Question 1

What age is The Kid appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates The Kid (2000) best from about age 7. Self-absorbed businessman Russ is visited by his 8-year-old self, Rusty, who is shocked by the adult he's become. Together, they confront Russ's past and work towards a more fulfilling future. A heartwarming fantasy comedy about self-discovery.

Question 2

What is The Kid rated?

Accepted Answer

The Kid (2000) 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 Kid?

Accepted Answer

Some emotional moments regarding past regrets; Brief scenes of a character feeling lost or sad. Violence is none to speak of, language is none to speak of, scary moments are mild, 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 Kid?

Accepted Answer

Self-acceptance and growth; Embracing inner child; Importance of kindness; Reconciling past and present.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching The Kid?

Accepted Answer

How childhood dreams change over time; The impact of our actions on our future selves; Finding joy in simple things; What it means to be truly successful.

Question 6

Where can I watch The Kid?

Accepted Answer

The Kid (2000) is available on Disney Plus, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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