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Mucha Lucha: The Return of El Malefico

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2005

Is Mucha Lucha: The Return of El Malefico appropriate for your child? See the reviewed age guidance, content cautions, positive themes, and supporting evidence below.

The hit TV series boldy goes bigger in an action-packed comedy/adventure starring everyone's favorite luchadoras! When the greatest evil the world has ever knows -El Malefico -surfaces from the dark recesses of Earth, it's up to Rikochet, Buena Girl & The Flea to mask-wrestle him back! Their challenge begins with a quest around the globe for the artifacts of bueno-ness & ends in Las Vegas

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Age guidanceNot listed
Strongest cautionsViolence 3/5 · Frightening scenes 2/5 · Products & advertising 1/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 3/5 · Creativity & curiosity 3/5
Recommendation3/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: violence.

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Courage & resilience; strongest caution: violence.

Readiness snapshotMain watch-out: Violence 3/5
Recommendation 3/5

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Violence3/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Products & advertising1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

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What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Ties into the Mucha Lucha franchise, but contains no blatant advertising.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

The villain El Malefico has an intimidating appearance, but the tone remains comedic and safe for families.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Features cartoonish wrestling moves and fantasy combat; no realistic injury or harm.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The leads consistently face down a powerful threat to protect the world.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Features imaginative world-building, superhero powers, and comedic situations.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on Mexican wrestling culture with a diverse cast of luchadores.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Includes light cultural references to Lucha Libre wrestling traditions.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters work together and prioritize the well-being of others.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes the importance of 'bueno-ness,' teamwork, and standing up to evil.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists exhibit loyalty, bravery, and a commitment to helping others.

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