Release date: 01/11/2001.
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Is Harry Potter 1 OK for kids?

The MPAA rated Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone PG for some scary moments and mild language.
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What age can kids watch Star Wars?

Most parents—at least those who, like me, are inordinately attached to Star Wars—felt that around four to seven years old was the sweet spot. At that age, most children have sufficient attention span to sit down and follow a feature-length story.
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Which Harry Potter movie is the most kid friendly?

Best 'Harry Potter' Movies For Kids, Ranked
  • 3 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
  • 4 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. ...
  • 5 Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. ...
  • 6 Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. ...
  • 7 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1. ...
  • 8 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2. ...
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Why is Harry Potter appropriate for children?

The fantastical, magical world of coming-of-age, adventure, and suspense ignites and improves a child's imagination. Harry Potter teaches essential life lessons (that are sometimes easier to learn in a fantasy book than in a realistic one).
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Why is Harry Potter Rated PG-13?

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Part One) was rated PG-13 for "some sequences of intense action violence and frightening images." The franchise has had a somewhat interesting ratings history.
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Can a 7 year old watch Harry Potter Chamber of Secrets?

While it is scarier than the first movie, there are plenty of lighter moments, including the flying car and one of Ron's spells spectacularly backfiring so it is still perfect for kids, especially those who are familiar with the books.
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How long is Harry Potter 2?

Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets (2002) - 161 Minutes

This second movie continued Harry's discovery of magic.
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What is the age limit for the Harry Potter play?

What is the age suitability? The show is suitable for ages 10 and up. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket.
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Do they swear in Harry Potter movies?

But, fans of the books will notice there is one other key element missing from the films—all the fun wizarding swear words. According to Pottermore, in the Harry Potter world, swears aren't meant to offend so much as they are to add emphasis—though Mrs. Weasley might argue otherwise.
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