March of the Penguins (2005) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Every year, thousands of Antarctica's emperor penguins make an astonishing journey to breed their young. They walk, marching day and night in single file 70 miles into the darkest, driest and coldest continent on Earth. This amazing, true-life tale is touched with humour and alive with thrills. Breathtaking photography captures the transcendent beauty and staggering drama of devoted parent penguins who, in the fierce polar winter, take turns guarding their egg and trekking to the ocean in search of food. Predators hunt them, storms… Sign up for the full guide
Rated G • 2005 • 1h 20m
A documentary following Emperor penguins' annual breeding march across Antarctica. The G rating is entirely appropriate. Some penguin deaths from cold and predators may upset very young children, but this is entirely suitable for families. One of the most family-friendly films on this list.
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Is March of the Penguins appropriate for kids?
A documentary following Emperor penguins' annual breeding march across Antarctica. The G rating is entirely appropriate. Some penguin deaths from cold and predators may upset very young children, but this is entirely suitable for families. One of the most family-friendly films… Read more — free account
Content severity in March of the Penguins
What happens in March of the Penguins, moment by moment
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:40 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in March of the Penguins
Penguin mating — depicted as natural behaviour without any inappropriate framing.
Violence and gore in March of the Penguins
Predator attacks — a leopard seal and birds taking penguin chicks. Depicted as nature rather than graphic violence. Some chicks and adults die from cold and starvation. May distress very young children.
Language in March of the Penguins
None.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in March of the Penguins
None.
Mature themes in March of the Penguins
The extraordinary effort required to sustain life in hostile conditions. Parental sacrifice and devotion. Death as part of natural cycles. The film is ultimately about love and perseverance in an impossibly harsh environment.
Scary moments in March of the Penguins
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is March of the Penguins appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests March of the Penguins is best for ages 5+. It's rated G. A documentary following Emperor penguins' annual breeding march across Antarctica. The G rating is entirely appropriate. Some penguin deaths from cold and predators may upset very young children, but this is entirely…
What age rating does March of the Penguins have?
March of the Penguins is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 5+.
What is March of the Penguins about?
A documentary following Emperor penguins' annual breeding march across Antarctica. The G rating is entirely appropriate. Some penguin deaths from cold and predators may upset very young children, but this is entirely suitable for families. One of the most family-friendly films on this list.
Is there sex or nudity in March of the Penguins?
Penguin mating — depicted as natural behaviour without any inappropriate framing.
How violent is March of the Penguins?
Predator attacks — a leopard seal and birds taking penguin chicks. Depicted as nature rather than graphic violence. Some chicks and adults die from cold and starvation. May distress very young children.
Is the language in March of the Penguins appropriate for kids?
None.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in March of the Penguins?
None.
What mature themes appear in March of the Penguins?
The extraordinary effort required to sustain life in hostile conditions. Parental sacrifice and devotion. Death as part of natural cycles. The film is ultimately about love and perseverance in an impossibly harsh environment.
How long is March of the Penguins?
March of the Penguins runs 80 minutes, directed by Luc Jacquet, released in 2005.
Where can I read the full March of the Penguins parent guide?
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