Firehouse Dog (2007) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Rexxx, Hollywood's top canine star, gets lost and is adopted into a shabby firehouse. He teams up with a young kid to get the station back on its feet.
Rated PG • 2007 • 1h 51m
Firehouse Dog is a family-oriented adventure about Rexxx, a pampered Hollywood canine star who finds himself at a struggling fire station after a stunt goes wrong. The film earns its PG rating primarily for sequences of action-oriented peril involving building fires, rescues, and moderate tension. Parents should be aware of thematic elements regarding the death of a family member and the presence of a villainous arsonist. The movie is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Firehouse Dog appropriate for kids?
Firehouse Dog is a family-oriented adventure about Rexxx, a pampered Hollywood canine star who finds himself at a struggling fire station after a stunt goes wrong. The film earns its PG rating primarily for sequences of action-oriented peril involving building fires, rescues… Read more — free account
Content severity in Firehouse Dog
What happens in Firehouse Dog, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in Firehouse Dog
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in Firehouse Dog
The film contains moderate action-oriented peril, primarily involving fire stations and rescue scenes. Characters are occasionally placed in dangerous situations where buildings are engulfed in flames, though there is no graphic gore, injury, or blood. Slapstick moments involving a dog are also present.
Language in Firehouse Dog
Language is mild, limited to an occasional exclamation like 'Oh my G-d,' the use of 'crap,' and the term 'mutt from hell' used to describe the dog.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Firehouse Dog
Substance use is minimal, featuring a brief scene where an adult is seen drinking a beer while watching television.
Mature themes in Firehouse Dog
The film deals with the death of a family member, Capt. Marc Fahey, which acts as an emotional backdrop for the characters. There is also a plotline involving arson, villainous corporate greed, and feelings of abandonment by a young boy.
Scary moments in Firehouse Dog
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Firehouse Dog 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 Firehouse Dog appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Firehouse Dog is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. Firehouse Dog is a family-oriented adventure about Rexxx, a pampered Hollywood canine star who finds himself at a struggling fire station after a stunt goes wrong. The film earns its PG rating primarily for sequences of…
What age rating does Firehouse Dog have?
Firehouse Dog is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is Firehouse Dog about?
Firehouse Dog is a family-oriented adventure about Rexxx, a pampered Hollywood canine star who finds himself at a struggling fire station after a stunt goes wrong. The film earns its PG rating primarily for sequences of action-oriented peril involving building fires, rescues, and moderate tension. Parents should be…
Is there sex or nudity in Firehouse Dog?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is Firehouse Dog?
The film contains moderate action-oriented peril, primarily involving fire stations and rescue scenes. Characters are occasionally placed in dangerous situations where buildings are engulfed in flames, though there is no graphic gore, injury, or blood…
Is the language in Firehouse Dog appropriate for kids?
Language is mild, limited to an occasional exclamation like 'Oh my G-d,' the use of 'crap,' and the term 'mutt from hell' used to describe the dog.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Firehouse Dog?
Substance use is minimal, featuring a brief scene where an adult is seen drinking a beer while watching television.
What mature themes appear in Firehouse Dog?
The film deals with the death of a family member, Capt. Marc Fahey, which acts as an emotional backdrop for the characters. There is also a plotline involving arson, villainous corporate greed, and feelings of abandonment by a young boy.
How long is Firehouse Dog?
Firehouse Dog runs 111 minutes, directed by Todd Holland, released in 2007.
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