Fantastic Mr. Fox

Fantastic Mr. Fox

Movie • 2009

Dig the life fantastic!

The Fantastic Mr. Fox, bored with his current life, plans a heist against the three local farmers. The farmers, tired of sharing their chickens with the sly fox, seek revenge against him and his family.

Adventure
Animation
Comedy
Family
87 minutes
Released
7+

Suggested Age

Every child is different — this is guidance, not a rule.

This film features mild peril and thematic elements such as betrayal and revenge. The narrative's complexity and mild action sequences are best suited for children who can process these themes.

Content Safety Breakdown

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Sex & Nudity

0/5

This movie contains no scenes of a sexual nature or nudity. There are no romantic subplots or suggestive themes.

Violence & Gore

2/5

The violence is mostly cartoonish and slapstick, involving characters being chased and briefly captured, but without any lasting injury or graphic detail. There are some action sequences where characters are threatened, but they are handled in a stylized and non-gory manner.

Profanity

2/5

Mild profanity is used infrequently, with words like 'crap' and 'sucks' appearing in dialogue. These are typically used in moments of frustration or as mild exclamations.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

1/5

There are very brief background instances of characters smoking pipes, which is presented as a casual habit rather than a focal point of the story. No other substance use is depicted.

Frightening Scenes

2/5

While there are moments of peril and suspense as the characters face threats from the farmers, these scenes are generally not overly frightening. The intensity is managed through chase sequences and the threat of capture, but it remains within a mild range for younger viewers.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

A clever fox plans daring heists to provide for his family, leading to a showdown with angry farmers.

Content Warnings

Animal peril
Mild thematic elements of revenge

Detailed Analysis

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What Parents Need to Know

The film contains stylized action sequences and mild peril as Mr. Fox and his family evade the farmers. There is no graphic violence or gore, but the threat to the characters is persistent.

What Kids Can Learn

Children can learn about different animal behaviors and the consequences of impulsive actions. The story promotes the value of community and collective effort.

Key Topics Discussed

Animal families
Farming
Problem-solving

Why Parents Might Like It

Features witty dialogue and a unique stop-motion animation style that appeals to adult sensibilities.

Positives & Learning

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Positive Messages

3/5

Emphasizes family unity and loyalty in the face of adversity. Characters learn the importance of resourcefulness and working together.

Positive Role Models

3/5

Mr. Fox demonstrates cleverness and a strong commitment to his family, though his impulsive nature presents a learning opportunity. Other animal characters exhibit bravery and cooperation.

Diverse Representations

1/5

No diverse representations indicated in available information.

Educational Value

2/5

Introduces themes of ecological balance and human-animal conflict. Offers basic lessons in problem-solving and strategic thinking.

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