Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish (1999) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The Warner Brothers (and the Warner Sister) go on a quest to find a fallen wishing star to help Dot with her illness. Unfortunately the rest of the town, including an evil king, also hear about the star and want to get to it first to have their own wishes come true. It's a race against time and it's up to the three zany siblings to get there first.
Rated NR • 1999 • 1h 20m
Though not rated, "Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish" contains content comparable to a G or light PG rating. The film is built on the series' signature zany, slapstick violence, which is frequent but never graphic or bloody. The primary reason for parental caution is a significant emotional scene where the Warner sister, Dot, is thought to be seriously ill and later appears to die after a cannon explosion; this sequence is sad and could… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish appropriate for kids?
Though not rated, "Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish" contains content comparable to a G or light PG rating. The film is built on the series' signature zany, slapstick violence, which is frequent but never graphic or bloody. The primary reason for parental caution is a significant… Read more — free account
Content severity in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish
What happens in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:26 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish
This category is nearly absent. As is typical for the Animaniacs, there may be a fleeting, subtle double entendre in the dialogue that is written for adults and will almost certainly go unnoticed by young children.
Violence and gore in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish
Violence is frequent but mild and entirely comedic slapstick. Characters are flattened, blown up in explosions, and subjected to various cartoonish torments, but are always shown to be unharmed immediately after. King Salazar orders his troops to stop the Warners and fires a cannon at them, but all violence is presented without blood, gore, or lasting consequences.
Language in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish
Profanity is not used. The dialogue contains a few instances of mild, schoolyard-level insults such as "stupid," "jerk," and "losers," but there is no strong language.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish
None. No characters are shown drinking alcohol, smoking, or using drugs at any point in the film.
Mature themes in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish
The film's central themes include poverty, as the town of Acme Falls suffers under an oppressive king, and dealing with a family member's illness. The most significant theme involves a character's apparent death; Dot is wounded and seemingly dies in a sad, emotional scene that is later revealed to be a prank. Themes of hope, community, and humility are also central to the story's resolution.
Scary moments in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish is best for ages 7+. It's rated NR. Though not rated, "Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish" contains content comparable to a G or light PG rating. The film is built on the series' signature zany, slapstick violence, which is frequent but never graphic or bloody. The…
What age rating does Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish have?
Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish about?
Though not rated, "Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish" contains content comparable to a G or light PG rating. The film is built on the series' signature zany, slapstick violence, which is frequent but never graphic or bloody. The primary reason for parental caution is a significant emotional scene where the Warner sister, Dot…
Is there sex or nudity in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish?
This category is nearly absent. As is typical for the Animaniacs, there may be a fleeting, subtle double entendre in the dialogue that is written for adults and will almost certainly go unnoticed by young children.
How violent is Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish?
Violence is frequent but mild and entirely comedic slapstick. Characters are flattened, blown up in explosions, and subjected to various cartoonish torments, but are always shown to be unharmed immediately after. King Salazar orders his troops to stop the…
Is the language in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish appropriate for kids?
Profanity is not used. The dialogue contains a few instances of mild, schoolyard-level insults such as "stupid," "jerk," and "losers," but there is no strong language.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish?
None. No characters are shown drinking alcohol, smoking, or using drugs at any point in the film.
What mature themes appear in Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish?
The film's central themes include poverty, as the town of Acme Falls suffers under an oppressive king, and dealing with a family member's illness. The most significant theme involves a character's apparent death; Dot is wounded and seemingly dies in a sad…
How long is Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish?
Animaniacs: Wakko's Wish runs 80 minutes, directed by Liz Holzman, Rusty Mills, Tom Ruegger, released in 1999.
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