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By Danny Brogan
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Light scares and mild threat in jungle-set threequel.
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Paddington in Peru
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 26 parent reviews
Parents say the movie offers a mix of humor and family-friendly themes, appealing to both adults and children, though some found it not as strong as previous installments. However, several reviews highlighted notable violent and intense scenes that may be disturbing for younger viewers, making it important for parents to assess suitability based on their child's sensitivity.
- humor
- family themes
- intense scenes
- varied opinions
- parental guidance
Summarized with AI
Summarized with AI
Based on 11 kid reviews
Kids say the movie offers a fun and heartwarming adventure suitable for younger audiences, featuring great humor and memorable characters. However, some viewers found it disappointing and noted that it lacks the quality and charm of earlier installments, with critiques focusing on some inappropriate content and predictable storytelling.
- fun adventure
- disappointing sequel
- suitable for kids
- predictable plot
- humor for all
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What's the Story?
In PADDINGTON IN PERU, the lovable bear and the Brown family travel to South America to visit Aunt Lucy (voiced by Imelda Staunton), only to find that she's gone missing. With the help of riverboat captain Hunter Cabot (Antonio Banderas), Paddington (Ben Whishaw) and the Browns set out to find her but come to realize that not everything is as it seems.
Is It Any Good?
This is the third film in this delightful Paddington franchise, all based on the popular children's books by British author Michael Bond. Paddington in Peru retains much of the charm of its predecessors, with Whishaw once again voicing the lovable, marmalade-obsessed bear. But there are some notable changes. Emily Mortimer replaces Sally Hawkins as Mrs. Brown, and while she does a fine job, younger kids familiar with the first two films may notice the switch. But the biggest change is the setting. While the previous films were rooted in London—Paddington's adopted home and the backdrop of Bond's original stories—this time he returns to Peru in search of his dear Aunt Lucy. This change allows for more adventure—Paddington and the Browns take a boat ride down the Amazon and trek through the jungle—but it also means he's no longer the fish out of water (or bear out of the jungle) that he was before. As a result, the film leans less on the slapstick humor that fans love. While Paddington in Peru doesn't quite reach the heights of Paddington 2—the strongest of the three Paddington films so far—it's still a worthy addition to a family-friendly franchise that continues to delight audiences of all ages.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the levels of threat and violence in Paddington in Peru. Did you find it too intense or scary? How much "scary stuff" can young kids handle?
Which characters showed courage and perseverance? Why are these such important character strengths to have? Can you give any real-life examples when you've demonstrated any of these?
Have you seen the other two Paddington movies? How did this one compare? Did taking Paddington out of London and putting him in Peru change the feel of the movie? Why, or why not?
Movie Details
- In theaters : February 14, 2025
- On DVD or streaming : April 1, 2025
- Cast : Ben Whishaw , Hugh Bonneville , Emily Mortimer , Olivia Colman
- Director : Dougal Wilson
- Inclusion Information : Gay Movie Actor(s) , Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Sony Pictures Releasing
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Adventures , Book Characters , Animals ( Wild Animals )
- Character Strengths : Courage , Perseverance
- Run time : 106 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : action, mild rude humor and some thematic elements
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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