If your kid has spent any time on TikTok or YouTube in the last few years, they probably already know the choreography to Don't Lose Your Head. This 2025 filmed version is the definitive way to see the show without paying Broadway prices or flying to London. It captures the original West End cast at the Vaudeville Theatre, and the energy is electric.
A concert, not a play
The biggest selling point here is the format. Most musicals are a two-hour-plus commitment with a slow-moving plot. Six is structured like a pop concert or a reality TV competition. The queens are competing to see who had the worst time with Henry VIII to decide who should lead the group.
This "American Idol" setup makes it incredibly accessible for kids who usually find theater boring. It’s fast, the songs are short, and the fourth wall doesn't exist. The queens talk directly to the audience, making the whole thing feel like a live event rather than a dusty history lesson. If your kid liked the high-energy vibe of School of Rock, this is the logical next step.
The "All You Wanna Do" factor
While most of the show is cheeky and high-energy, there is a specific tonal shift parents should watch for. Katherine Howard’s song, All You Wanna Do, starts as a bubbly pop anthem about her many "suitors." By the end, it’s a sobering realization about the grooming and exploitation she faced as a teenager.
It is the most mature moment in the show. The lyrics are clever enough to fly over the heads of younger kids, but for tweens and teens, it’s a heavy conversation starter about consent and power. It’s the reason the "Safe" score is lower than the "Wholesome" score. The show is empowering, but it doesn't sugarcoat the fact that these women were essentially property.
Beyond the stage
If this movie sparks a sudden obsession with the Tudor era, be careful where you point them next. Six is the "cleanest" version of this story you’re going to find. Most other dramatizations of Henry VIII’s court lean heavily into the "Blood" and "Sex" parts of the history. If you're considering a transition to more adult historical dramas on Netflix, read our guide on what parents need to know about Blood, Sex & Royalty before you commit.
Why it sticks
The reason Six works is that it treats these historical figures like human beings rather than names in a textbook. Each queen is modeled after a modern pop star—think Beyoncé, Adele, and Ariana Grande. By the time the credits roll, your kid will likely know more about the Reformation and the Church of England than they would after a week of school. It’s a rare case where the "educational" value is a byproduct of the show being genuinely good.
