What age is Matilda appropriate for?

Movie Knight rates Matilda (1996) best from about age 7. Matilda, a highly intelligent and neglected young girl, discovers a special gift. With the help of a kind teacher and friends, she uses her powers to stand up to her cruel parents and the terrifying school principal.

What is Matilda rated?

Matilda (1996) 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 Matilda?

Children are mistreated by adults; Brief moments of peril and magical menace; Some gross-out humor. 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 Matilda?

Intelligence and learning are powerful; Standing up for yourself and others; Importance of kindness and empathy; Finding your chosen family.

What can families talk about after watching Matilda?

How Matilda uses her intelligence; Dealing with unfair situations; The difference between good and bad role models; The power of friendship.

Where can I watch Matilda?

Matilda (1996) is available on Netflix, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.