Question 1

What age is The House with a Clock in Its Walls appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018) best from about age 9. When orphaned Lewis moves in with his warlock uncle, he discovers a world of magic. But a rebellious spell unleashes an evil wizard, putting the fate of the world in his young hands, and he must work with his new family to save it.

Question 2

What is The House with a Clock in Its Walls rated?

Accepted Answer

The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018) is rated PG. Movie Knight only lists family-appropriate titles, so nothing rated R or above appears on the site.

Question 3

Is there anything to watch out for in The House with a Clock in Its Walls?

Accepted Answer

Some jump scares and spooky imagery; Intense magical battles; Brief mentions of death and orphanhood. 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.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in The House with a Clock in Its Walls?

Accepted Answer

The importance of family and belonging; Bravery in the face of fear; Learning to trust and forgive; Embracing one's unique qualities.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching The House with a Clock in Its Walls?

Accepted Answer

What makes someone a true hero?; The consequences of curiosity and rebellion; How to face your fears; Working together to solve problems.

Question 6

Where can I watch The House with a Clock in Its Walls?

Accepted Answer

The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018) is available on Netflix, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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