Common Sense Media Review
By Tracy Moore
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Uninspired tale of mice who save kingdom focuses on courage.
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A Mouse Tale
What's the Story?
Sebastian (Drake Bell) and Samantha (Miranda Cosgrove) are ordered to find a magic crystal to save Rodencia from evil rats, but first they must learn how to build confidence, slay big monsters, and locate the true source of magic.
Is It Any Good?
This film works as a decent-enough animated tale of adventure for kindergarten-age kids, who won't be too bogged down by the convoluted plot, mediocre animation, and routine characters. There's a little bit of scariness with evil rats and giant monsters, but there are enough nods to excitement, suspense, princesses, bravery, true love, and magic wands that will make up for it. It's not particularly memorable or spectacular, but it is entertaining enough if directed at the right age.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what magic is. Do you believe in magic? What does it look like to you?
Have you ever been nervous about something? What made you feel better? What happened?
What do the two mice learn about bravery from their adventures? When was a time you had to be really brave?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : February 10, 2015
- Cast : Jon Lovitz , Drake Bell , Miranda Cosgrove , Tom Arnold , Jon Heder
- Director : David Bisbano
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Lionsgate
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic ) , Animals , Friendship
- Run time : 88 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : Rated PG for some mild rude language, humor and scary images
- Last updated : October 1, 2025
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