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The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving (1995) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A huge meteorite has plunged into the Great Valley, cutting off the water supply and causing tension among the once-peaceful dinosaurs. While the adults argue and turn against one another, Littlefoot and his friends venture out to find a new source of water, only to be constantly bullied by a trio of older dinosaurs. The journey becomes a fight for survival when the group is cornered by a pack of Velociraptors and trapped by a sudden wildfire.

Rated G • 1995 • 1h 10m

Age
6+

This third installment in the animated series is rated G and suitable for most young children, but contains scenes of peril that may be frightening for the most sensitive viewers. The story follows Littlefoot and his friends as they search for water during a drought, facing bullying from older dinosaurs, a dangerous wildfire, and attacks from predatory Velociraptors. While there is no sex, language, or substance use, the thematic… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Scott McAfee
Scott McAfee
Candace Hutson
Candace Hutson
Heather Hogan
Heather Hogan
Jeff Bennett
Jeff Bennett
Rob Paulsen
Rob Paulsen
John Ingle
John Ingle
Linda Gary
Linda Gary
Whit Hertford
Whit Hertford
Nicholas Guest
Nicholas Guest
Tress MacNeille
Tress MacNeille
Frank Welker
Frank Welker
Scott Menville
Scott Menville
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Is The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving appropriate for kids?

This third installment in the animated series is rated G and suitable for most young children, but contains scenes of peril that may be frightening for the most sensitive viewers. The story follows Littlefoot and his friends as they search for water during a drought, facing… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving, moment by moment

  1. 0:03 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
  2. 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
  3. 0:18 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
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Sex and nudity in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

None. Sex and nudity are not present in this film.

Violence and gore in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

The film contains mild, bloodless cartoon violence. A trio of teenage dinosaurs bullies Littlefoot and his friends, involving some shoving and intimidation. The most intense scenes involve a pack of predatory "Sharpteeth" (Velociraptors) that chase the main characters with snapping jaws. A large wildfire also threatens the dinosaurs, and the villains are defeated by being swept away in a flood, but there is no gore.

Language in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

None. There is no profanity in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

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

Mature themes in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

Thematic content is moderate for a young audience and centers on survival and community. A drought causes scarcity, leading to arguments and selfishness among the adult dinosaurs. Bullying is a recurring theme. Scenes of peril are frequent, including characters being threatened by a large wildfire, a character getting stuck in a tar pit, and attacks from predators, which may be frightening for very young or sensitive viewers.

Scary moments in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving 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 The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. This third installment in the animated series is rated G and suitable for most young children, but contains scenes of peril that may be frightening for the most sensitive viewers. The story follows Littlefoot and his…

What age rating does The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving have?

The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.

What is The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving about?

This third installment in the animated series is rated G and suitable for most young children, but contains scenes of peril that may be frightening for the most sensitive viewers. The story follows Littlefoot and his friends as they search for water during a drought, facing bullying from older dinosaurs, a dangerous…

Is there sex or nudity in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving?

None. Sex and nudity are not present in this film.

How violent is The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving?

The film contains mild, bloodless cartoon violence. A trio of teenage dinosaurs bullies Littlefoot and his friends, involving some shoving and intimidation. The most intense scenes involve a pack of predatory "Sharpteeth" (Velociraptors) that chase the main…

Is the language in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving appropriate for kids?

None. There is no profanity in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving?

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

What mature themes appear in The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving?

Thematic content is moderate for a young audience and centers on survival and community. A drought causes scarcity, leading to arguments and selfishness among the adult dinosaurs. Bullying is a recurring theme. Scenes of peril are frequent, including…

How long is The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving?

The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving runs 70 minutes, directed by Roy Allen Smith, released in 1995.

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