The Imaginary is an adventure for families to embark on together. With some mature themes of grief and loss, is The Imaginary kid friendly? While there are some scary parts, The Imaginary is a tale of creativity and imagination. Here’s what parents need to know in this Parents Guide to The Imaginary.
The Imaginary Parents Guide
Age Rating: Why is The Imaginary Rated PG?
The Imaginary is rated PG for scary images, thematic elements, peril, and some violence which means some content may not be suitable for kids of all ages.
Language
There is no profanity in The Imaginary, but a character tells another to “shut up.”
Mature Content: Is The Imaginary Kid Friendly?
What parents need to be aware of is some of the darker tones and violence in The Imaginary. There is some fighting, characters in peril, scary villains who want to eat Imaginaries, and a scary doll-like character that is dressed in black with glowing eyes.
There are also mature themes of death, grief, and loss, a child getting hit by a car, and the idea of being forgotten by friends.
Is The Imaginary Appropriate for Kids Under 8?
Due to the length of the film and some of the mature content, The Imaginary is kid friendly for ages 8 and older. However if you have sensitive children, then I recommend watching with them, because of the characters can be scary and dark.
Some of the film gets chaotic with too many storylines, but there are some really beautiful and soulful moments. The hand-drawn animation is gorgeous and a welcome change from many CGI-fueled animated films. The Imaginary can sometimes overcomplicate a simple message, but it’s worth your time for the emotional payoff.
