Wondering if The Sea Beast on Netflix is ok for kids? This mostly family-friendly swashbuckling adventure is a great addition to Netflix family. Although it has a PG-rating, it doesn’t mean it’s for all kids. Here’s what parents need to know in this Parents Guide to The Sea Beast.
The Sea Beast Parents Guide
In an era when terrifying beasts roamed the seas, monster hunters were celebrated heroes and none were more beloved than the great Jacob Holland. But when young Maisie Brumble stows away on his fabled ship, he’s saddled with an unexpected ally. However, Maisie doesn’t make everyone happy on the ship. After all, she’s just a child. But Jacob senses something special about her, perhaps because her parents died a noble death.
There’s still one beast that eludes all the monster hunters. Together they embark on an epic journey into uncharted waters and make history. From Academy Award winning filmmaker Chris Williams (Moana, Big Hero Six, Bolt), The Sea Beast takes audiences on a journey into self-reflection and the meaning of heroes.
Why is The Sea Beast Rated PG?
The Sea Beast is rated PG for some language and action/violence which means some material may not be suitable for children.
Parents need to know that The Sea Beast is mostly kid friendly, but some characters drink alcohol, use weapons, and do use some profanity.
Language
There is a use of hell, a**, and bloody hell.
Action
The monster hunters hunt sea creatures and they use guns, knives, swords, arrows, and cannons to fight them. There are some explosions and characters in peril.
The opening scene is pretty dark and violent with the killing of a creature.
Mature Content
Characters drink alcohol.
Some characters are orphans due to monster hunters being killed in battle.
Animals and creatures are hurt which may be hard for some children to watch.
Is The Sea Beast Too Scary For Kids?
There are some scary and dark scenes for little ones, so this may be a film for older kids. However, children ages 8 and up should be fine if they’re ok with the content. The Sea Beast is an animated film packed with a lot of adventure and heart.
Is The Sea Beast Appropriate for Kids Under 8?
At 115 minutes, The Sea Beast is a long kids’ movie. It has the heart of How to Train Your Dragon and the adventure of Pirates of the Caribbean. However, some parts are slow.
Visually, The Sea Beast is stunning with incredible animation. Attention to details on the ships and landscapes make the film feel very realistic.
It’s nice to see diversity in the characters with a lot of strong females, especially Zaris-Angel Hator as Maisie. Her innocence, fearlessness, and moral compass cause Jacob to question all he’s ever known. With a message of maybe you can be a hero and still be wrong, The Sea Beast causes the audience to question the paths and journeys we’ll take.
The Sea Beast is not your typical gags for laughs family film and that’s what makes it so great.