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Nanny McPhee (2005)

Film · 1h 37m · Rated PG

Comedy, Family, Fantasy

A magical nanny uses whimsical powers to tame seven mischievous children and unite a family.

Wholesome humor. A family watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.

Streaming on YouTube (free).

Nanny McPhee parents guide

Nothing past what a PG promises: mild language and nothing scary.

Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated PG.

Scare
Not scary
Jump scares
None noted
Gore
No gore
Violence
Some violence
Some fighting or peril.
Sex and nudity
None noted
Language
Mild
Mild words like damn, hell or crap.

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What is Nanny McPhee about?

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.

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

Yes. It lands on a happy note.

Cast and crew

Directed byKirk Jones
StarringEmma Thompson, Colin Firth, Kelly Macdonald, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Eliza Bennett, Jennifer Rae Daykin

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