William Shakespeare's Macbeth
Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
A retelling of Shakespeare's Macbeth, focusing on the psychological descent of a Scottish general.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentBrief, implied references to marital intimacy may occur.
Graphic depictions of murder, battles, and violence are present.
No profanity is used by the characters in this adaptation.
The witches' prophecies and incantations have occult undertones.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
Macbeth's descent into madness and guilt is a central theme.
The play's themes of murder, ghosts, and prophecy are unsettling.
Witches and their prophecies play a significant role in the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story explores ambition, fate, and the consequences of evil.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMacbeth initially displays some bravery in battle.
Christian faith is not a significant element in this adaptation.
Marital loyalty is present but corrupted by ambition.
The play serves as a cautionary tale about unchecked ambition.
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