What age is Brave appropriate for?

Movie Knight rates Brave (2012) best from about age 7. Princess Merida, a skilled archer, defies ancient customs in the Scottish Highlands, inadvertently bringing chaos to her kingdom. She seeks help from a witch, whose ill-fated wish transforms her mother into a bear, forcing Merida to find a way to break the spell and mend their bond.

Brave (2012) is rated PG. Movie Knight only lists family-appropriate titles, so nothing rated R or above appears on the site.

Is there anything to watch out for in Brave?

Some intense scenes with a large bear; Mild peril during chases and confrontations; Brief moments of tension and emotional distress; A few rude gestures and mild insults. Violence is mild, language is none to speak of, scary moments are moderate, romance or sensuality is none to speak of, and substance use is none to speak of.

What are the positive themes in Brave?

Bravery and courage; Family bonds and understanding; Breaking harmful traditions; Apology and forgiveness.

What can families talk about after watching Brave?

The importance of listening to others and compromising; How our actions can have unintended consequences; The meaning of true love and sacrifice for family; Balancing personal desires with family responsibilities.

Where can I watch Brave?

Brave (2012) is available on Disney Plus, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.