A Town Called Panic (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Cowboy and Indian's only wish was to come up with a brilliant idea for Mr Horse's birthday, but when their plan ends up in utter disaster, they'll need to travel the world and back to make things right again.
Rated PG • 2009 • 1h 17m
A Town Called Panic is a chaotic, surreal stop-motion adventure featuring plastic figures Cowboy, Indian, and Horse. The film follows their frantic efforts to repair their house after a DIY disaster, leading them on a wild journey to the Earth's core and under the sea. While it is visually whimsical, the film contains recurring slapstick violence, moderate alcohol use, and intermittent mild profanity. It is generally suitable for older… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A Town Called Panic appropriate for kids?
A Town Called Panic is a chaotic, surreal stop-motion adventure featuring plastic figures Cowboy, Indian, and Horse. The film follows their frantic efforts to repair their house after a DIY disaster, leading them on a wild journey to the Earth's core and under the sea. While it… Read more — free account
Content severity in A Town Called Panic
What happens in A Town Called Panic, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in A Town Called Panic
Very light. Horse and Mrs. Longray share a brief, innocent relationship characterized by two quick, platonic kisses.
Violence and gore in A Town Called Panic
Moderate, persistent cartoon violence. Characters frequently punch, shove, or tumble into each other, and there are several shootouts involving toy guns and bows, all played for laughs with no realistic injury.
Language in A Town Called Panic
Mild. The dialogue includes infrequent uses of terms like 'damn,' 'ass,' 'bastard,' and 'bugger' during heated exchanges.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Town Called Panic
Mild. During a birthday party scene, multiple characters consume beer, become visibly intoxicated, and eventually pass out on-screen.
Mature themes in A Town Called Panic
None beyond general, harmless antics.
Scary moments in A Town Called Panic
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for A Town Called Panic yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Town Called Panic appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A Town Called Panic is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. A Town Called Panic is a chaotic, surreal stop-motion adventure featuring plastic figures Cowboy, Indian, and Horse. The film follows their frantic efforts to repair their house after a DIY disaster, leading them on a…
What age rating does A Town Called Panic have?
A Town Called Panic is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is A Town Called Panic about?
A Town Called Panic is a chaotic, surreal stop-motion adventure featuring plastic figures Cowboy, Indian, and Horse. The film follows their frantic efforts to repair their house after a DIY disaster, leading them on a wild journey to the Earth's core and under the sea. While it is visually whimsical, the film contains…
Is there sex or nudity in A Town Called Panic?
Very light. Horse and Mrs. Longray share a brief, innocent relationship characterized by two quick, platonic kisses.
How violent is A Town Called Panic?
Moderate, persistent cartoon violence. Characters frequently punch, shove, or tumble into each other, and there are several shootouts involving toy guns and bows, all played for laughs with no realistic injury.
Is the language in A Town Called Panic appropriate for kids?
Mild. The dialogue includes infrequent uses of terms like 'damn,' 'ass,' 'bastard,' and 'bugger' during heated exchanges.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Town Called Panic?
Mild. During a birthday party scene, multiple characters consume beer, become visibly intoxicated, and eventually pass out on-screen.
What mature themes appear in A Town Called Panic?
None beyond general, harmless antics.
How long is A Town Called Panic?
A Town Called Panic runs 77 minutes, directed by Stéphane Aubier, Vincent Patar, released in 2009.
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