Paddington 2

AdventureComedyFamily

5+PG⭐ 7.0 / 10

2017·1h 44m·Paul King·StudioCanal·● Script read & verified

A charming family film about Paddington Bear trying to earn money for his Aunt Lucy's 100th birthday present - a pop-up book of London. When...

Fine for kids to watch alone

Heads Up for Parents

The film ends on a cliffhanger with Paddington being arrested, which may prompt questions from children about justice and false accusations

What's In It

Violence

Very Mild▸

Language

None▸

Scary

Very Mild▸

Romance

Very Mild▸

Substances

None▸

Stimulation

Very Mild▸

Cultural & Values Guide

Values & Themes

●Traditional family values

The entire narrative centers on Paddington's unconditional love and belonging with the Brown family, demonstrating how love and acceptance create true family bonds. The film's core message celebrates family unity, forgiveness, and the transformative power of kindness within the family structure.

Family Takeaways

What it gets right

✓Shows importance of community support when Paddington's neighbors rally around him
✓Demonstrates perseverance and hard work as Paddington takes various jobs to earn money
✓Emphasizes gratitude and caring for elderly family members through Paddington's devotion to Aunt Lucy

Awards: Empire Award for Best British Film; BAFTA nomination for Best British Film

Cast:Ben WhishawSally HawkinsHugh BonnevilleMadeleine HarrisSamuel Joslin