An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island (1998) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Fievel and his friend Tony Toponi find a map that they believe points to a treasure buried somewhere beneath Old New York, and the plucky rodent is determined to find it. However, what he discovers under the city is a tribe of Native American mice who were driven underground by prejudiced European immigrants.
Rated G • 1998 • 1h 18m
This G-rated animated film has surprisingly mature and complex themes that are much stronger than its rating implies. The story follows Fievel Mousekewitz as he discovers a hidden tribe of Native American mice and confronts prejudice and corporate greed in 19th-century New York. While violence is mild and cartoonish, the film deals directly with themes of racism (including the use of a racial slur), exploitation of workers, mob… Sign up for the full guide
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Is An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island appropriate for kids?
This G-rated animated film has surprisingly mature and complex themes that are much stronger than its rating implies. The story follows Fievel Mousekewitz as he discovers a hidden tribe of Native American mice and confronts prejudice and corporate greed in 19th-century New York… Read more — free account
Content severity in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island
What happens in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:19 ♥ Sex & Nudity 1/10
Sex and nudity in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island
A single brief moment shows a man and woman kissing as characters pass through a "Tunnel of Love." A painting in the Mousekewitz home briefly shows a woman with bare shoulders. Some male Native American mice are shirtless, which is not presented in a sexual context. Overall, sexual content is negligible.
Violence and gore in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island
Violence is mild and presented in a cartoonish manner, though some scenes involve peril. Characters discover non-gruesome skeletal remains in a dark tunnel. There are scenes of slapstick violence, such as a character being used as a punching bag. A chaotic scene involves an angry mob chasing characters, with some pushing and trampling. The climax features an explosion and a flood, during which two villains fall into a chasm and are swept away to their apparent deaths.
Language in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island
This category is mild but contains one notable element for a G-rated film. The racial slur "Injun" is used by antagonists on several occasions when referring to the Native American mice. A character is also named "Scuttlebutt." Some threatening but non-profane dialogue is used, like being "out for blood."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island
Substance use is very brief and mostly associated with antagonists. Villains are briefly shown drinking wine in a nightclub setting, and one is seen smoking a pipe. In one scene, a character sniffs a soup and refers to it as "strong medicine," which could be interpreted as an allusion to a drug, though this is ambiguous.
Mature themes in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island
Thematic content is the most significant element and is surprisingly strong for the G rating. The film's central plot revolves around racism, xenophobia, and the historical oppression of Native Americans. It also addresses corporate greed and the exploitation of workers, leading to unionization. There are scenes of intense peril, including a character being sentenced to death in a mock trial, a mob incited by prejudice, and a main character being briefly presumed drowned.
Scary moments in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island is best for ages 8+. It's rated G. This G-rated animated film has surprisingly mature and complex themes that are much stronger than its rating implies. The story follows Fievel Mousekewitz as he discovers a hidden tribe of Native American mice and…
What age rating does An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island have?
An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island about?
This G-rated animated film has surprisingly mature and complex themes that are much stronger than its rating implies. The story follows Fievel Mousekewitz as he discovers a hidden tribe of Native American mice and confronts prejudice and corporate greed in 19th-century New York. While violence is mild and cartoonish…
Is there sex or nudity in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island?
A single brief moment shows a man and woman kissing as characters pass through a "Tunnel of Love." A painting in the Mousekewitz home briefly shows a woman with bare shoulders. Some male Native American mice are shirtless, which is not presented in a sexual…
How violent is An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island?
Violence is mild and presented in a cartoonish manner, though some scenes involve peril. Characters discover non-gruesome skeletal remains in a dark tunnel. There are scenes of slapstick violence, such as a character being used as a punching bag. A chaotic…
Is the language in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island appropriate for kids?
This category is mild but contains one notable element for a G-rated film. The racial slur "Injun" is used by antagonists on several occasions when referring to the Native American mice. A character is also named "Scuttlebutt." Some threatening but…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island?
Substance use is very brief and mostly associated with antagonists. Villains are briefly shown drinking wine in a nightclub setting, and one is seen smoking a pipe. In one scene, a character sniffs a soup and refers to it as "strong medicine," which could be…
What mature themes appear in An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island?
Thematic content is the most significant element and is surprisingly strong for the G rating. The film's central plot revolves around racism, xenophobia, and the historical oppression of Native Americans. It also addresses corporate greed and the exploitation…
How long is An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island?
An American Tail: The Treasure of Manhattan Island runs 78 minutes, directed by Larry Latham, released in 1998.
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