Night at the Museum
FantasyFamilyComedy
6+PG
2006·1h 48m·Shawn Levy·1492 Pictures·● Script read & verified
A divorced dad takes a night security job at the Museum of Natural History, only to discover that an ancient Egyptian tablet brings all the...
Fine for kids to watch alone
Heads Up for Parents
The premise of dead things coming to life might be conceptually unsettling for very young children despite the comedic treatment
What's In It
Violence
Very Mild▸
Language
Very Mild▸
Scary
Very Mild▸
Romance
Very Mild▸
Substances
None▸
Stimulation
Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●Traditional family values
The entire plot centers on Larry becoming a better father to his son Nick through responsibility and adventure. The film's emotional core is about rebuilding the father-son relationship and Larry proving himself as a dad.
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Shows importance of perseverance when Larry refuses to give up despite chaos
- ✓Demonstrates that unconventional jobs can have real value and purpose
Cast:Ben StillerCarla GuginoDick Van DykeMickey RooneyBill Cobbs