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By Jennifer Borget
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Simple, charming ocean story is fun for preschoolers.
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Curious George: Cape Ahoy
What's the Story?
CURIOUS GEORGE: CAPE AHOY is the latest installment in the popular series that has delighted young kids for decades. This time George travels with Ted (Jeff Bennett) to his favorite vacation destination. The plan was to enjoy some cod fishing and Ted's highly-detailed trip itinerary. Of course, things don't go as planned, and George's playful ways take him on an adventure to find a long-lost legendary shipwreck. With the help of a local fisherman (Christopher Swindle), his niece (Hiromi Dames), and an adorable baby seal, George brings Ted along for an exciting adventure as they explore the ocean in search for the sunken ship. Along the way they save a mother seal and make new friends. Ted learns sometimes it's ok to be flexible, let plans change, and be open to making new adventures instead of reliving old ones.
Is It Any Good?
Curious George: Cape Ahoy is a lively story made to appeal to preschoolers and it surely does. The toe-tapping music and adorable characters George befriends along the way are easy to love and root for. There's also a surprising amount of science facts sprinkled throughout in a way that a child might remember, such as how long whales can hold their breath, and what compressed air is used for.
Though George's excitement and enthusiasm for new things sometimes gets him into trouble, George is apologetic and his loyal friend Ted is patient and quick to forgive. It's a model preschoolers and parents can relate to as they confront new experiences every day.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about a time they've taken a trip. What things went according to plan? What didn't? What does George learn at the beach?
George's curiosity leads him to new unplanned experiences, but Ted likes to schedule things. What do you think made Ted open up to changing his plans?
George and Ted explored the ocean in an underwater vehicle and then outside of a vehicle, scuba diving in wetsuits. Which way would you like to explore the ocean? Why?
Do you think it would be fun to go to a beach and see sea animals? Why or why not?
The pirate book Ted read to George inspired him to explore the ocean. What books inspire you to try something new?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : September 30, 2021
- Cast : Jeff Bennett , Christopher Swindle , Hiromi Dames , Kimberly Brooks , Rita Moreno
- Director : Doug Murphy
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s) , Latino Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Peacock
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Adventures , Friendship , Animals ( Ocean Creatures , Wild Animals ) , STEM
- Character Strengths : Curiosity
- Run time : 90 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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