Beethoven's 3rd (2000) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Everyone's favorite St. Bernard returns in this family film about man's best friend. Richard Newton, his wife Beth and kids Brennan and Sara shove off in their camper for a road trip. Along the way, they gain a new passenger: slobbery Beethoven. The Newtons plan to return Beethoven to his owner -- but not before he turns hero when a pair of thieves enter the picture.
Rated G • 2000 • 1h 39m
Beethoven's 3rd is a G-rated family comedy suitable for all ages, though some mild peril may be slightly intense for very young viewers. The film's rating is due to its focus on slapstick violence and comedic mayhem as the Newton family's road trip is complicated by two bumbling criminals. Parents should be aware of scenes involving a stolen RV with a child inside, an implied rude gesture, and a brief plot point about a homemade… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Beethoven's 3rd appropriate for kids?
Beethoven's 3rd is a G-rated family comedy suitable for all ages, though some mild peril may be slightly intense for very young viewers. The film's rating is due to its focus on slapstick violence and comedic mayhem as the Newton family's road trip is complicated by two bumbling… Read more — free account
Content severity in Beethoven's 3rd
What happens in Beethoven's 3rd, moment by moment
- 0:05 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:20 🔥 Mature Themes 1/10
Sex and nudity in Beethoven's 3rd
None. There is a fleeting moment of very mild innuendo that is highly likely to be missed by its intended young audience. There is no sexual content or nudity.
Violence and gore in Beethoven's 3rd
Violence is frequent but entirely slapstick and comedic in nature. Two bumbling criminals repeatedly try to pursue the family's RV, leading to cartoonish sequences of failure and property damage. A brick is thrown through the RV's windshield, a criminal knocks himself out with a sedative, and another is left dangling from the vehicle. The climax involves the RV being stolen with a child and dog inside, but the peril is brief and resolved without injury.
Language in Beethoven's 3rd
There is no profanity. In an early scene, a boy is implied to have made a rude hand gesture (the middle finger) to his sister who is filming him. The gesture itself is not clearly shown, but the context and the sister's reaction make it clear what happened.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Beethoven's 3rd
There is one instance of substance use which is part of a comedic plot point. The two criminals create a homemade liquid sedative intended for Beethoven, which one of them later accidentally ingests, knocking himself out. There is no other use of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.
Mature themes in Beethoven's 3rd
The film contains mild peril and thematic elements related to family conflict. The main source of tension is two criminals stalking the family and eventually stealing their RV with a child inside, which could be briefly frightening for very young viewers. The father, Richard, expresses intense frustration and stress over the disastrous trip, and family members argue about Beethoven. There is also a secondary theme of a parent's idealized memory of childhood not matching reality.
Scary moments in Beethoven's 3rd
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Beethoven's 3rd 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 Beethoven's 3rd appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Beethoven's 3rd is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. Beethoven's 3rd is a G-rated family comedy suitable for all ages, though some mild peril may be slightly intense for very young viewers. The film's rating is due to its focus on slapstick violence and comedic mayhem as…
What age rating does Beethoven's 3rd have?
Beethoven's 3rd is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is Beethoven's 3rd about?
Beethoven's 3rd is a G-rated family comedy suitable for all ages, though some mild peril may be slightly intense for very young viewers. The film's rating is due to its focus on slapstick violence and comedic mayhem as the Newton family's road trip is complicated by two bumbling criminals. Parents should be aware of…
Is there sex or nudity in Beethoven's 3rd?
None. There is a fleeting moment of very mild innuendo that is highly likely to be missed by its intended young audience. There is no sexual content or nudity.
How violent is Beethoven's 3rd?
Violence is frequent but entirely slapstick and comedic in nature. Two bumbling criminals repeatedly try to pursue the family's RV, leading to cartoonish sequences of failure and property damage. A brick is thrown through the RV's windshield, a criminal…
Is the language in Beethoven's 3rd appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity. In an early scene, a boy is implied to have made a rude hand gesture (the middle finger) to his sister who is filming him. The gesture itself is not clearly shown, but the context and the sister's reaction make it clear what happened.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Beethoven's 3rd?
There is one instance of substance use which is part of a comedic plot point. The two criminals create a homemade liquid sedative intended for Beethoven, which one of them later accidentally ingests, knocking himself out. There is no other use of alcohol…
What mature themes appear in Beethoven's 3rd?
The film contains mild peril and thematic elements related to family conflict. The main source of tension is two criminals stalking the family and eventually stealing their RV with a child inside, which could be briefly frightening for very young viewers. The…
How long is Beethoven's 3rd?
Beethoven's 3rd runs 99 minutes, directed by David Mickey Evans, released in 2000.
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