How old should you be to watch Harry Potter?

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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Can my 5 year old watch Harry Potter?

The only issue with the Harry Potter series is that the first couple of films are fine for younger kids, but as you progress in the series things get a little more serious. By the time you reach the last 2 or 3 the scare factor has gone up significantly and they are not suitable for young kids.
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Is Harry Potter 4 suitable for a 7 year old?

At the end of the day, always consider what you think your kid can handle and use your judgement, but generally speaking, I wouldn't show this to kids under 11.
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Is Harry Potter ok for 12 year olds?

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 10 year olds watch Harry Potter 7?

It is darker than previous Harry Potter movies, and contains more intense action violence and drama. At 146 minutes, it is also very long. It is definitely not suitable for children and younger teenagers.
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The Harry Potter Movie Age Guide



Does Harry Potter movie have swear words?

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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Is Harry Potter scary?

For all their nostalgia and magical whimsy, the Harry Potter movies can get pretty scary. Whether it's Voldemort, the Forbidden Forest, or evil creatures like the Dementors, the story balances its more family-friendly moments with some genuinely terrifying scenes.
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Is Harry Potter not for kids?

Harry Potter is a series of seven books written by J. K. Rowling who is a British author. These books are fantasy novels basically written for kids.
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Can a 10 year old watch Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire?

From the moment the contestants enter the maze for the last challenge the tension remains high for 15 – 20 minutes and the fear is sustained. For these reasons we wouldn't recommend 'The Goblet of Fire' to a child under 10 or one who dislikes long sustained scary moments.
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Why is Harry Potter PG-13?

The MPAA rated Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire PG-13 for sequences of fantasy violence and frightening images.
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Which Harry Potter movie is PG-13?

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.
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Why is a film rated 12?

Films rated 12A are suitable for children aged 12 and over. However, people younger than 12 may see a 12A so long as they are accompanied by an adult. In such circumstances, responsibility for allowing a child under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult. The 12 rating is only found on videos and DVDs.
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Is Harry Potter appropriate for 9 year old?

So, what is the right age to introduce kids to Harry Potter? Not before the age of nine or 10. Agarwal said, “I would say, not below nine years. I know some ambitious parents are eager to make seven-year-olds read Harry Potter but I feel that it's important for a kid to grasp all the nuances to fully appreciate a book.
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Is Harry Potter and the cursed child suitable for an 8 year old?

According to The Telegraph, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is suitable for ages 10 and up, so the script should also be more than OK to read to your kiddos.
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How old was Emma Watson in the first Harry Potter?

At the time, Daniel Radcliffe was 11 years old when he played the titular character, Emma Watson was 10 when she portrayed Hermione Granger, and Rupert Grint was 12 when he started playing Potter's loyal bestie, Ron Weasley.
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Why Harry Potter movies are so dark?

Voldemort was at the height of his power, Hogwarts was drained of its spirit, and the golden trio was on a dangerous quest that tested their physical, emotional and mental limits. So it makes sense why the visuals are dark and depressing.
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Why should I not read Harry Potter?

The Objections to Harry Potter

These Christians believe that the books promote the modern religions of Wicca, Paganism, and Neopaganism. They point to the terms "witch," "wizard," and the variety of spells presented in the books as leading children and Christian teens down the path to the occult.
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Why is Harry Potter dark?

Originally Answered: Why did the Harry Potter movies get darker? As the series proceeds voldemort starts gaining power. And the danger increases. So, it get darker and darker.
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What's the darkest Harry Potter movie?

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009)

It is arguably the darkest movie in the franchise, which makes it so interesting to watch. The best aspect about this film is the character arc of Draco Malfoy as he struggles with becoming a death eater. The overall feeling within this movie is gloomy and depressing.
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What is the saddest Harry Potter movie?

1. The Death of Dobby, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I (2010) This one is just painful. Has any Harry Potter fan out there not sobbed uncontrollably over the death of the "free elf," after sacrificing himself to save Harry, Hermione and Ron (Rupert Grint) from the Death Eaters at Malfoy Manor?
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What's the shortest Harry Potter movie?

Shortest film in the series: “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2,” 130 minutes.
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Is Harry Potter 1 a PG?

The MPAA rated Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone PG for some scary moments and mild language.
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What does git mean in Harry Potter?

Our #slang word of the. day is ”Git“, which means “a fool, a stupid person.” Usage in a movie ("Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire"): ⠀
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Can a 9 year old watch Harry Potter The Deathly Hallows Part 2?

this movie is an amazing end to the series, although I wouldn't recommend it to anyone younger than a teen as it could be slightly disturbing. any parents worrying about the brief kissing scenes are being far to uptight, its a natural part of life!
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