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Missing Link

2019

The charismatic Sir Lionel Frost considers himself to be the world's foremost investigator of myths and monsters. Trouble is, none of his small-minded, high-society peers seems to recognize this. Hoping to finally gain acceptance from these fellow adventurers, Sir Lionel travels to the Pacific Northwest to prove the existence of a legendary creature known as the missing link.

Ages 7+Source checked

Why this age? Fantasy action, peril, frightening creatures and occasional emotional tension may unsettle younger children, but the comic tone, non-graphic presentation, and positive themes suit most children around age seven and older. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age7+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Violence2/5
  • Alcohol or drugs1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

No strong product-placement or buying message is central; ordinary branded merchandise concerns are separate from the story.

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

References to character history or background losses, but no major onscreen character deaths.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild language consistent with a PG-rated family film.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal focus on romance; hints of platonic appreciation or minor background subplots.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Features some intense moments, particularly with antagonistic characters and dangerous environments, but avoids excessive scares.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional depictions of social drinking in a 19th-century setting, presented in a non-glamorized manner.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Contains cartoonish action, slapstick humor, and some mild perilous situations involving chase scenes.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters repeatedly face fears to protect one another and achieve their goals.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Inventive stop-motion design, mythical creatures, exploration and imaginative problem-solving strongly encourage curiosity and creativity.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse range of personality types and highlights the value of the 'other' as an individual.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Incidental exploration of 19th-century history and world geography.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Kindness and empathy toward outsiders are central narrative drivers.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong themes emphasize friendship, acceptance, cooperation, humility, and resisting prejudice or status-based judgment.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters learn from their mistakes and show significant personal growth and integrity.

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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 Missing Link would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Missing Link, and what caused that change?
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