Raising Moana 2 rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Moana 2 rating: it's rated PG in the US (parental guidance suggested, no age limit) for action/peril. The UK's BBFC also rates it PG, for mild threat, and Germany's FSK rates it 0. The BBFC describes stormy seas and "scary fantastical sea monsters," with comic moments. Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit, lists it for ages 6 and up.
Moana 2 at a glance
- –Official rating above age 7
MPA: PG; BBFC: PG; FSK: 0 - –Violence in rating descriptors
No violence descriptor (MPA: action/peril) - ✓Scary content in rating descriptors
MPA: action/peril; BBFC: threat, sea monsters - –Bad language in rating descriptors
BBFC: very mild bad language only - –Sexual content, drugs, or alcohol in rating descriptors
None in MPA or BBFC descriptors - –Rated 12 or higher in the UK or Germany
BBFC: PG; FSK: 0
Each flag is a yes-or-no fact from the sources on this page. The number is a count of flags, not a safety score. How we count. Rating reasons marked mild, very mild, or brief don't count.
| Type | Disney animated musical (2024), sequel to Moana (2016) |
|---|---|
| US (MPA) | PG (parental guidance suggested; no age limit) — action/peril source |
| UK (BBFC) | PG (parental guidance; no age limit) — mild threat source |
| Germany (FSK) | 0 (approved without age restriction) source |
| Common Sense Media | 6+ (an independent nonprofit's age guide) |
| Not to mix up | The live-action Moana (2026) is a separate film: MPA PG for action/peril, some scary images, rude humor and brief thematic elements |
Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?
Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.
What Moana 2 is about
Moana 2 is a Walt Disney Animation Studios musical, the sequel to Moana (2016). Moana and Maui set out with a wayfinding crew to find Motufetu, a lost island. It was first developed as a Disney+ series and reworked into a theatrical film. It opened in US theaters on November 27, 2024, and has been on Disney+ since March 12, 2025.
Moana 2 rating: what's in it
Short answer: It's rated PG in the US and UK and 0 in Germany.
- US (MPA): PG, for action/peril.
- UK (BBFC): PG, for mild threat.
- Germany (FSK): 0, no age restriction.
- Common Sense Media: 6+.
The BBFC describes stormy seas and scary sea monsters, with the focus on excitement and bravery; infrequent very mild bad language ("butt"); goo and slime spewed over characters; and young characters remembering loved ones who have died. It also carries a flashing-lights warning. Common Sense Media adds a giant clam monster that swallows the crew, near drowning, and characters who seem dead for a moment.
Why young kids know Moana 2
It's the sequel to Moana (2016), it made about $1.06 billion worldwide, according to Wikipedia, and it has been on Disney+ since March 2025.
The habit kids may copy: a crew, not a solo trip
Moana doesn't sail alone this time: she sets out with a crew, and each member has a job.
Try tonight: plan B for a storm
Build a pretend boat from cushions and "sail" into a storm. When the storm hits, ask: "That way didn't work. What's our plan B?" In our program, this is the lesson "Plan B": if one way doesn't work, try another.
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FAQ
What is Moana 2 rated?
PG in the US, for action/peril: parental guidance suggested, no age limit. It's PG in the UK for mild threat and 0 in Germany.
What age is Moana 2 for?
It has no official age limit in the US, UK, or Germany. Common Sense Media lists it for ages 6 and up.
Is Moana 2 scary?
The BBFC lists mild threat from stormy seas and scary sea monsters. Common Sense Media mentions a giant clam monster and near drowning.
Is the live-action Moana the same as Moana 2?
No. The live-action Moana (2026) is a separate film, rated PG for action/peril, some scary images, rude humor, and brief thematic elements.
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