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Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! (2021) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Name: Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!
Director: Jonathan Stern
Released: 2021
Duration: 40 min
Rating: 7.7

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

After 52 years of solving mysteries, the Scooby gang reunite at Warner Bros. Studios to reminisce about their favorite cases and how they were filmed. But it turns out that the back lot may have its OWN monster problem. Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy, and Scooby-Doo investigate this mystery while celebrating the legacy of the franchise.

Rated NR • 2021 • 40m

Directed by Jonathan Stern

7.7

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

This reunion special celebrates the legacy of Scooby-Doo, mixing live-action interviews with a classic animated mystery set on the Warner Bros. studio lot. The unrated special earns its TV-PG equivalent primarily through mild cartoon peril and a single instance of profanity. Parents should be aware of typical Scooby-Doo scenes where Shaggy and Scooby are chased by a monster, as well as one use of the word "hell." The tone is nostalgic… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Frank Welker

Matthew Lillard

Grey DeLisle

Kate Micucci

Janel Parrish

Jerry Beck

David Silverman

Seth Green

Tony Cervone

Tom Sito

Joseph Barbera

Mary Lynn Rajskub

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Is Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! appropriate for kids?

Content severity in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!

Sex None 0/10

Violence Moderate 3/10

Language Moderate 3/10

Substances None 0/10

Themes Mild 1/10

What happens in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!, moment by moment

0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 1/10
0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 1/10
0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10

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Sex and nudity in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!

None. The topic of Scooby-Doo having children is briefly mentioned as part of the franchise's legacy, but there is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.

Violence and gore in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!

Violence is mild and comedic, presented in the classic, stylized cartoon format of the series. It consists entirely of slapstick chases, characters bumping into things, and the gang being scared by a costumed monster. No one is ever injured and there is no blood or graphic imagery.

Language in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!

Language is very light, with a single use of "hell" uttered by a character near the end of the special.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!

None. There is no depiction or mention of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.

Mature themes in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!

The primary themes are very light, focusing on the history and legacy of the Scooby-Doo franchise, teamwork, and friendship. The concept of uncovering the truth behind a mystery is central, as always.

Scary moments in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! 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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Is Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! is best for ages 6+. It's rated NR. This reunion special celebrates the legacy of Scooby-Doo, mixing live-action interviews with a classic animated mystery set on the Warner Bros. studio lot. The unrated special earns its TV-PG equivalent primarily…

What age rating does Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! have?

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! about?

Is there sex or nudity in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!?

None. The topic of Scooby-Doo having children is briefly mentioned as part of the franchise's legacy, but there is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.

How violent is Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!?

Is the language in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! appropriate for kids?

Language is very light, with a single use of "hell" uttered by a character near the end of the special.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!?

None. There is no depiction or mention of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.

What mature themes appear in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!?

How long is Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now!?

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! runs 40 minutes, directed by Jonathan Stern, released in 2021.

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