Little Monsters (1989) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A young boy is scared of the monster under his bed. He asks his 6th grade brother to swap rooms for the night as a bet that the monster really exists. Soon the brother becomes friends with the monster and discovers a whole new world of fun and games under his bed where pulling pranks on kids and other monsters is the main attraction.
Rated PG • 1989 • 1h 42m
This 1989 PG-rated film follows a boy, Brian, who befriends a monster named Maurice living under his bed and discovers a chaotic supernatural world. The film earned its PG rating for content that pushes the boundaries of the classification, which may be too intense for younger children. Parents should be aware of moderate monster violence, including a character's face melting and another being set on fire with a flamethrower… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Little Monsters appropriate for kids?
This 1989 PG-rated film follows a boy, Brian, who befriends a monster named Maurice living under his bed and discovers a chaotic supernatural world. The film earned its PG rating for content that pushes the boundaries of the classification, which may be too intense for younger… Read more — free account
Content severity in Little Monsters
What happens in Little Monsters, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:11 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Little Monsters
A single, brief reference is made to "The Playboy Channel." A woman is also briefly seen wearing a bikini on a television screen. There is no other sexual content.
Violence and gore in Little Monsters
The violence is moderate and mostly involves monsters. A schoolyard fight involves some pushing and shoving. One monster rips the head off a mannequin-like figure. The climax features more intense scenes: a monster's face melts off when exposed to bright light, the main villain is disintegrated by light, and the friendly monster Maurice uses a flamethrower to burn another monster.
Language in Little Monsters
Language is moderate and surprisingly strong for a PG film. The screenplay includes several uses of profanity, including "shit," "bitch," "damn," "hell," and insults like "asshole."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Little Monsters
Substance use is mild. The monster Maurice is frequently shown with a cigar in his mouth, though it is not always lit.
Mature themes in Little Monsters
Thematic content is a significant source of intensity. The primary villain monster is menacing and kidnaps Brian's younger brother. There are several scenes of peril, including children being chased by scary monsters. Brian experiences a form of body horror as he begins to turn into a monster himself, with his hand vanishing in the light. The film also lightly touches on parental fighting and the potential for divorce.
Scary moments in Little Monsters
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Little Monsters appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Little Monsters is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This 1989 PG-rated film follows a boy, Brian, who befriends a monster named Maurice living under his bed and discovers a chaotic supernatural world. The film earned its PG rating for content that pushes the boundaries…
What age rating does Little Monsters have?
Little Monsters is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Little Monsters about?
This 1989 PG-rated film follows a boy, Brian, who befriends a monster named Maurice living under his bed and discovers a chaotic supernatural world. The film earned its PG rating for content that pushes the boundaries of the classification, which may be too intense for younger children. Parents should be aware of…
Is there sex or nudity in Little Monsters?
A single, brief reference is made to "The Playboy Channel." A woman is also briefly seen wearing a bikini on a television screen. There is no other sexual content.
How violent is Little Monsters?
The violence is moderate and mostly involves monsters. A schoolyard fight involves some pushing and shoving. One monster rips the head off a mannequin-like figure. The climax features more intense scenes: a monster's face melts off when exposed to bright…
Is the language in Little Monsters appropriate for kids?
Language is moderate and surprisingly strong for a PG film. The screenplay includes several uses of profanity, including "shit," "bitch," "damn," "hell," and insults like "asshole."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Little Monsters?
Substance use is mild. The monster Maurice is frequently shown with a cigar in his mouth, though it is not always lit.
What mature themes appear in Little Monsters?
Thematic content is a significant source of intensity. The primary villain monster is menacing and kidnaps Brian's younger brother. There are several scenes of peril, including children being chased by scary monsters. Brian experiences a form of body horror…
How long is Little Monsters?
Little Monsters runs 102 minutes, directed by Richard Greenberg, released in 1989.
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