Nanny McPhee (2005)
A magical nanny uses whimsical powers to tame seven mischievous children and unite a family.
Widower Cedric Brown hires Nanny McPhee to care for his seven rambunctious children, who have chased away all previous nannies. Taunted by Simon and his siblings, Nanny McPhee uses mystical powers to instill discipline. And when the children's great-aunt and benefactor, Lady Adelaide Stitch, threatens to separate the kids, the family pulls together under the guidance of Nanny McPhee.
How intense is Nanny McPhee?
Nanny McPhee has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a family watch and a comfort watch. The humor runs wholesome. Rated PG.
What Nanny McPhee feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalheartwarmingfeel good
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- wholesome
- Best for
- Family nightComfort watch
Where to stream Nanny McPhee
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Is Nanny McPhee for you?
Is Nanny McPhee scary?
No. Nanny McPhee is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Nanny McPhee gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Nanny McPhee sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Nanny McPhee OK for kids?
It is rated PG and nothing here runs hot: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. A safe family pick by the numbers.
How long is Nanny McPhee?
Nanny McPhee runs 1h 37m.
Where can I stream Nanny McPhee?
Nanny McPhee is streaming on YouTube (free) and Tubi.
Does Nanny McPhee have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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