Under the Boardwalk (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Two crabs embark on an epic journey to get home after a storm sweeps them away. Their courage soon unites their families, paving the way for great summers to come.
Rated PG • 2023 • 1h 27m
Under the Boardwalk follows the adventures of Armen and Ramona, two hermit crabs from rival communities who find love while stranded away from home. The film is rated PG for mild insults and moderate cartoon action sequences involving beach storms and crab scuffles. Parents should be aware of themes involving prejudice between groups and the loss of parents, which may be sensitive for younger viewers. It is generally suitable for most… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Under the Boardwalk appropriate for kids?
Under the Boardwalk follows the adventures of Armen and Ramona, two hermit crabs from rival communities who find love while stranded away from home. The film is rated PG for mild insults and moderate cartoon action sequences involving beach storms and crab scuffles. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in Under the Boardwalk
What happens in Under the Boardwalk, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Under the Boardwalk
There are brief, innocent moments of romantic interaction, including characters holding claws, cuddling, and a single kiss near the end of the film.
Violence and gore in Under the Boardwalk
The film features cartoonish brawls between crab factions, including an incident where a crab's claw is snapped off during a fight, though the action is stylized and lacks gore.
Language in Under the Boardwalk
Language is mild, consisting primarily of name-calling such as 'moron,' 'meathead,' 'stupid,' and 'dumb,' along with one instance of the phrase 'what the hell.'
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Under the Boardwalk
There is a brief, incidental scene where characters are shown at a social club that mimics a nightlife environment, involving light references to social gatherings.
Mature themes in Under the Boardwalk
The narrative explores themes of loss, specifically referencing the death of a parent in a storm, and carries a strong message about overcoming prejudice between two groups.
Scary moments in Under the Boardwalk
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Under the Boardwalk 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Under the Boardwalk appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Under the Boardwalk is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. Under the Boardwalk follows the adventures of Armen and Ramona, two hermit crabs from rival communities who find love while stranded away from home. The film is rated PG for mild insults and moderate cartoon action…
What age rating does Under the Boardwalk have?
Under the Boardwalk is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is Under the Boardwalk about?
Under the Boardwalk follows the adventures of Armen and Ramona, two hermit crabs from rival communities who find love while stranded away from home. The film is rated PG for mild insults and moderate cartoon action sequences involving beach storms and crab scuffles. Parents should be aware of themes involving…
Is there sex or nudity in Under the Boardwalk?
There are brief, innocent moments of romantic interaction, including characters holding claws, cuddling, and a single kiss near the end of the film.
How violent is Under the Boardwalk?
The film features cartoonish brawls between crab factions, including an incident where a crab's claw is snapped off during a fight, though the action is stylized and lacks gore.
Is the language in Under the Boardwalk appropriate for kids?
Language is mild, consisting primarily of name-calling such as 'moron,' 'meathead,' 'stupid,' and 'dumb,' along with one instance of the phrase 'what the hell.'
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Under the Boardwalk?
There is a brief, incidental scene where characters are shown at a social club that mimics a nightlife environment, involving light references to social gatherings.
What mature themes appear in Under the Boardwalk?
The narrative explores themes of loss, specifically referencing the death of a parent in a storm, and carries a strong message about overcoming prejudice between two groups.
How long is Under the Boardwalk?
Under the Boardwalk runs 87 minutes, directed by David Soren, released in 2023.
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