Common Sense Media Review
By Emily Ashby, based on child development research. How do we rate?
age 5+
More delightful adventures from Rapunzel and her friends.
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Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Tangled: The Series follows the feature-length film and the TV show Tangled: Before Ever After, continuing the story of Rapunzel as she adjusts to her new role as princess of Corona. In this tale, she and her friends team up to discover the secrets behind her magical hair, which necessitates her breaking rules her father instituted to keep her safe. There's much romantic chemistry between her and her betrothed, and they're often seen hugging, holding hands, and kissing. Some moments can be frightening as mysterious people emerge from the shadows or the characters face one kind of peril or another, and a sinister presence from Rapunzel's past lurks in her dreams. Because Rapunzel's mystery unfolds over many episodes, very young kids might not have the attention span to see it through. That said, the characters' adventures are always fun, even for stand-alone viewing.
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Violence & Scariness
very little
Some perilous moments that show characters in worrying situations, as when they're approached by a dark figure with glowing eyes. Many questions surround the mystery of Rapunzel's hair, but there's no violence or real danger. It's hinted that the sinister Mother Gothel will make a return to the story, as she's seen once in a dream.
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Sex, Romance & Nudity
none
Rapunzel and Eugene kiss on occasion.
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Products & Purchases
none
The series follows a feature-length film and a TV movie starring the same characters.
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Positive Messages
a lot
Kids see fearless Rapunzel take matters into her own hands and embark on a quest to discover the secrets behind her magical hair. To do so, she breaks some of her father's rules and bends others, but her intentions are true. Strong themes of friendship and loyalty, despite the tension between Eugene and Cassandra.
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Positive Role Models
a lot
Rapunzel continues to be courageous and undaunted in her quest for answers. She also plays the peacemaker between the inexplicably distrustful pair of Cassandra and Eugene, who just don't see eye to eye. Varian is clever and a creative thinker who uses science to answer questions.
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Educational Value
none
The show intends to entertain rather than to educate, but there are positive messages about being content with yourself and never giving up on your dreams.
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- Kids Say (35)
age 7+
Based on 22 parent reviews
aubreysmith Adult
September 17, 2022
age 10+
Some cute, some problematic, some creepy
As for my personal opinion on the show, it has cute moments but it also feels like it drags on a bit. Rapunzel is not always a very good friend but I think that teaches a lesson throughout the show. I do think the rating is a bit young. The first season I would say is 7+ but the second and third season get dark in select episodes. The majority of episodes are just fine for 7+ but the ones that further the plot can get pretty creepy sometimes. One last thing in the first season, the king/rapunzels dad is sort of the antagonist and throughout this it is repeatedly said he is doing it becuase he loves her. This doesn't really sit well with me. I dont like the storyline of abuse is becuase the abuser loves them and thats why they are being abusive. I would definitely talk with your kids about how this is problematic. People aren't abusive towards anyone becuase they love them and that isn't an excuse for the behavior.
themermaidmama Adult
July 7, 2020
age 8+
After season one, the show drastically changes.
I didn't have a problem with my four year old daughter watching the Tangled series at first, but after season one it became too dark for a small child. There is WAY too much talk of "evil" and it shows some pretty suggestive scenes when it comes to being "scary." Seriously, it is the kind of things that could give a small child nightmares, and have them asking questions that they can't begin to understand. I am really disappointed with Disney on this one. This is way too dark for the assumed audience.
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What's the Story?
After an encounter with a mysterious growing rock regenerates Rapunzel's (voiced by Mandy Moore) magical golden locks, she's determined to discover the reason behind them in TANGLED: THE SERIES. Together with her loyal lady-in-waiting, Cassandra (Eden Espinosa); her boyfriend, Eugene (Zachary Levi); and a somewhat starstruck young alchemy expert named Varian (Jeremy Jordan), Rapunzel sets out to learn more about her past, her destiny, and her fabled golden hair before she steps into her royal role in Corona.
Is It Any Good?
Our review:
Parents say (22):
Kids say (35):
Fans who can't get enough of this exuberant princess will love these continued adventures in and around Rapunzel's home kingdom of Corona. She's entirely the same person who stole hearts in Tangled with her appealing naïveté and optimism, and she keeps them even as she's thrust back into a mystery of magical proportions regarding her inexplicable (and now indestructible, by the way) hair. Her chemistry with Eugene continues to know no bounds, even with the somewhat meddlesome presence of Cassandra, who harbors a strong dislike of Rapunzel's devoted boyfriend. The addition of Flynn Rider-devotee Varian is not an unwelcome change, and he offers plenty of laughs in his fanboy admiration for Eugene's alter ego.
Rapunzel's spunk continues to make her a favorite among princess fans, and that won't change with this fun series. But because the mystery of her hair evolves over time and multiple episodes and, thus, there's no conclusive result at an episode's end, it's better suited for a slightly older audience than the enamored tots. That said, the content in Tangled: The Series is consistent with previous productions, making it good family fare.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about why Rapunzel is so motivated to learn the mystery of her hair in Tangled: The Series. How are we influenced by our pasts? Why is it sometimes difficult to put to rest questions without answers?
How does Rapunzel cope with being the peacemaker between Eugene and Cassandra? Have you ever had to play that role? How do moments of adversity such as these make us better friends and stronger people?
Is Rapunzel a "typical" Disney princess? Does she require rescuing, or can she do the rescuing herself? How does she portray courage during this show? What other character strengths are important?
TV Details
- Premiere date : March 24, 2017
- Cast : Zachary Levi, Mandy Moore, Eden Espinosa
- Network : Disney Channel
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Magic and Fantasy, Princesses, Fairies, Mermaids, and More, Great Girl Role Models
- Character Strengths : Courage
- TV rating : TV-Y7
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : January 28, 2025
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