The Nutcracker Prince

Join us in a classic tale of adventure, romance, bravery and a really mean mouse.

1990 • 75 min • Animation · Family

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Synopsis

After young Clara receives a wooden nutcracker as a Christmas gift, she dreams about a fantastical battle between her Nutcracker Prince and the evil Mouse King. At stake is the Nutcracker's freedom - and Clara's future happiness.

Our family guide

Best from age 4

Movie Knight Score

84 reviews

65 Audience · 84 · 100%

Clara dreams of a magical Christmas Eve battle where her Nutcracker Prince fights the Mouse King for his freedom. This animated musical brings the classic holiday tale to life with wonder and charm.

Violence & peril: 2/10
Language: 0/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 3/10

Heads up

Some moments with the Mouse King might be a little intense for very young viewers.
Characters face peril during the fantastical battle.

What it models well

Friendship and loyalty
Imagination and dreams
Courage in the face of fear

Talk about it after

The power of imagination
Conquering fears
The meaning of Christmas gifts

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