Over the Hedge (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A scheming raccoon fools a mismatched family of forest creatures into helping him repay a debt of food, by invading the new suburban sprawl that popped up while they were hibernating – and learns a lesson about family himself.
Rated PG • 2006 • 1h 23m
A scheming raccoon recruits a family of woodland animals to raid the food of a new suburban development that has sprung up over their hibernation, all while hiding his own selfish motive.
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Is Over the Hedge appropriate for kids?
A scheming raccoon recruits a family of woodland animals to raid the food of a new suburban development that has sprung up over their hibernation, all while hiding his own selfish motive. Read more — free account
Content severity in Over the Hedge
What happens in Over the Hedge, moment by moment
- 0:27 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:31 💬 Language 3/10
- 0:43 🍷 Substances 3/10
Sex and nudity in Over the Hedge
None of note.
Violence and gore in Over the Hedge
Mild slapstick — a hyper-caffeinated squirrel, traps, and a comic exterminator. No real harm.
Language in Over the Hedge
Mild. A couple of mild words.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Over the Hedge
Mild. A wildly comic caffeine-energy-drink gag functions as a stimulant joke.
Mature themes in Over the Hedge
Family, found-family, and consumerism/suburban excess. Fast and funny; very accessible for young kids.
Scary moments in Over the Hedge
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Over the Hedge 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 Over the Hedge appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Over the Hedge is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. A scheming raccoon recruits a family of woodland animals to raid the food of a new suburban development that has sprung up over their hibernation, all while hiding his own selfish motive.
What age rating does Over the Hedge have?
Over the Hedge is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is Over the Hedge about?
A scheming raccoon recruits a family of woodland animals to raid the food of a new suburban development that has sprung up over their hibernation, all while hiding his own selfish motive.
Is there sex or nudity in Over the Hedge?
None of note.
How violent is Over the Hedge?
Mild slapstick — a hyper-caffeinated squirrel, traps, and a comic exterminator. No real harm.
Is the language in Over the Hedge appropriate for kids?
Mild. A couple of mild words.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Over the Hedge?
Mild. A wildly comic caffeine-energy-drink gag functions as a stimulant joke.
What mature themes appear in Over the Hedge?
Family, found-family, and consumerism/suburban excess. Fast and funny; very accessible for young kids.
How long is Over the Hedge?
Over the Hedge runs 83 minutes, directed by Karey Kirkpatrick, Tim Johnson, released in 2006.
Where can I read the full Over the Hedge parent guide?
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