The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The countryside isn't always as calm and peaceful as it's made out to be, and the animals on this farm are particularly agitated: a fox who mothers a family of chicks, a rabbit who plays the stork, and a duck who wants to be Santa Claus.
Rated G • 2017 • 1h 23m
Told as a stage play by a charming troupe of farm animals, "The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales" is a gentle, G-rated animated anthology suitable for the youngest viewers. The film is composed of three separate stories with very mild content concerns. Violence is limited to slapstick cartoon peril, such as a Fox's failed attempts to raid a henhouse or characters being chased, with no one ever getting seriously hurt. The most significant… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales appropriate for kids?
Told as a stage play by a charming troupe of farm animals, "The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales" is a gentle, G-rated animated anthology suitable for the youngest viewers. The film is composed of three separate stories with very mild content concerns. Violence is limited to… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
What happens in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:16 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:27 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
None. This film is entirely free of sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
Violence is infrequent and presented in a slapstick, comedic fashion. It mainly consists of cartoon peril, such as characters falling, being chased by a non-threatening guard dog, or getting into comical scuffles. Predators like the Fox and a Wolf talk about eating prey animals (chickens), but their plans always backfire comically and no one is ever harmed. The tone is consistently light and reassuring.
Language in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
Entirely absent. There is no profanity or name-calling in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
A single, passing reference to alcohol may be heard in some dubs (e.g., a character mentioning they'd like a 'pint'), but it is fleeting and unlikely to be noticed by young children. There is no on-screen depiction of substance use.
Mature themes in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
The primary themes are positive, focusing on friendship, helping others, and found family (a fox accidentally becomes a mother to three chicks). There is one notable moment that may be of concern: in the Christmas-themed story, it is bluntly stated that Santa Claus isn't real. There are also mild thematic elements of peril related to predators hunting prey, though this is always resolved without harm.
Scary moments in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales is best for ages 4+. It's rated G. Told as a stage play by a charming troupe of farm animals, "The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales" is a gentle, G-rated animated anthology suitable for the youngest viewers. The film is composed of three separate stories with…
What age rating does The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales have?
The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 4+.
What is The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales about?
Told as a stage play by a charming troupe of farm animals, "The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales" is a gentle, G-rated animated anthology suitable for the youngest viewers. The film is composed of three separate stories with very mild content concerns. Violence is limited to slapstick cartoon peril, such as a Fox's failed…
Is there sex or nudity in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales?
None. This film is entirely free of sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
How violent is The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales?
Violence is infrequent and presented in a slapstick, comedic fashion. It mainly consists of cartoon peril, such as characters falling, being chased by a non-threatening guard dog, or getting into comical scuffles. Predators like the Fox and a Wolf talk about…
Is the language in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales appropriate for kids?
Entirely absent. There is no profanity or name-calling in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales?
A single, passing reference to alcohol may be heard in some dubs (e.g., a character mentioning they'd like a 'pint'), but it is fleeting and unlikely to be noticed by young children. There is no on-screen depiction of substance use.
What mature themes appear in The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales?
The primary themes are positive, focusing on friendship, helping others, and found family (a fox accidentally becomes a mother to three chicks). There is one notable moment that may be of concern: in the Christmas-themed story, it is bluntly stated that Santa…
How long is The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales?
The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales runs 83 minutes, directed by Patrick Imbert, Benjamin Renner, released in 2017.
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