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Toy Story 4 (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Woody has always been confident about his place in the world, devoted to taking care of his kid—whether that's Andy or Bonnie. But after Bonnie creates a reluctant new toy called "Forky", a road trip adventure alongside old and new friends challenges everything Woody believes about loyalty, purpose, and what it truly means to be a toy.

Rated G • 2019 • 1h 40m

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Toy Story 4 follows Woody and his toy companions on a road trip that leads them to a reunion with Bo Peep and an encounter with a doll named Gabby Gabby. The film maintains a G-rating, featuring mild cartoon peril and emotional themes regarding purpose and abandonment that are standard for the franchise. There is no sexual content, harsh language, or substance use present. While the film is generally lighthearted, the presence of… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Tom Hanks
Tom Hanks
Tim Allen
Tim Allen
Annie Potts
Annie Potts
Tony Hale
Tony Hale
Keegan-Michael Key
Keegan-Michael Key
Madeleine McGraw
Madeleine McGraw
Christina Hendricks
Christina Hendricks
Jordan Peele
Jordan Peele
Keanu Reeves
Keanu Reeves
Ally Maki
Ally Maki
Jay Hernandez
Jay Hernandez
Lori Alan
Lori Alan
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Is Toy Story 4 appropriate for kids?

Toy Story 4 follows Woody and his toy companions on a road trip that leads them to a reunion with Bo Peep and an encounter with a doll named Gabby Gabby. The film maintains a G-rating, featuring mild cartoon peril and emotional themes regarding purpose and abandonment that are… Read more — free account

Content severity in Toy Story 4

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Toy Story 4, moment by moment

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  2. 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
  3. 0:42 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Toy Story 4

There is no sexual content in this film.

Violence and gore in Toy Story 4

Violence is limited to mild, stylized cartoon action, such as chase scenes, minor toy skirmishes, and toys using tools like a shepherd's crook to navigate environments or fend off an aggressive cat.

Language in Toy Story 4

There is no profanity or offensive language in this film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Toy Story 4

There is no substance use or depiction of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.

Mature themes in Toy Story 4

The film explores themes of existential purpose, the fear of being abandoned, and the emotional transition of moving on from a primary owner. These concepts are presented in a thoughtful, child-friendly manner.

Scary moments in Toy Story 4

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Toy Story 4 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 Toy Story 4 appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Toy Story 4 is best for ages 5+. It's rated G. Toy Story 4 follows Woody and his toy companions on a road trip that leads them to a reunion with Bo Peep and an encounter with a doll named Gabby Gabby. The film maintains a G-rating, featuring mild cartoon peril and…

What age rating does Toy Story 4 have?

Toy Story 4 is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 5+.

What is Toy Story 4 about?

Toy Story 4 follows Woody and his toy companions on a road trip that leads them to a reunion with Bo Peep and an encounter with a doll named Gabby Gabby. The film maintains a G-rating, featuring mild cartoon peril and emotional themes regarding purpose and abandonment that are standard for the franchise. There is no…

Is there sex or nudity in Toy Story 4?

There is no sexual content in this film.

How violent is Toy Story 4?

Violence is limited to mild, stylized cartoon action, such as chase scenes, minor toy skirmishes, and toys using tools like a shepherd's crook to navigate environments or fend off an aggressive cat.

Is the language in Toy Story 4 appropriate for kids?

There is no profanity or offensive language in this film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Toy Story 4?

There is no substance use or depiction of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.

What mature themes appear in Toy Story 4?

The film explores themes of existential purpose, the fear of being abandoned, and the emotional transition of moving on from a primary owner. These concepts are presented in a thoughtful, child-friendly manner.

How long is Toy Story 4?

Toy Story 4 runs 100 minutes, directed by Josh Cooley, released in 2019.

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