Edward Scissorhands
FantasyDramaRomance
8+PG-13
1990·1h 45m·Tim Burton·20th Century Fox·● Script read & verified
A gentle fairy tale about Edward, an artificial man with scissor blades for hands, who is brought down from his isolated mansion to live with...
Best watched together — The unusual premise and themes about acceptance work better with parental guidance for discussion
Heads Up for Parents
The scissor hands concept may need explanation to avoid confusion or fear
What's In It
Violence
Very Mild▸
Language
Very Mild▸
Scary
Very Mild▸
Romance
Very Mild▸
Substances
None▸
Stimulation
Very Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Faith & Religion
●Christian themes
Edward's creation story and sacrificial love for Kim mirrors Christ-like themes of innocent suffering and redemption. The film presents him as a gentle, misunderstood figure who brings beauty to the world despite being rejected by society.
Community Notes
- Some religious viewers may be concerned about the portrayal of the zealous religious character
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Shows compassion for outcasts through Peg's kindness to Edward
- ✓Explores how fear of differences can lead to prejudice
Cast:Johnny DeppWinona RyderDianne WiestAnthony Michael HallKathy Baker