Light gore and strong violence.

What is Mulan rated, and is it OK for kids?

Rated PG-13. Expect strong violence, so it suits teens more than kids.

Mulan (2020)

Film · 1h 55m · Rated PG-13

Action, Adventure, Fantasy

A spirited warrior disguises herself as a man, bringing honor to her family and country in epic battles.

Uplifting. A family watch at a brisk pace. Emotionally it is heavy.

Streaming on Disney+.

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Mulan parents guide

No surprises for a PG-13: no sex or nudity and mild language.

Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.

Scare: Not scary
Jump scares: A couple; One or two sudden jolts.
Gore: Light gore; Some blood or injury, briefly.
Violence: Strong violence; Violence is frequent or intense.
Sex and nudity: None noted
Language: Mild; Mild words like damn, hell or crap.

How we rate: an AI reads what is known about each title and tags it 0 to 3; we check the tags against a hand-rated set and correct them by hand when readers tell us. Estimates, not a scene-by-scene review. Spot a mistake? Tell us.

Three questions

How gory is Mulan?: Light gore and strong violence.
What is Mulan rated, and is it OK for kids?: Rated PG-13. Expect strong violence, so it suits teens more than kids.

What is Mulan about?

When the Emperor of China issues a decree that one man per family must serve in the Imperial Chinese Army to defend the country from Huns, Hua Mulan, the eldest daughter of an honored warrior, steps in to take the place of her ailing father. She is spirited, determined and quick on her feet. Disguised as a man by the name of Hua Jun, she is tested every step of the way and must harness her innermost strength and embrace her true potential.

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

Yes. It lands on a happy note.