Babe

1995

A pig raised on a farm dreams of being a sheepdog and — with the help of a kind farmer — actually becomes one.

Content Guide

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Violence & ScarinessVery mild

Violence & Scariness

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LanguageNone

Language

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Sex & NudityNone

Sex & Nudity

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SubstancesNone

Substances

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Frightening ScenesVery mild

Frightening Scenes

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Positive MessagesExcellent

Positive Messages

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Role ModelsExcellent

Role Models

What's in this movie

•A dog is nearly killed for biting
•Babe learns that pigs are raised for eating
•Mild animal conflict

🌍 Cultural & Representation Concerns

✓ None identified

Educational Value

A beautiful film about defying expectations and the power of kindness across differences. 'That'll do, pig' is one of cinema's most quietly moving moments.

💬 Pause & Talk — Discussion Topics

1.What does it mean that Babe wins as a sheepdog by being polite rather than aggressive?
2.How does Farmer Hoggett show love without many words?
3.What does Babe teach the other animals about how they treat each other?

🏆 Awards: Academy Award for Best Visual Effects; nominated for Best Picture