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Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard

2009

Arthur answers a distress call from Princess Selenia, who is menaced by the nefarious Maltazard.

Ages 7+Source checked

Why this age? Fantasy peril, captivity, pursuit, dangerous tests, and an invading villain may worry younger children; violence appears adventure-oriented and non-graphic. The story’s complexity and cliffhanger suit early school-age viewers and up. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age7+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Romance2/5
  • Violence2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

The threat of harm to characters is high, but actual deaths are minimal or off-screen in this context.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

The family-oriented fantasy appears to contain, at most, occasional mild language; the supplied sources do not provide dialogue details.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Arthur’s bond with Princess Selenia motivates the rescue plot, suggesting a mild romantic thread, but romance is not the story’s main focus.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

A distress call, a captive princess, dangerous size-changing attempts, pursuit, and a villain threatening the wider world may be tense for younger viewers.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Adventure peril includes rescue missions, captivity, dangerous tests, ropes tightening, and a villain’s invasion plan; the supplied material suggests fantastical rather than realistic violence.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Arthur repeatedly demonstrates physical and moral courage to help his friends despite his small size.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Features imaginative world-building, clever use of scale, and creative solutions to fantasy obstacles.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Includes a fictional African society (Bogo Matassalai), but the main focus is on the fantasy characters.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on fantasy adventure rather than factual education, though some ecological themes are present.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Rescue, cooperation, and concern for the Minimoys are central, while Maltazard’s exploitation provides a clear contrast.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Promotes themes of environmental protection, empathy, and bravery in the face of injustice.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Arthur is shown as a courageous and kind protagonist who tries to protect his friends.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard, and what caused that change?
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