Max 2: White House Hero (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Max is assigned to the White House while Butch, the secret service dog, is on maternity leave. He meets TJ, a 12 year old boy, who is the President's son. Due to his father's high profile, he is trying hard to fit in and lead a normal life. During a state visit by the Russian President and his daughter, Alexandra (Alex), TJ is asked to accompany her, during their stay. TJ befriends Alex, but when they get into trouble, Max comes to the rescue!
Rated PG • 2017 • 1h 25m
Max 2: White House Hero follows a military dog named Max who is assigned to protect TJ, the son of the U.S. President, during a tense state visit. The film earns its PG rating primarily for mild action, peril involving kidnapping, and scenes where the children are placed in frightening situations by villains. Families should be aware of moderate suspense, including an instance where a character is locked in a freezer and general themes… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Max 2: White House Hero appropriate for kids?
Max 2: White House Hero follows a military dog named Max who is assigned to protect TJ, the son of the U.S. President, during a tense state visit. The film earns its PG rating primarily for mild action, peril involving kidnapping, and scenes where the children are placed in… Read more — free account
Content severity in Max 2: White House Hero
What happens in Max 2: White House Hero, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:30 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in Max 2: White House Hero
The film contains only one brief, innocent kiss between the two young protagonists at the end of the movie.
Violence and gore in Max 2: White House Hero
The violence is limited to mild action sequences, including a dog biting an attacker's ankle, scuffles between characters, and a pursuit during the film's climax. All encounters are non-graphic and focus on the dog protecting the children.
Language in Max 2: White House Hero
Language is very mild, consisting of a few instances of name-calling or mild exclamations typical of a family-friendly film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Max 2: White House Hero
There are passing, incidental references to alcohol, such as a glass of wine or adult beverages seen in the background of social settings at the White House.
Mature themes in Max 2: White House Hero
The film explores themes of parental pressure, the challenges of being in the public eye, and the dangerous consequences of betrayal by trusted staff members within the government.
Scary moments in Max 2: White House Hero
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Max 2: White House Hero 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 Max 2: White House Hero appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Max 2: White House Hero is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. Max 2: White House Hero follows a military dog named Max who is assigned to protect TJ, the son of the U.S. President, during a tense state visit. The film earns its PG rating primarily for mild action, peril involving…
What age rating does Max 2: White House Hero have?
Max 2: White House Hero is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is Max 2: White House Hero about?
Max 2: White House Hero follows a military dog named Max who is assigned to protect TJ, the son of the U.S. President, during a tense state visit. The film earns its PG rating primarily for mild action, peril involving kidnapping, and scenes where the children are placed in frightening situations by villains. Families…
Is there sex or nudity in Max 2: White House Hero?
The film contains only one brief, innocent kiss between the two young protagonists at the end of the movie.
How violent is Max 2: White House Hero?
The violence is limited to mild action sequences, including a dog biting an attacker's ankle, scuffles between characters, and a pursuit during the film's climax. All encounters are non-graphic and focus on the dog protecting the children.
Is the language in Max 2: White House Hero appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild, consisting of a few instances of name-calling or mild exclamations typical of a family-friendly film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Max 2: White House Hero?
There are passing, incidental references to alcohol, such as a glass of wine or adult beverages seen in the background of social settings at the White House.
What mature themes appear in Max 2: White House Hero?
The film explores themes of parental pressure, the challenges of being in the public eye, and the dangerous consequences of betrayal by trusted staff members within the government.
How long is Max 2: White House Hero?
Max 2: White House Hero runs 85 minutes, directed by Brian Levant, released in 2017.
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