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Mr. Peabody & Sherman

2014

A young boy and his dog, who happens to have a genius-level IQ, spring into action when their time-machine is stolen and moments in history begin to be changed.

Ages 7+Source checked

Why this age? Suitable for most children around 7+, but includes cartoon peril, a child being threatened with removal from home, bullying, a fight, historical danger, and a frightening apparent death. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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At a glance

Recommended age7+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5
  • Death of a character2/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

This is a franchise film based on established animated characters, but the supplied material shows no product promotion or pressure to buy merchandise.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Peabody appears to die after saving the children from a cliff, but survives; King Tut's eventual death is discussed in the historical context.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild name-calling and comic banter.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Features very mild crushes between children and a humorous subplot involving adult courtship.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Children face time-travel accidents, a black hole, a collapsing space-time problem, a cliff fall, and frightening threats of family separation.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Cartoon adventure violence includes a school fight, a chokehold, biting in self-defense, crashes, wartime danger, falling from a cliff, and threatening confrontations.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters consistently show bravery in the face of danger to protect their family and friends.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Encourages imagination through the concept of time travel and historical inquiry.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a range of historical figures from different cultures, though the core family unit is unconventional.

Educational value3/5
Why this rating?

History is central: the characters visit Ancient Egypt, Renaissance Florence, the Trojan War, and other historical periods while discussing historical events and figures.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Promotes empathy, cooperation, and reconciliation between characters.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong emphasis on family, the importance of learning, and accepting unconventional family structures.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Mr. Peabody is an excellent, protective parent and educator. Characters learn from their mistakes.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Mr. Peabody & Sherman would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Mr. Peabody & Sherman, and what caused that change?
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