The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Secret Life of Pets 2 is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. The Secret Life of Pets 2 follows Max the terrier as he transitions to life with a young toddler, eventually leading to a family road trip to a farm. While Max finds his courage on the farm, parallel storylines involve…

The Secret Life of Pets 2 is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.

The Secret Life of Pets 2 follows Max the terrier as he transitions to life with a young toddler, eventually leading to a family road trip to a farm. While Max finds his courage on the farm, parallel storylines involve his friends rescuing an abused tiger from a cruel circus ringmaster named Sergei. The film is rated…

None. Characters occasionally discuss romantic interests in passing, but there is no sexual content or nudity.

Moderate. The film features stylized, cartoon-style action, including slapstick fights involving rabbits, monkeys, and wolves. A human villain uses a gun to threaten animals, and there is brief peril involving a falling tree and a dangerous circus setting.

Mild. The dialogue includes a few instances of rude language such as the word 'pissed,' along with minor name-calling.

Mild. One scene depicts a cat acting in an intoxicated manner after consuming catnip, which is presented for comedic effect.

Moderate. Themes include animal abuse, abandonment, and the anxiety of caring for a young child. The treatment of the tiger Hu by the circus owner Sergei depicts cruelty that may distress animal-loving children.

The Secret Life of Pets 2 runs 86 minutes, directed by Chris Renaud, released in 2019.

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