Hop (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Name: Hop
Director: Tim Hill
Released: 2011
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 5.8

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

E.B., the Easter Bunny's teenage son, heads to Hollywood, determined to become a drummer in a rock 'n' roll band. In L.A., he's taken in by Fred after the out-of-work slacker hits E.B. with his car.

Rated PG • 2011 • 1h 35m

Directed by Tim Hill

5.8

1K+

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Hop is a family-oriented hybrid film mixing live-action and CGI animation to tell the story of E.B., a rebellious teenage rabbit who runs away to Hollywood to become a drummer. Parents should be aware of some mild rude humor, slapstick violence, and tense sequences involving a coup d'état at the Easter factory. While generally lighthearted, the villain’s plan to boil characters alive and the sight of tranquilizer darts being fired can… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Russell Brand

James Marsden

Kaley Cuoco

Hank Azaria

Elizabeth Perkins

Gary Cole

Hugh Laurie

David Hasselhoff

Chelsea Handler

Dustin Ybarra

Tiffany Espensen

Jimmy Carter

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Is Hop appropriate for kids?

Content severity in Hop

Sex Mild 2/10

Violence Moderate 4/10

Language Mild 1/10

Substances Mild 1/10

Themes Mild 2/10

What happens in Hop, moment by moment

0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
0:35 💬 Language 1/10

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Sex and nudity in Hop

Contains brief, mild references, including a joke about an anthropomorphic character's backside and mentions of 'sexy bunnies' in a context involving the Playboy mansion. Some women are seen in low-cut tops and dresses. These elements are fleeting and intended to be jokes for adult viewers.

Violence and gore in Hop

Slapstick action is frequent, including a character being hit by a car, animals tackled by dogs, and various characters shot with tranquilizer darts. While there is a scene involving a conveyor belt with saw blades that characters must dodge, no blood or graphic gore is depicted, and the violence is generally presented in a cartoonish, non-consequential manner.

Language in Hop

Mild, infrequent use of name-calling like 'jerk,' 'idiot,' and 'liar.' There are a few religious exclamations and the phrase 'Oh my god' is used.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hop

There is no drug or alcohol use depicted in the film.

Mature themes in Hop

The primary themes involve family reconciliation, the pressure of inherited expectations, and a plot centered on a political coup d'état within a fantasy animal world. Characters grapple with feelings of betrayal, guilt, and the pursuit of individual identity against parental wishes.

Scary moments in Hop

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Hop 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.

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Is Hop appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Hop is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. Hop is a family-oriented hybrid film mixing live-action and CGI animation to tell the story of E.B., a rebellious teenage rabbit who runs away to Hollywood to become a drummer. Parents should be aware of some mild rude…

What age rating does Hop have?

Hop is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

What is Hop about?

Is there sex or nudity in Hop?

How violent is Hop?

Is the language in Hop appropriate for kids?

Mild, infrequent use of name-calling like 'jerk,' 'idiot,' and 'liar.' There are a few religious exclamations and the phrase 'Oh my god' is used.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hop?

There is no drug or alcohol use depicted in the film.

What mature themes appear in Hop?

How long is Hop?

Hop runs 95 minutes, directed by Tim Hill, released in 2011.