Muppet Treasure Island (1996) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After telling the story of Flint's last journey to young Jim Hawkins, Billy Bones has a heart attack and dies just as Jim and his friends are attacked by pirates. The gang escapes into the town where they hire out a boat and crew to find the hidden treasure, which was revealed by Bones before he died. On their voyage across the seas, they soon find out that not everyone on board can be trusted.
Rated G • 1996 • 1h 39m
The Muppets retell the classic Robert Louis Stevenson adventure about a young boy searching for pirate gold alongside a crew of colorful puppets and humans. This G-rated film is recommended for children ages 6 and up due to mild, bloodless action sequences and comic peril involving sword-fighting and cannons. Parents should also expect occasional mentions of rum and mild pirate-themed drinking songs.
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Is Muppet Treasure Island appropriate for kids?
The Muppets retell the classic Robert Louis Stevenson adventure about a young boy searching for pirate gold alongside a crew of colorful puppets and humans. This G-rated film is recommended for children ages 6 and up due to mild, bloodless action sequences and comic peril… Read more — free account
Content severity in Muppet Treasure Island
What happens in Muppet Treasure Island, moment by moment
- 0:47 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:52 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 1:16 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in Muppet Treasure Island
None.
Violence and gore in Muppet Treasure Island
Mild. Comic pirate skirmishes, sword-waving, and peril; bloodless and silly.
Language in Muppet Treasure Island
None of note.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Muppet Treasure Island
Mild. Pirates sing about rum and drink.
Mature themes in Muppet Treasure Island
Adventure, friendship, and loyalty. A musical Muppet take on a classic; gentle despite the pirate setting.
Scary moments in Muppet Treasure Island
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Muppet Treasure Island 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 Muppet Treasure Island appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Muppet Treasure Island is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. The Muppets retell the classic Robert Louis Stevenson adventure about a young boy searching for pirate gold alongside a crew of colorful puppets and humans. This G-rated film is recommended for children ages 6 and up…
What age rating does Muppet Treasure Island have?
Muppet Treasure Island is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is Muppet Treasure Island about?
The Muppets retell the classic Robert Louis Stevenson adventure about a young boy searching for pirate gold alongside a crew of colorful puppets and humans. This G-rated film is recommended for children ages 6 and up due to mild, bloodless action sequences and comic peril involving sword-fighting and cannons. Parents…
Is there sex or nudity in Muppet Treasure Island?
None.
How violent is Muppet Treasure Island?
Mild. Comic pirate skirmishes, sword-waving, and peril; bloodless and silly.
Is the language in Muppet Treasure Island appropriate for kids?
None of note.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Muppet Treasure Island?
Mild. Pirates sing about rum and drink.
What mature themes appear in Muppet Treasure Island?
Adventure, friendship, and loyalty. A musical Muppet take on a classic; gentle despite the pirate setting.
How long is Muppet Treasure Island?
Muppet Treasure Island runs 99 minutes, directed by Brian Henson, released in 1996.
Where can I read the full Muppet Treasure Island parent guide?
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