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By Tracy Moore
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Fast-paced, engaging sequel is fun for preschoolers.
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Curious George 3: Back to the Jungle
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Based on 12 parent reviews
Parents say the movie entertains young children but diverges significantly from the gentle style of the original PBS show, featuring a more aggressive portrayal of the characters and focusing on buddy comedy rather than educational content. While some parents appreciate the improved animation and fun elements suitable for slightly older kids, concerns arise about the messages it sends regarding disobedience and the representation of parental authority.
- entertainment value
- character portrayal
- educational focus
- mixed messages
- suitable age
Summarized with AI
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Based on 4 kid reviews
What's the Story?
When Mr. Houston (John Goodman) offers George the chance to travel to space for an important mission to locate an object that will help prevent a problem in the jungle in CURIOUS GEORGE 3: BACK TO THE JUNGLE, he can't refuse. But things soon go haywire, and George must rectify the situation, crash-land, make new friends, and find the loot. Meanwhile, the Man in the Yellow Hat is looking everywhere for him, and everything needs to happen before the big storm hits.
Is It Any Good?
This is an immensely watchable movie that delivers exactly what you're looking for in a Curious George vehicle. Curious George 3: Back to the Jungle has a fast pace, a mildly suspenseful plot, lots of silly pratfalls and goofs, and lots of warm new friendships along the way. Here, George goes outside his typical New York City stomping ground for some space travel, then to the jungle where he becomes acquainted with jungle life.
This is a no-brainer for toddlers and preschoolers, who will find this movie easy to follow and suspenseful enough to stay engaged, with resolutions that are reassuring and positive. The animation and voice work are solid, and the action is well-paced but broken up with a few musical sequences. Additionally, George must encounter new experiences and solve problems in a new way, which gives viewers a window into making new friends and trying new things in situations that might seem scary at first. There's mild suspense but nothing likely to scare sensitive kids.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about movies about space travel like Curious George 3: Back to the Jungle. Why do you think they're so popular? Would you like to travel to outer space? Why, or why not?
Why does George always get into trouble? What could he do to prevent some of these mishaps?
Which looks like more fun, space or the jungle? Why?
George has new experiences and must solve problems in a new way. How do you handle new places and people?
How do the characters in Curious George 3: Back to the Jungle demonstrate curiosity and teamwork? Why are these important character strengths?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : June 23, 2015
- Cast : John Goodman , Angela Bassett
- Director : Phil Weinstein
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s) , Black Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Universal Studios
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Adventures , Book Characters , Friendship , Animals ( Wild Animals )
- Character Strengths : Curiosity , Teamwork
- Run time : 81 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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