Futurama: Into the Wild Green Yonder

Movie review by Joly Herman, Common Sense Media
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Common Sense says

age 15+

Tongue-in-cheek humor keeps this sci-fi cartoon popping.

NR 2009 89 minutes
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Parents say

age 15+

Based on 2 reviews

Kids say

age 12+

Based on 13 reviews

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A Lot or a Little?

The parents' guide to what's in this movie.

What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that this movie is filled with things that Futurama is known for: lots of crude jokes, pop references, silly gags, mild profanity, sexual references, and social commentary. Just because it's animated doesn't mean it's for kids, so be aware of the adult content before popping it in the DVD player for Family Movie Night.

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The bestttty
The bestttty Adult
January 23, 2021
age 16+

Amazingly funny

It’s a great show with multiple sexual references, violence, nudity, drugs, foul language and alcohol. It’s not for young teens but I 100 percent recommend it to anyone over 16. I absolutely adore it.

This title has:

Great messages
Too much violence
Too much sex
Too much swearing
Too much consumerism
Too much drinking/drugs/smoking
ohya
ohya Adult
August 18, 2010
age 13+
if it had a MPAA rating,it would be this: PG-13 For sexual content and language.

This title has:

Too much sex
Too much swearing
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What's the Story?

Welcome to Mars Vegas, where developer Leo Wong is focused on destroying all ecosystems so that he can build his mini-golf empire. Leela (Katey Sagal) is offended by his indifference to Mother Nature, and she joins a group of eco-feminists who are determined to undermine his plan. Meanwhile, Fry (Billy West) has discovered a sudden ability to read others' thoughts and is adopted by a secret society of unlikely heroes who are determined to save the universe from destruction. Bender (John Di Maggio) falls for a mobster's wife and wreaks his usual havoc.

Is It Any Good?

While there are some laugh-out-loud moments, FUTURAMA: INTO THE WILD GREEN YONDER is also offensive. But, that's the point. It's bawdy, undeterred by political correctness, and it's fun. There's plenty of the sassiness and bite that fans of Futurama have come to expect. Mature teens will enjoy the colorful adventures of the crew, as well as cameos by Snoop Dogg and Penn Jillette. Overall this is a raunchy, funny DVD that will please fans of the hit TV series; it's just not for younger kids.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about where we are headed in terms of our own ecosystem in the 21st century. Yes, this cartoon is a fantasy, but what rings true? What really happens when new hotels, malls, and golf courses are built?

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