The Willoughbys

PGUnited States rating20201h 32mAdventure, Animation, Comedy
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PG US
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Four siblings must navigate a strange world and find a new way to live together after their parents leave them behind. They find an unexpected mentor in a kind nanny who helps them navigate their new reality. It is a quirky tale about finding your own kind of family.

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What's in it

Scary
Some
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
Mild
Sad themes
Strong
Pace
Moderate
The film follows a standard feature film structure with steady pacing and moments of calm between the adventure sequences. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.ScaryThe children travel through several dangerous locations and face freezing temperatures in the mountains.
  • Approx.SomeThe children are briefly separated and placed in different foster homes.

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  1. 1How did the siblings show courage when they had to take care of each other?
  2. 2What did you think about the difference between the original parents and the new family they found?
  3. 3Why do you think it was important for the siblings to stick together?

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