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Tom and Jerry: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

2017

The classic Roald Dahl tale gets a modern twist when Tom and Jerry enter the amazing world of Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Products & advertising3/5
  • Violence3/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising3/5
Why this rating?

Promotes candy and the brand associated with the Chocolate Factory story.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

No offensive language used.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Contains brief tense moments within the factory, such as the boat scene, which may mildly startle very young viewers.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent cartoon slapstick violence involving Tom and Jerry, including chases, falls, and comedic physical altercations.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate persistence and courage while exploring the factory.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The imaginative chocolate-factory setting, fantastical inventions, visual gags, and inventive problem-solving strongly encourage playful imagination.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Reflects the original casting of the story, with limited modern diversity.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Promotes interest in the classic literary source material.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Kindness and generosity are rewarded through the character of Charlie.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Highlights themes of honesty, integrity, and the importance of being humble and kind.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Charlie Bucket serves as a positive, humble role model.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. Did products, possessions, or buying things matter to the story? What message did that send?
  3. Which choice in Tom and Jerry: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory would you have made differently, and why?
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