Lifted (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When an overconfident teen alien gets behind the controls of a spaceship, he must attempt to abduct a slumbering farmer under the watchful eye of a critical instructor. But abducting humans requires precision and a gentle touch, and within a few missteps it's painfully clear why more humans don't go missing every year.
Rated G • 2006 • 5m
Lifted is a short, silent Pixar animation following a young alien named Stu as he attempts to complete an abduction test on a sleeping farmer named Ernie. The film is rated G and relies entirely on slapstick comedy and visual humor without any dialogue or realistic stakes. Parents should be aware of minor cartoon peril and slapstick accidents, which are presented in a harmless, exaggerated manner suitable for all ages. It is a… Sign up for the full guide
Is Lifted appropriate for kids?
Lifted is a short, silent Pixar animation following a young alien named Stu as he attempts to complete an abduction test on a sleeping farmer named Ernie. The film is rated G and relies entirely on slapstick comedy and visual humor without any dialogue or realistic stakes… Read more — free account
Content severity in Lifted
What happens in Lifted, moment by moment
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:03 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:04 🔥 Mature Themes 1/10
Sex and nudity in Lifted
None. The film contains no sexual content or nudity.
Violence and gore in Lifted
There is light, stylized, slapstick-framed cartoon violence. The farmer Ernie bounces around his room like a pinball after being manipulated by the alien's ship controls, and the spaceship later crashes into his house. All actions are exaggerated, bloodless, and cartoonish.
Language in Lifted
None. The film is entirely silent with no spoken dialogue.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Lifted
None. No substances of any kind are depicted.
Mature themes in Lifted
The film explores themes of failure and frustration in a gentle, comic way. Stu the alien feels sad and cries when he fails his test, but these emotions are brief and resolved by the end.
Scary moments in Lifted
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Lifted 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 Lifted appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Lifted is best for ages 5+. It's rated G. Lifted is a short, silent Pixar animation following a young alien named Stu as he attempts to complete an abduction test on a sleeping farmer named Ernie. The film is rated G and relies entirely on slapstick comedy and…
What age rating does Lifted have?
Lifted is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 5+.
What is Lifted about?
Lifted is a short, silent Pixar animation following a young alien named Stu as he attempts to complete an abduction test on a sleeping farmer named Ernie. The film is rated G and relies entirely on slapstick comedy and visual humor without any dialogue or realistic stakes. Parents should be aware of minor cartoon…
Is there sex or nudity in Lifted?
None. The film contains no sexual content or nudity.
How violent is Lifted?
There is light, stylized, slapstick-framed cartoon violence. The farmer Ernie bounces around his room like a pinball after being manipulated by the alien's ship controls, and the spaceship later crashes into his house. All actions are exaggerated, bloodless…
Is the language in Lifted appropriate for kids?
None. The film is entirely silent with no spoken dialogue.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Lifted?
None. No substances of any kind are depicted.
What mature themes appear in Lifted?
The film explores themes of failure and frustration in a gentle, comic way. Stu the alien feels sad and cries when he fails his test, but these emotions are brief and resolved by the end.
How long is Lifted?
Lifted runs 5 minutes, directed by Gary Rydstrom, released in 2006.
Where can I read the full Lifted parent guide?
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