Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Alex, Marty, and other zoo animals find a way to escape from Madagascar when the penguins reassemble a wrecked airplane. The precariously repaired craft stays airborne just long enough to make it to the African continent. There the New Yorkers encounter members of their own species for the first time. Africa proves to be a wild place, but Alex and company wonder if it is better than their Central Park home.
Rated PG • 2008 • 1h 29m
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa continues the journey of Alex the lion and his zoo-raised friends as they accidentally crash-land in their native Africa. The film balances slapstick comedy with themes of cultural identity, family separation, and romantic jealousy between characters like Gloria and Moto Moto. While the content is generally lighthearted, it features moderate cartoon violence and intense chase sequences that may concern… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa appropriate for kids?
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa continues the journey of Alex the lion and his zoo-raised friends as they accidentally crash-land in their native Africa. The film balances slapstick comedy with themes of cultural identity, family separation, and romantic jealousy between characters… Read more — free account
Content severity in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
What happens in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
There are occasional instances of suggestive humor, primarily involving the character Moto Moto flirting with Gloria and remarks about physical appearance. The content is mild and played for laughs, including a brief moment where a character's rear is stuck in a doorway.
Violence and gore in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
The film contains recurring slapstick violence, typical of the genre. Notable scenes include lion fighting, intense brawls involving an elderly woman named Nana, and a shark attack on a smaller animal. These instances are stylized and animated with no lasting graphic injuries.
Language in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
Language is infrequent and mild. The film includes one use of 'ass' and brief, non-profane insults like 'idiot' or 'bloody', which are used in comedic contexts.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
There is no on-screen consumption of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco products depicted in the film.
Mature themes in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
The story centers on themes of abandonment, the pressure to conform, and the complexities of finding one's family after a long separation. It also explores feelings of inadequacy and jealousy when characters feel they are losing their sense of individuality.
Scary moments in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa 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 Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa continues the journey of Alex the lion and his zoo-raised friends as they accidentally crash-land in their native Africa. The film balances slapstick comedy with themes of cultural identity…
What age rating does Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa have?
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa about?
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa continues the journey of Alex the lion and his zoo-raised friends as they accidentally crash-land in their native Africa. The film balances slapstick comedy with themes of cultural identity, family separation, and romantic jealousy between characters like Gloria and Moto Moto. While the…
Is there sex or nudity in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa?
There are occasional instances of suggestive humor, primarily involving the character Moto Moto flirting with Gloria and remarks about physical appearance. The content is mild and played for laughs, including a brief moment where a character's rear is stuck…
How violent is Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa?
The film contains recurring slapstick violence, typical of the genre. Notable scenes include lion fighting, intense brawls involving an elderly woman named Nana, and a shark attack on a smaller animal. These instances are stylized and animated with no lasting…
Is the language in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild. The film includes one use of 'ass' and brief, non-profane insults like 'idiot' or 'bloody', which are used in comedic contexts.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa?
There is no on-screen consumption of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco products depicted in the film.
What mature themes appear in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa?
The story centers on themes of abandonment, the pressure to conform, and the complexities of finding one's family after a long separation. It also explores feelings of inadequacy and jealousy when characters feel they are losing their sense of individuality.
How long is Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa?
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa runs 89 minutes, directed by Eric Darnell, Tom McGrath, released in 2008.
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