Is Kubo and the Two Strings scary?

Only a little. Kubo and the Two Strings has a few tense moments, nothing that follows you to bed.

How gory is Kubo and the Two Strings?

No gore and some violence. Squeamish viewers are fine here.

What is Kubo and the Two Strings rated, and is it OK for kids?

For most kids, yes. No swearing and a few tense moments, in line with the PG.

Kubo and the Two Strings (2016)

Film · 1h 42m · Rated PG

Adventure, Animation, Family

A young storyteller's magical origami comes to life on an epic, heartwarming quest for family and destiny.

A family watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it is heavy.

Streaming on Hulu, Max, Peacock and The Roku Channel (free).

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Kubo and the Two Strings parents guide

Nothing past what a PG promises: no swearing and a few tense moments.

Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated PG.

Scare: Mildly scary; A few tense or eerie moments.
Jump scares: A couple; One or two sudden jolts.
Gore: No gore
Violence: Some violence; Some fighting or peril.
Sex and nudity: None noted
Language: None noted

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Three questions

Is Kubo and the Two Strings scary?: Only a little. Kubo and the Two Strings has a few tense moments, nothing that follows you to bed.
How gory is Kubo and the Two Strings?: No gore and some violence. Squeamish viewers are fine here.
What is Kubo and the Two Strings rated, and is it OK for kids?: For most kids, yes. No swearing and a few tense moments, in line with the PG.

What is Kubo and the Two Strings about?

Kubo mesmerizes the people in his village with his magical gift for spinning wild tales with origami. When he accidentally summons an evil spirit seeking vengeance, Kubo is forced to go on a quest to solve the mystery of his fallen samurai father and his mystical weaponry, as well as discover his own magical powers.

Does it have a happy ending? (spoiler-safe)

Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.