Arthur Christmas

NZ release: 24 November 2011

Suitable for General Audiences Rated on: 24 November 2011

Arthur Christmas

What’s it about?

After discovering one present was mistakenly misplaced, Santa’s clumsy son Arthur teams up with his Grandsanta to deliver the present in less than two hours.

The facts

  • Directed by Sarah Smith and Barry Cook (Mulan)
  • English language
  • Runtime: 97 minutes
  • Starring voice acting by James McAvoy, Billy Nighy, Jim Broadbent, Hugh Laurie, Imelda Staunton, and Sarah Smith

Why did it get this rating?

This film was cross-rated by the Film and Video Labelling Body. You can find out more about cross-rating here.

Horror

Characters are confronted and chased by lions. The scene is brief, humorous and no serious injuries are shown. Regardless, this scene can be frightening for younger viewers.

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