Question 1

What age is Young Sherlock Holmes appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) best from about age 12. At an English boarding school, teenage Sherlock Holmes and John Watson meet and use their budding detective skills to investigate a mysterious cult responsible for a series of bizarre murders in London. They must uncover the truth to save lives.

Question 2

What is Young Sherlock Holmes rated?

Accepted Answer

Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) is rated PG-13. 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 Young Sherlock Holmes?

Accepted Answer

Victims experience hallucinations; Creepy cult rituals; Dark magic is depicted. Violence is moderate, language is mild, scary moments are notable, romance or sensuality is none to speak of, and substance use is none to speak of.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in Young Sherlock Holmes?

Accepted Answer

Problem-solving and deductive reasoning; Friendship and loyalty; Courage in the face of danger.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching Young Sherlock Holmes?

Accepted Answer

How does Sherlock use logic to solve problems?; Discuss the difference between faith and fanaticism.; What makes a good friend?.

Question 6

Where can I watch Young Sherlock Holmes?

Accepted Answer

Young Sherlock Holmes (1985) is available on Google Play Movies, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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