Chicken Run
Movie • 2000
There's nothing more determined than poultry with a plan.
The creators of Wallace & Gromit bring you an exciting and original story about a group of chickens determined to fly the coop–even if they can’t fly! It’s hardly poultry in motion when Rocky attempts to teach Ginger and her feathered friends to fly…but, with teamwork, determination and a little bit o’ cluck, the fearless flock plots one last attempt in a spectacular bid for freedom.
Chicken Run
Movie • 2000
There's nothing more determined than poultry with a plan.
The creators of Wallace & Gromit bring you an exciting and original story about a group of chickens determined to fly the coop–even if they can’t fly! It’s hardly poultry in motion when Rocky attempts to teach Ginger and her feathered friends to fly…but, with teamwork, determination and a little bit o’ cluck, the fearless flock plots one last attempt in a spectacular bid for freedom.
Bara says...
Ages 6+, but every child is different
The film features stylized slapstick humor and mild suspenseful themes regarding peril, which are best suited for elementary-aged children. The claymation aesthetic and fast-paced sequences may be intense for very young preschoolers.
Content Safety Breakdown
Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content
Sex & Nudity
There is no romantic or sexual content in this film, as it focuses entirely on the chickens' escape plan.
Violence & Gore
The violence is limited to mild slapstick humor and cartoonish peril. No graphic injuries or realistic combat are depicted.
Profanity
The dialogue is entirely clean and suitable for all ages, with no use of swear words or inappropriate language.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There is a very brief, incidental visual reference to a character potentially consuming a beverage that looks like a drink, but it is not a focus of the plot.
Frightening Scenes
The film contains scenes of mild tension and suspense related to the characters avoiding a dangerous machine and their captors. These moments are brief and stylized rather than truly scary or disturbing.
Key Insights
Quick summary and important considerations
This movie follows a group of brave friends who learn that by working together and believing in themselves, they can achieve big goals, even when others say it is impossible.
Content Warnings
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What Parents Need to Know
The film contains mild peril related to the characters' fear of being turned into food; while non-graphic, the stakes are high, which could cause brief anxiety for sensitive viewers.
What Kids Can Learn
Children observe how trial-and-error experimentation and maintaining morale during failure are essential components of scientific and personal progress.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
The sophisticated humor, clever writing, and unique claymation style offer high-quality engagement for adults watching alongside children.
Positives & Learning
What makes this content valuable for children
Positive Messages
Emphasizes the power of collective action, persistent problem-solving, and the importance of challenging systemic injustice through courage.
Positive Role Models
Characters demonstrate resilience, leadership, and unwavering loyalty to their community, overcoming individual fears for the benefit of the group.
Diverse Representations
Characters are chickens, offering no human-based sociological representation, though diversity is present in character personality types and temperaments.
Educational Value
Introduces concepts of mechanical engineering and invention through flight-attempt sequences, alongside strong social-emotional lessons on collaboration.
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