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Lady and the Tramp (1955) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Lady, a golden cocker spaniel, meets up with a mongrel dog who calls himself the Tramp. He is obviously from the wrong side of town, but happenings at Lady's home make her decide to travel with him for a while.

Rated G • 1955 • 1h 16m

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A pampered house dog and a streetwise stray form an unlikely bond while navigating various dangers in their local neighborhood. The film is rated G and suitable for ages 5 and up, featuring only mild peril involving a rat and the threat of the dog pound. Parents should be aware of a dated ethnic caricature during a musical sequence involving two cats, though the movie otherwise focuses on gentle themes of loyalty and romance.

Cast

Barbara Luddy
Barbara Luddy
LR
Larry Roberts
Peggy Lee
Peggy Lee
Bill Thompson
Bill Thompson
Bill Baucom
Bill Baucom
Stan Freberg
Stan Freberg
Verna Felton
Verna Felton
Alan Reed
Alan Reed
George Givot
George Givot
Dal McKennon
Dal McKennon
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Lee Millar
Thurl Ravenscroft
Thurl Ravenscroft
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Is Lady and the Tramp appropriate for kids?

A pampered house dog and a streetwise stray form an unlikely bond while navigating various dangers in their local neighborhood. The film is rated G and suitable for ages 5 and up, featuring only mild peril involving a rat and the threat of the dog pound. Parents should be aware… Read more — free account

Content severity in Lady and the Tramp

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Lady and the Tramp, moment by moment

  1. 0:24 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
  2. 0:40 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 0:55 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Lady and the Tramp

Mild. Gentle romance, including the iconic spaghetti-kiss; it's implied the dogs have a litter.

Violence and gore in Lady and the Tramp

Mild peril — a rat threatens a baby (Tramp fights it off), and dogs face the pound and a frightening sequence. No blood.

Language in Lady and the Tramp

None of note.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Lady and the Tramp

None of note.

Mature themes in Lady and the Tramp

Love across social classes, loyalty, and family. Gentle and romantic. Note: the 'Siamese Cat Song' is a dated ethnic caricature worth a parent's awareness.

Scary moments in Lady and the Tramp

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lady and the Tramp appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Lady and the Tramp is best for ages 5+. It's rated G. A pampered house dog and a streetwise stray form an unlikely bond while navigating various dangers in their local neighborhood. The film is rated G and suitable for ages 5 and up, featuring only mild peril involving a…

What age rating does Lady and the Tramp have?

Lady and the Tramp is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 5+.

What is Lady and the Tramp about?

A pampered house dog and a streetwise stray form an unlikely bond while navigating various dangers in their local neighborhood. The film is rated G and suitable for ages 5 and up, featuring only mild peril involving a rat and the threat of the dog pound. Parents should be aware of a dated ethnic caricature during a…

Is there sex or nudity in Lady and the Tramp?

Mild. Gentle romance, including the iconic spaghetti-kiss; it's implied the dogs have a litter.

How violent is Lady and the Tramp?

Mild peril — a rat threatens a baby (Tramp fights it off), and dogs face the pound and a frightening sequence. No blood.

Is the language in Lady and the Tramp appropriate for kids?

None of note.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Lady and the Tramp?

None of note.

What mature themes appear in Lady and the Tramp?

Love across social classes, loyalty, and family. Gentle and romantic. Note: the 'Siamese Cat Song' is a dated ethnic caricature worth a parent's awareness.

How long is Lady and the Tramp?

Lady and the Tramp runs 76 minutes, directed by Clyde Geronimi, Wilfred Jackson, Hamilton Luske, released in 1955.

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