Up (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Up is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. Up tells the story of an elderly widower, Carl Fredricksen, who fulfills his promise to his late wife by flying his house to South America. Alongside a young scout named Russell, he encounters a dangerous explorer whose…

Up is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

Up tells the story of an elderly widower, Carl Fredricksen, who fulfills his promise to his late wife by flying his house to South America. Alongside a young scout named Russell, he encounters a dangerous explorer whose obsession has turned him into a villain. The film is rated PG primarily for peril, action, and…

There is no sexual content in this film.

Violence is moderate and centers on action sequences involving a villain and his dogs. Characters are occasionally threatened with guns, swords, and falls from heights, though the tone remains rooted in a stylized animated adventure context. A few moments…

There is no profanity or offensive language in this film.

There is no substance use in this film.

The film deals with mature emotional themes, specifically the death of a spouse, the inability to have children, and the challenges of aging. These topics are handled with care but can be deeply moving or sad for younger viewers, especially during the opening…

Up runs 96 minutes, directed by Pete Docter, released in 2009.

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