I hadn't watched this in many years. The commentary on WWII seems way out of place for a family movie geared at kids.
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Bedknobs and Broomsticks
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6. -
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Common Sense says
Delightful Disney charmer based on a classic book.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 6 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Parents need to know that the movie is long and episodic, and so lends itself well to viewing in shorter segments for restless younger children.
Read our full review by Nell Minow
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the difference between fantasy and reality, since it may not be clear to many kids.
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Lives in OregonI rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itClassic movie with Bizzare Nazi Imagery
- I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it
Nazis?!
I really enjoyed this movie as a child, and looked forward to being able to share it with my children. I rented it a while ago to see if I thought it was ok (refresh my memory) and I don't think it is! I think the ghost army is scary, and the Nazi's and the ghosts shoot at each other. I realize my kid is young yet, at 3 1/2, but I am just not ready to discuss Nazis, and why they are evil with him.
- Lives in FloridaI rate this title on for age 5 and give it
One of the best Disney movies ever!!
It's both touching and inspiring. A must-see for everyone!!!
- Lives in TexasI rate this title on for age 5 and give it
A nice change from the same ole stuff
Our 4.5 yo loves this movie and I couldn't find a single objectionable thing about it (unlike most current Disney movies). We did have to do a bit of explaining abt the presence of the soldiers at the end. The reason why the kids are at Ms. Prices' house (escaping the Blitz) went over his head completely and that was fine with me. The oldest child's accent can be a bit difficult to understand but it gave us an opportunity to talk abt how people who live in different places speak differently. Overall, we enjoyed it. I was quite surprised to find it on the shelf of my local video store. I suspect if we want to buy it, I'll turn to eBay.
- Lives inI rate this title iffy for age 5 and give it
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