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By Jeffrey M. Anderson
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Funny but filthy animated comedy has tons of sex, swearing.
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Sausage Party
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Based on 69 parent reviews
Parents say that this film is far from appropriate for children, with excessive profanity, sexual content, and graphic scenes that shocked many viewers. While some adults enjoyed the humor and animation, the overwhelming consensus is that the movie should be strictly reserved for mature audiences due to its explicit themes and content.
- inappropriate content
- excessive profanity
- not kid-friendly
- mature audience only
- graphic scenes
- distasteful humor
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Based on 190 kid reviews
Kids say that the movie is not suitable for younger viewers due to excessive sexual content, strong language, and violence, leading many to criticize it for being inappropriate despite its animated format. However, some find it funny and entertaining for older teens and adults, suggesting it has its merits, but overall consensus warns against allowing children to watch it.
- inappropriate content
- excessive swearing
- not suitable for kids
- mixed reviews
- funny for adults
- viewer discretion advised
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What's the Story?
In SAUSAGE PARTY, Frank (voiced by Seth Rogen) is a supermarket sausage who looks forward to the day that he and his package pals will be chosen by the gods (i.e. humans) and taken to the Great Beyond, alongside his bun girlfriend, Brenda (Kristen Wiig). Unfortunately, a jar of honey mustard is returned to the store with tales of what really happens on the outside. In the ensuing chaos, Frank, Brenda, a bagel named Sammy (Edward Norton) and a lavash (David Krumholtz) are left stranded across the store. Making their way back to their own shelves, Frank makes a startling discovery: The honey mustard was right. Can the food friends stand up to the god-like giants who wish them harm?
Is It Any Good?
This animated comedy is decidedly not for kids; it's rambunctiously filthy in more ways than one. And while it's not exactly hilarious, it's at least consistently amusing and has a positive attitude. Co-written by Rogen and Evan Goldberg, Sausage Party tells a familiar story, but it does so by using every kind of food joke imaginable, from creative to groan-worthy (as well as jokes about other supermarket items ranging from feminine hygiene products to bathroom tissue).
Often, the jokes simply rely on an overabundance of foul language and sexual innuendo, but many are surprising and worth a laugh. The comedy all-star voice actors are very lively in their performances, even if their characters aren't terribly deep or engaging. The first-class computer animation is swift and colorful, and Alan Menken's music is exhilarating. It's doubtful that this is a movie that will warrant repeat viewings, but it's a "party" worth attending once.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Sausage Party's sexual content. What role does sex play in the movie? How does the movie's comedic tone affect the impact of the scenes involving sex and nudity? Parents, talk to your teens about your own values regarding sex and relationships.
What role do drugs play in the movie? Are they glamorized? Are there real-life consequences? Why is that important?
How violent is the movie? How much gore is shown? What effect does it have? Is it funny? Shocking? Why do you think animated violence often makes us laugh, when the same thing happening in real life would be terrifying?
Frank wants to encourage the food characters to take charge of their lives, while also giving up their faith in the "Great Beyond." Do you see that as a good thing, a bad thing, or a mix of both? Why?
The movie seems to encourage different cultures to work together, yet it also ridicules and stereotypes every culture under the sun. Is that hypocritical?
Movie Details
- In theaters : August 12, 2016
- On DVD or streaming : November 8, 2016
- Cast : Seth Rogen , Kristen Wiig , Edward Norton
- Directors : Greg Tiernan , Conrad Vernon
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Sony Pictures Releasing
- Genre : Comedy
- Run time : 83 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : strong crude sexual content, pervasive language, and drug use
- Last updated : December 11, 2025
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