Are there G rated horror movies?

PG or G-rated horror movies are fun for the whole family, and when well-produced and creatively directed, can even frighten a seasoned horror fan, if only for a moment.

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What is the scariest G-rated movie?

The Scariest G-Rated Movies
  • "The Secret of Nimh", 1982 . . . ...
  • "Monsters, Inc.", 2001 . . . ...
  • "The Brave Little Toaster", 1987 . . . ...
  • "A Little Princess", 1995 . . . ...
  • "Pinocchio", 1940 . . . ...
  • "The Princess and the Frog", 2009 . . . ...
  • "The Andromeda Strain", 1971 (???) . . . ...
  • "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", 1996 . . .

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Why aren t movies rated G anymore?

Once the standard classification for romcoms, sci-fi, westerns and action flicks from the 1970s to the late '90s, the G-rating has fallen out of favour as films have become more explicit and violent over the past 20 years.

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Why is Scary Movie 1 rated R?

Scary movie is a 2000 adult comedy/horror 1st parents need to know is it has some graphic violence with some gore. Parents also need to know that it has graphic adult sexual content it has a few Scenes with blow jobs and lots of sex talk and oral sex and extreme adult male nudity and probably some female nudity.

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What are G-rated Halloween movies?

G-Rated Halloween Movies for Kids
  • Toy Story of Terror! Andy and the other toys go on a mysterious and scary search and rescue mission to look for Mr. ...
  • Under Wraps. ...
  • Monsters, Inc. ...
  • Halloweentown. ...
  • It's The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. ...
  • Spookley: The Square Pumpkin. ...
  • Mom's Got a Date With a Vampire. ...
  • Dear Dracula.

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What is the lowest movie rating G or PG?

Rated G: General audiences – All ages admitted. Rated PG: Parental guidance suggested – Some material may not be suitable for [pre-teenagers (1972-1977)] / [children (1977-1984)]. Rated R: Restricted – Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Rated X: No one under 17 admitted.

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Is Rated G kid friendly?

G: General Audiences, All Ages Admitted.

Contains nothing in theme, language, nudity, sex, violence or other matters that the in-view of the Rating Board would offend parents whose younger children view the motion picture.

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Should I let my 12 year old watch horror movies?

They may be ready for more than you think. Developmentally, teens can handle dramatic and psychological suspense, but kids under 16 still shouldn't see slasher horrors, especially those that feature kids in dire danger or that have lots of gore.

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Should I let my 10 year old watch a scary movie?

Are scary movies something you allow and enjoy watching in your household? If the answer is yes, evaluate your child's readiness. While there is no absolute age at which scary movies are appropriate, Dr. Dry recommends not introducing them to very young children because of the potential to create long-term anxiety.

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Is Scream OK for kids?

But don't be lulled by the star power and satire: The violence here is brutal, intense, and gory. Though the thrilling pace, high school drama, and steady jolts will likely keep young audiences watching, this movie is best for older teens and adults.

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Is G rated worse than R-rated?

MPAA has five rating categories

The new ratings system began with four categories: G (general audiences), M (mature audiences, changed in 1969 to PG, parental guidance suggested), R (restricted, no children under 17 allowed without parents or adult guardians), and X (no one under 17 admitted).

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Is frozen Rated G or PG?

Why is Frozen rated PG? Frozen is rated PG by the MPAA for some action and mild rude humor. Violence: The short film preceding this movie features frequent cartoon violence such as mean-spirited bullying, pitchforks and other common objects used as weapons.

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Does Rated G still exist?

They basically don't exist, except for Pixar movies. Why did the MPAA allow this to happen? In truth, the American Motion Picture Association's rating system encourages movie to be more “adult.” American movies basically have two ratings, PG-13 and R, with PG used for children's movies.

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What is the most strict movie rating?

This is done by rating each film on a scale from G to NC-17, with G being the least restrictive rating and NC-17 being the most restrictive (in other words: no one under 17 should see it). There are also age restrictions for some theaters — for example, a theater may only allow children under 12 to see PG-rated movies.

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Can horror be PG?

Most horror movies today are rated R, but there are still some great movies that are PG13 (or even rated PG or no rating at all!) that can still scare the dickens out of you! Take a look at some of these horror titles available in our collection on DVD, but beware!

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Why is my child obsessed with horror?

“Kids might be into scary movies because they enjoy the rush of adrenaline they feel, or because scary movies are a safe and manageable way to explore their fears, or because they're curious, or because they like the social bonding that comes along with scary experiences.

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Can a 2 year old watch scary movies?

Toddlers and young children who watch violent movies, including Halloween horror films, television shows or video games may be more likely to develop anxiety, sleep disorders, and aggressive and self-endangering behaviors.

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Is it OK for kids to like horror?

“It's normal for children to want to explore the boundaries of their own fears and what society deems as acceptable,” said Scrivner, who studies horror media and fear, among other “scary” subjects. “This is one way for them to learn about those boundaries.”

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Can a 14 year old watch Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark?

Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a horror movie based on the series of books by Alvin Schwartz. It's well-made, but it isn't a movie for young viewers. It's better suited to older teenagers.

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Can my 8 year old watch Megan?

Is M3GAN Appropriate for Kids Under 13? In M3GAN you can expect to see a lot of kills, jump scares, some blood, mature content and violence, and profanity used by some characters. To sum it up, M3GAN is not kid friendly for younger kids due to the dark content, but may be appropriate for older teens.

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Are horror movies always rated R?

Some of the scariest movies of all time are surprisingly not rated R, proving horror doesn't need language and gore to scare the audience. There are certain movie genres that ebb and flow over time, but horror consistently proves itself to be an evergreen area of content.

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What is Australia Rated G?

The G classification is suitable for everyone. G products may contain classifiable elements such as language and themes that are very mild in impact.

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What is M rated?

The content is moderate in impact.

Films and computer games classified M (Mature) contain content of a moderate impact. M-rated films and computer games are not recommended for children under the age of 15. They include portrayals of elements such as violence and themes that require a mature outlook.

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What is the most R-rated G?

“That's the most R-rated G you will ever see in your life,” said Tab Murphy, a screenwriter of Disney's animated “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” which was released 25 years ago this month. “Thousands of dollars must have changed hands somewhere, I'm sure,” joked Gary Trousdale, who directed the film with Kirk Wise.

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