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Mr. Bean's Holiday

(2007, Rated G, Comedy, Starring Rowan Atkinson, Willem Dafoe, Max Baldry)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Slight, slapstick-heavy comedy will amuse kids.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 6 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Mr. Bean's intentions are always good, but his behavior is quite inappropriate at times (which is the whole joke behind the character): He displays bad manners, is inconsiderate of others, and generally causes trouble wherever he lands. He sometimes "borrows" things that don't belong to him, and he doesn't always give them back. In the end, the film has a nice (if not exactly trumpeted) message about helping people and doing the right thing.
  • Violence & scariness:

    Cartoonish, exaggerated slaps, falls, and pratfalls throughout. A suicidal man jumps off a bridge, but no physical injuries are shown on screen. A vicious dog with bared teeth appears suddenly (but briefly). A military attack on unsuspecting villagers is quickly revealed to be part of a movie production.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Mr. Bean has a very innocent crush on Sabine.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    A Sony video camera plays a prominent role in the movie.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Mr. Bean's Holiday

Parents need to know that kids are sure to giggle at Mr. Bean's ridiculous mugging and all of this comic farce's falls, accidents, and treacherous near-misses. Although the movie doesn't have much dialogue (you don't really need it to keep up with Bean's broad humor), what little there is, is mostly in subtitled French (or Russian), which could be tricky for kids who aren't yet proficient readers. And a few moments could be scary (a faux military attack on a quiet village, for instance) if kids aren't good at distinguishing real from imaginary.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the differences between animated violence and cartoonish, live-action violence that features real people in dangerous situations. How do you know when something "violent" is meant to be funny and not scary or real? Why does Mr. Bean get in so much trouble? Does he mean to cause so much damage? How does he feel when he realizes what he's done?

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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages

    perfect for all ages

    I LOVE THIS MOVIE!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is lighthearted and funny. It is good if you just want to relax and have fun.I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!

  2. I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0

    good for smaller kids

    its very funny but bean doesn't talk he just moves around making funny faces but it still pretty funny i recomend the movie for small kids 2 and up

  3. I rate this title iffy for age 5 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    good but mr.bean even though he seems nice and his intetions are good he is not a good role model

    this movie is awsome but mr. Bean isnt really that smart and a lot of the time he does some very stupid and dangerouse things.

  4. I rate this title iffy for age 4 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    6 and up

    GREAT MOVIIIIIEE

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in Maryland
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 4.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Funny

    This movie isn't for all you Americans, it's a European movie!!!!

  6. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Washington
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  7. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in North Carolina
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 1.0

    Just to weird

    this is the WEIRDEST movie ever!! I so do not recomand this for anyone who regrets it!

  8. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 5.0

    One of the Best Bean Movies!

    I like the film as much as the prequel, and as a fan of Mr. Bean myself, the slapstick comedy is worth all the cartoon violence and the bad manners Bean himself does throughout! You gotta see this!

  9. Kid Reviewer Age 9
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title on for age 7 and give it 3.0

    funny

    i laughed so hard at that movie. It wasa so fonny.

  10. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Maine
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 5.0

    Simply Hilarious!

    While I was watching this film I had to hold onto my chair so I wouldn't fall to the floor laughing. Mr. Bean's Holiday is a great movie for any age group. Just by watching the first 5 minutes of this movie I knew that I was going to love this unique character. Even someone with absolutely no sense of humor couldn't see this film without cracking even the smallest of laugh. The movie's hilarious, Mr. Bean is hilarious, I highly recommend this masterpiece!

  11. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 3.0

    Rowan Atkinson returns better than ever.

    "Mr. Bean's Holiday" is a return of a favourite comedy character, Mr. Bean, and kids will love it. It is filled with humour, and they will want to watch it over, and over again. The word "damn" is spoken, but it is spoken in French with subtitles. Unless your toddlers can read, let them watch, too! Fun for everyone! I would rate this movie: G.

  12. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 1.0

  13. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 4.0

    Very funny...

    I really enjoyed this cheery movie, and I laughed during every scene. The story was very cute, and very enjoyable. I think this is a great movie for a family get-together night. No doubt you will laugh your heart outans enjoy the wild rode of mr. Bean's holiday!

  14. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0

    Finally! A funny movie for the WHOLE family!

    This movie has got to be the best family comedy made in a long time. Everyone in my family was laughing hysterically throughout the movie. Parents should note, however, that this movie pushes the G rating. There were some mildly intense scenes including the suicidal man jumping into the river. No actual violence was shown on-screen, though. On some DVD players, the word "damn" is shown in a subtitle twice when the Russian boy (Max Baldry) curses in French. In theatres, "darn" appeared on the screen. Besides those issues, I truly feel this was a wholesome comedy for the whole family. I definitely recommend this movie!

  15. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in North Carolina
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 2.0

    Good for a G movie.

    It was pretty funny for being rated G. There's not really that much more to say about it though...

  16. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 2.0

    not worth wtching. ihad about 4 or 5 laughs

  17. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    I never felt so wonderful after leaving this movie!

    This movie was one of the most clean and entertaining movie I have ever seen. My husband and I enjoyed it greatly! It was a blessing and a breath of fresh air!

  18. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

  19. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 1.0

    silly ole mr. bean

    Mr. bean is silly.

  20. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    This is so funny!

    This is a funny movie.

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