Valiant (2005) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Set in 1944, Valiant is a woodland pigeon who wants to become a great hero someday. When he hears they are hiring recruits for the Royal Homing Pigeon Service, he immediately sets out for London. On the way, he meets a smelly but friendly pigeon named Bugsy, who joins him, mainly to get away from clients he cheated in a game of find-the pebble, and helps him sign up for the war.
Rated G • 2005 • 1h 16m
Rated G, "Valiant" is an animated adventure set in WWII-era England that follows a small pigeon's quest to become a war hero. The film's rating is primarily due to its cartoon violence and themes of wartime peril, which may be intense for the youngest or most sensitive viewers. Parents should be aware of scenes where pigeons are hunted by menacing falcons, a plane is shot down leading to a character's presumed death, and characters are… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Valiant appropriate for kids?
Rated G, "Valiant" is an animated adventure set in WWII-era England that follows a small pigeon's quest to become a war hero. The film's rating is primarily due to its cartoon violence and themes of wartime peril, which may be intense for the youngest or most sensitive viewers… Read more — free account
Content severity in Valiant
What happens in Valiant, moment by moment
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:05 🍷 Substances 1/10
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
Sex and nudity in Valiant
Sexual content is very light and limited to innocent romance. A pigeon character, Bugsy, uses mild, dated flirty expressions like "oo-la-la" and "va-va-voom" when meeting a female mouse. At the end of the film, the protagonist Valiant shares a simple, brief kiss with the nurse, Victoria.
Violence and gore in Valiant
Violence is mild and entirely cartoonish, with no blood or gore. The primary conflict involves predatory falcons attacking pigeons, sometimes resulting in off-screen capture or peril. There are several slapstick fight scenes and chases. One sequence involves a plane being hit by anti-aircraft fire and crashing in an explosion, with a character briefly presumed to be lost in the crash.
Language in Valiant
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Valiant
Substance use is depicted in a very mild, comedic fashion. A few scenes take place in a bar for birds where a seagull bartender serves drinks like "bug juice." A heroic pigeon orders a drink "shaken, not stirred" in a parody of James Bond.
Mature themes in Valiant
The film's WWII setting includes themes of war, heroism, courage, and sacrifice. Characters are put in peril, captured by the enemy, and held as prisoners. There is a moment of emotional weight when a key character is presumed to have died in a plane crash. A brief scene shows taxidermied birds in the villain's lair, which could be unsettling for some children. A minor scene involves characters' fear of getting shots from a large syringe.
Scary moments in Valiant
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Valiant 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 Valiant appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Valiant is best for ages 6+. It's rated G. Rated G, "Valiant" is an animated adventure set in WWII-era England that follows a small pigeon's quest to become a war hero. The film's rating is primarily due to its cartoon violence and themes of wartime peril, which…
What age rating does Valiant have?
Valiant is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is Valiant about?
Rated G, "Valiant" is an animated adventure set in WWII-era England that follows a small pigeon's quest to become a war hero. The film's rating is primarily due to its cartoon violence and themes of wartime peril, which may be intense for the youngest or most sensitive viewers. Parents should be aware of scenes where…
Is there sex or nudity in Valiant?
Sexual content is very light and limited to innocent romance. A pigeon character, Bugsy, uses mild, dated flirty expressions like "oo-la-la" and "va-va-voom" when meeting a female mouse. At the end of the film, the protagonist Valiant shares a simple, brief…
How violent is Valiant?
Violence is mild and entirely cartoonish, with no blood or gore. The primary conflict involves predatory falcons attacking pigeons, sometimes resulting in off-screen capture or peril. There are several slapstick fight scenes and chases. One sequence involves…
Is the language in Valiant appropriate for kids?
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Valiant?
Substance use is depicted in a very mild, comedic fashion. A few scenes take place in a bar for birds where a seagull bartender serves drinks like "bug juice." A heroic pigeon orders a drink "shaken, not stirred" in a parody of James Bond.
What mature themes appear in Valiant?
The film's WWII setting includes themes of war, heroism, courage, and sacrifice. Characters are put in peril, captured by the enemy, and held as prisoners. There is a moment of emotional weight when a key character is presumed to have died in a plane crash. A…
How long is Valiant?
Valiant runs 76 minutes, directed by Gary Chapman, released in 2005.
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