See Spot Run (2001) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A drug sniffing agent canine is a target for an assassin boss so the FBI calls Witness Protection to send him somewhere else. Meanwhile a single Mom puts her 6 year old boy James in the care of her irresponsible, mailman, neighbor, Gordon, when the babysitter bails on her. Meanwhile, an assassin mob boss hires 2 goons to kill Agent 11. But when 11 escapes from the van when they tried to kill him, he hides in Gordon's Mailtruck that James is in too. And guess what they name him. Spot.
Rated PG • 2001 • 1h 34m
See Spot Run is rated PG primarily for its mix of slapstick action and crude humor, including a notable scene where a dog bites a mob boss's testicles off-screen. The film contains moderate comic violence, with mobsters threatening characters and the dog, Spot, with guns, and several scenes of slapstick peril involving the mailman Gordon. The language is mild but includes some profanity and outdated slurs. Due to the surprising… Sign up for the full guide
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Is See Spot Run appropriate for kids?
See Spot Run is rated PG primarily for its mix of slapstick action and crude humor, including a notable scene where a dog bites a mob boss's testicles off-screen. The film contains moderate comic violence, with mobsters threatening characters and the dog, Spot, with guns, and… Read more — free account
Content severity in See Spot Run
What happens in See Spot Run, moment by moment
- 0:02 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:04 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
Sex and nudity in See Spot Run
Mild. A character briefly appears in lingerie, showing some cleavage for about a minute. In another scene, a man's boxers are ripped off as he falls, implying nudity from the waist down from behind, but no private parts are visible.
Violence and gore in See Spot Run
Moderate. The film's violence is played for comedy but contains some intense moments for a PG movie. Early on, a dog bites a mob boss's testicles (the act is off-screen, but a sound effect is heard and the aftermath is discussed). Mobsters repeatedly try to kill the dog, chasing him and threatening him with guns, including in a pet store. There are numerous slapstick scenes, such as characters falling, being hit, and causing property destruction.
Language in See Spot Run
Mild. The profanity is infrequent, with single uses of "ass" and "damn." More notably for some parents, the outdated and offensive term "retarded" is used three times.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in See Spot Run
Light. The central plot is predicated on the mob's criminal (drug) activities, which is why the FBI is investigating them at the start of the film. However, no drugs are ever shown on screen, nor is there any depiction of substance use.
Mature themes in See Spot Run
Moderate. The primary mature theme involves criminal activity, as mobsters plot an assassination against an animal. The most unsettling thematic moment follows the off-screen castration, where the mob boss is shown in a hospital discussing the surgical replacement of his testicle with a urologist, which is played for laughs but may be disturbing for some children.
Scary moments in See Spot Run
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for See Spot Run 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 See Spot Run appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests See Spot Run is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. See Spot Run is rated PG primarily for its mix of slapstick action and crude humor, including a notable scene where a dog bites a mob boss's testicles off-screen. The film contains moderate comic violence, with mobsters…
What age rating does See Spot Run have?
See Spot Run is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is See Spot Run about?
See Spot Run is rated PG primarily for its mix of slapstick action and crude humor, including a notable scene where a dog bites a mob boss's testicles off-screen. The film contains moderate comic violence, with mobsters threatening characters and the dog, Spot, with guns, and several scenes of slapstick peril…
Is there sex or nudity in See Spot Run?
Mild. A character briefly appears in lingerie, showing some cleavage for about a minute. In another scene, a man's boxers are ripped off as he falls, implying nudity from the waist down from behind, but no private parts are visible.
How violent is See Spot Run?
Moderate. The film's violence is played for comedy but contains some intense moments for a PG movie. Early on, a dog bites a mob boss's testicles (the act is off-screen, but a sound effect is heard and the aftermath is discussed). Mobsters repeatedly try to…
Is the language in See Spot Run appropriate for kids?
Mild. The profanity is infrequent, with single uses of "ass" and "damn." More notably for some parents, the outdated and offensive term "retarded" is used three times.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in See Spot Run?
Light. The central plot is predicated on the mob's criminal (drug) activities, which is why the FBI is investigating them at the start of the film. However, no drugs are ever shown on screen, nor is there any depiction of substance use.
What mature themes appear in See Spot Run?
Moderate. The primary mature theme involves criminal activity, as mobsters plot an assassination against an animal. The most unsettling thematic moment follows the off-screen castration, where the mob boss is shown in a hospital discussing the surgical…
How long is See Spot Run?
See Spot Run runs 94 minutes, directed by John Whitesell, released in 2001.
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