The Great Muppet Caper (1981) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Kermit and Fozzie are newspaper reporters sent to London to interview Lady Holiday, a wealthy fashion designer whose priceless diamond necklace is stolen. Kermit meets and falls in love with her secretary, Miss Piggy. The jewel thieves strike again, and this time frame Miss Piggy. It's up to Kermit and the rest of the Muppets to bring the real culprits to justice.
Rated G • 1981 • 1h 37m
Kermit and his friends travel to London as investigative reporters to solve a high-stakes jewel heist in this musical comedy. The film is rated G and suitable for ages 5 and up, as it contains no profanity or mature content and relies entirely on bloodless, slapstick action. Parents should expect only mild, comic violence related to the movie's central robbery plot.
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Is The Great Muppet Caper appropriate for kids?
Kermit and his friends travel to London as investigative reporters to solve a high-stakes jewel heist in this musical comedy. The film is rated G and suitable for ages 5 and up, as it contains no profanity or mature content and relies entirely on bloodless, slapstick action… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Great Muppet Caper
What happens in The Great Muppet Caper, moment by moment
- 0:46 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 1:15 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Great Muppet Caper
None. Mild romance.
Violence and gore in The Great Muppet Caper
Mild. Comic heist antics and slapstick; bloodless.
Language in The Great Muppet Caper
None of note.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Great Muppet Caper
None of note.
Mature themes in The Great Muppet Caper
Friendship, teamwork, and a lighthearted mystery. A gentle Muppet musical-comedy.
Scary moments in The Great Muppet Caper
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Great Muppet Caper appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Great Muppet Caper is best for ages 5+. It's rated G. Kermit and his friends travel to London as investigative reporters to solve a high-stakes jewel heist in this musical comedy. The film is rated G and suitable for ages 5 and up, as it contains no profanity or mature…
What age rating does The Great Muppet Caper have?
The Great Muppet Caper is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 5+.
What is The Great Muppet Caper about?
Kermit and his friends travel to London as investigative reporters to solve a high-stakes jewel heist in this musical comedy. The film is rated G and suitable for ages 5 and up, as it contains no profanity or mature content and relies entirely on bloodless, slapstick action. Parents should expect only mild, comic…
Is there sex or nudity in The Great Muppet Caper?
None. Mild romance.
How violent is The Great Muppet Caper?
Mild. Comic heist antics and slapstick; bloodless.
Is the language in The Great Muppet Caper appropriate for kids?
None of note.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Great Muppet Caper?
None of note.
What mature themes appear in The Great Muppet Caper?
Friendship, teamwork, and a lighthearted mystery. A gentle Muppet musical-comedy.
How long is The Great Muppet Caper?
The Great Muppet Caper runs 97 minutes, directed by Jim Henson, released in 1981.
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