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Free Willy
(1993, Rated PG, Family and kids, Starring Jason James Richter)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6. -
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Common Sense says
A wayward boy befriends a moody killer whale.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 6 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Free Willy
Parents need to know that this movie is farfetched, but it's also very enjoyable. Plot complications (like insurance fraud) may be a little complex for many younger viewers. But kids, particularly animal lovers, will want to see this.
Read our full review by Charles Cassady Jr.
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about orca biology and behavior -- you might follow up with some online whale research together. There's also plenty of save the whales stumping, which might excite any budding activists.
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Lives in New JerseyI rate this title on for age 2 and give it- Lives in New JerseyI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- Lives in CaliforniaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
It Made me CRY:(
Free Willy was so sad. It made me cry. It was about a boy who befriended a killer whale. I gave it a 5 star because it was very touching and sad. But if you watch it be shure to cry! :) :(
- Lives in OhioI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- Lives in New YorkI rate this title iffy for age 5 and give it
good
kina sad movie
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