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Get Smart, Again!

1989

KAOS has invented a weather machine so Maxwell Smart and Agent 99 are called back into action to foil this evil plan.

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? Comic spy peril, henchman fights with medieval weapons, extortion threats, and a villain's death may concern younger children, but the tone is broad and non-graphic. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • Violence3/5
  • Death of a character2/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising2/5
Why this rating?

The villain deliberately plans to keep people indoors and force millions to buy his books and publications. This is a prominent satirical plot device, not product placement.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The villain Nicholas Demente is killed by his own weather machine; the death is framed comically rather than as an emotionally heavy loss.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Available assessment evidence indicates only very mild, era-appropriate language, with no strong profanity or slurs reported.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Features the established, enduring relationship between Max and 99.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Low level of tension common to spy thrillers, but played primarily for laughs.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

A provider reports occasional background social drinking, but substance use is not a focus or a major story element.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Contains standard slapstick comedy violence, minor scuffles, and a climactic confrontation with henchmen.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists exhibit bravery while facing off against a terrorist organization.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

The plot uses inventive, albeit absurd, spy gadgets and scenarios.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The available evidence shows a mostly narrow ensemble and offers little indication of varied backgrounds, identities, or abilities portrayed with depth.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Team members demonstrate support for one another throughout the mission.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Promotes themes of teamwork, persistence, and protecting the public good.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The characters demonstrate loyalty and professional dedication despite their eccentricities.

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