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Rock Dog (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

When a radio falls from the sky into the hands of a wide-eyed Tibetan Mastiff, he leaves home to fulfill his dream of becoming a musician, setting into motion a series of completely unexpected events.

Rated PG • 2016 • 1h 30m

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Rock Dog follows a young Tibetan Mastiff named Bodi who leaves his duty-bound village to pursue his dream of becoming a rock star in the city. The film is rated PG for some mild action and rude language. Parents should be aware of scenes involving animal-on-animal combat and bullying that may be intense for very young viewers. The film is generally well-suited for family audiences, though children sensitive to conflict or peril should… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Luke Wilson
Luke Wilson
Suzy Eddie Izzard
Suzy Eddie Izzard
J.K. Simmons
J.K. Simmons
Lewis Black
Lewis Black
Kenan Thompson
Kenan Thompson
Mae Whitman
Mae Whitman
Jorge Garcia
Jorge Garcia
Matt Dillon
Matt Dillon
Sam Elliott
Sam Elliott
WF
Will Finn
Ash Brannon
Ash Brannon
LR
Liza Richardson
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Is Rock Dog appropriate for kids?

Rock Dog follows a young Tibetan Mastiff named Bodi who leaves his duty-bound village to pursue his dream of becoming a rock star in the city. The film is rated PG for some mild action and rude language. Parents should be aware of scenes involving animal-on-animal combat and… Read more — free account

Content severity in Rock Dog

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Rock Dog, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
  2. 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
  3. 0:32 💬 Language 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Rock Dog

None. A hygiene-obsessed character is occasionally shown wearing only a towel, but it is played for comedy and covers the majority of their body.

Violence and gore in Rock Dog

Moderate for an animated film. There are slapstick brawls, a cage fight involving a grizzly bear, and scenes where characters are shot with tranquilizer darts. We have applied an animation modifier as these characters are anthropomorphic animals in non-realistic settings.

Language in Rock Dog

Mild. The film includes name-calling like 'idiot' and 'moron,' as well as the use of the British term 'bloody.' One instance of the 'f-word' is implied by context but is completely drowned out and censored by a passing car horn.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Rock Dog

Passing. In one brief scene, a character is seen ordering and consuming a glass of champagne, but there is no focus on alcohol consumption.

Mature themes in Rock Dog

The narrative touches on themes of abandonment, duty vs. personal ambition, and the pressure of parental expectations. There is also a plotline involving the kidnapping and threatened consumption of villagers by a pack of wolves.

Scary moments in Rock Dog

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Rock Dog 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rock Dog appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Rock Dog is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. Rock Dog follows a young Tibetan Mastiff named Bodi who leaves his duty-bound village to pursue his dream of becoming a rock star in the city. The film is rated PG for some mild action and rude language. Parents should…

What age rating does Rock Dog have?

Rock Dog is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

What is Rock Dog about?

Rock Dog follows a young Tibetan Mastiff named Bodi who leaves his duty-bound village to pursue his dream of becoming a rock star in the city. The film is rated PG for some mild action and rude language. Parents should be aware of scenes involving animal-on-animal combat and bullying that may be intense for very young…

Is there sex or nudity in Rock Dog?

None. A hygiene-obsessed character is occasionally shown wearing only a towel, but it is played for comedy and covers the majority of their body.

How violent is Rock Dog?

Moderate for an animated film. There are slapstick brawls, a cage fight involving a grizzly bear, and scenes where characters are shot with tranquilizer darts. We have applied an animation modifier as these characters are anthropomorphic animals in…

Is the language in Rock Dog appropriate for kids?

Mild. The film includes name-calling like 'idiot' and 'moron,' as well as the use of the British term 'bloody.' One instance of the 'f-word' is implied by context but is completely drowned out and censored by a passing car horn.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Rock Dog?

Passing. In one brief scene, a character is seen ordering and consuming a glass of champagne, but there is no focus on alcohol consumption.

What mature themes appear in Rock Dog?

The narrative touches on themes of abandonment, duty vs. personal ambition, and the pressure of parental expectations. There is also a plotline involving the kidnapping and threatened consumption of villagers by a pack of wolves.

How long is Rock Dog?

Rock Dog runs 90 minutes, directed by Ash Brannon, released in 2016.

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