Is Matilda appropriate for 9 year olds?

As long as parents censor the mild, sporadic profanity, or at the very least talk to their child about why they shouldn't use such words, this story is perfectly suitable for children.
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What age is Matilda suitable for?

Contains mild content, generally suitable for children aged 8 years and over.
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Can a 7 year old watch Matilda?

Matilda is recommended for kids ages six and up. If you do have a young child, ask an usher for a booster seat so he or she can see over the giant adult heads in the way.
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Can an 8 year old read Matilda?

Matilda is a wonderful romp -- a great read-aloud for young children, and a mild challenge for middle graders to read themselves.
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Is the movie it appropriate for a 9 year old?

Great film, but not for kids under 13

It's very gory and contains adult language.
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When you watch Matilda as an adult



What is the best movie for 9 year olds?

Movies every 9 year old should see
  • It's a Wonderful Life (1946) PG | 130 min | Drama, Family, Fantasy. ...
  • Spirited Away (2001) PG | 125 min | Animation, Adventure, Family. ...
  • Back to the Future (1985) ...
  • Harvey (1950) ...
  • The Tale of The Princess Kaguya (2013) ...
  • Castle in the Sky (1986) ...
  • A Christmas Story (1983) ...
  • The Truman Show (1998)
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What age can watch Princess Diaries?

great role models and great storyline and characters. However yes it is pushing the G rating a little bit because there is alot of teen kissing so I reccomend it ages 9/10 and up.
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Is Matilda too violent?

By Roald Dahl

A kids' book can be scary, but not too scary. Well, you might be surprised at how much violence there actually is in Matilda. There's physical, mental, and emotional abuse of both children and adults. The Trunchbull is as likely to hurl insults at someone as she is to hurl that someone across the field.
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Is Matilda a PG?

Matilda [1996] [PG] - 0.3. 2 | Parents' Guide & Review | Kids-In-Mind.com.
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Is Matilda scary?

The film has a cult following of millennials who grew up watching it and still love it, despite being terrified by some of the scenes as children. Much of the terror forced upon the kids in the film can be attributed to the brutish Miss Agatha Trunchbull, who is one of the scariest characters in children's literature.
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Is Matilda scary for 4 year olds?

The general consensus was that 4 was too little. There are some scary bits definitely - not as much dancing as in some other musical, but the songs are very accessible as is the plot and the cast is uniformly fantastic. Thanks.
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Is Matilda based on a true story?

How did the story of Matilda come about? Dahl published Mathilda in 1988, a few years before his death, after a couple of years of writing and based many of the events and characters on personages from his actual life.
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Does Netflix have Matilda?

Watch all you want.
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Why would you recommend Matilda?

Matilda teaches us that it isn't okay to be bullied and manipulated. She is brave and stands up for herself against people who are way elder, larger and stronger than her, which includes her parents and Trunchbull. She helps Miss Honey find the courage to stand up to her evil aunt Miss Trunchbull and reclaim her home.
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Is Matilda good for a 6 year old?

"Matilda The Musical is recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, the show is suitable for ages 6 and up.
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Is Princess Diaries books appropriate for 12 year olds?

The Princess Diaries is written for kids ages 12 and up. The age range reflects readability and not necessarily content appropriateness.
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What should 9 year olds watch on YouTube?

12 Best YouTube Channels for Kids and Teens
  • Mother Goose Club.
  • Simple Kids Crafts.
  • The Brain Scoop.
  • Coma Niddy.
  • Good Mythical Morning.
  • MinutePhysics.
  • React.
  • Geek Gurl Diaries.
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What is a good movie for 8 year old girl?

Combining romance and adventure, The Princess Bride has elements that will appeal to many eight year olds - and lots of good jokes for Mom and Dad to enjoy, too. Other films that are featured on this top movies for 8 year olds list include The Nightmare Before Christmas, The NeverEnding Story, and The Karate Kid.
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What is the most popular movie for 10 year olds?

Best movies for teens to add to your watch list
  1. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) ...
  2. The Mitchells vs the Machines (2021) ...
  3. The Baby-Sitters Club (1995) ...
  4. Queen of Katwe (2016) ...
  5. The Goonies (1985) ...
  6. Adventures in Babysitting (1987) ...
  7. The Princess Diaries (2001) ...
  8. Freaky Friday (2003)
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Are they making a Matilda 2?

It is also the second film adaptation of the novel, following the 1996 film adaptation directed by and co-starring Danny DeVito. In the United Kingdom and Ireland, the film is scheduled to be released in cinemas on December 2, 2022, by Sony Pictures Releasing.
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Did Netflix remove Matilda?

We were previously expecting to see Matilda on Netflix in 2021 but according to Playbill Matilda is now scheduled to be released in December 2022.
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Is Matilda adopted?

Her parents do not recognize her great intelligence and show little interest in her, particularly her father, a secondhand car dealer who verbally abuses her. She then gets adopted by Miss Honey, who has taught her at her school, who is very nice to her and does notice her intelligence.
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How does the book Matilda end?

Matilda asks permission to live with Miss Honey, to which her parents rather distractedly agree. Matilda and Miss Honey find their happy ending, as the Wormwoods drive away, never to be seen again.
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