The Little Bear Movie
Parents say
Based on 1 review
Common Sense is a nonprofit organization. Your purchase helps us remain independent and ad-free.
Did we miss something on diversity?
Research shows a connection between kids' healthy self-esteem and positive portrayals in media. That's why we've added a new "Diverse Representations" section to our reviews that will be rolling out on an ongoing basis. You can help us help kids by suggesting a diversity update.
Suggest an Update
A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this movie.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that the plot of The Little Bear Movie centers around a bear named Cub who is separated from his parents during a dangerous storm. Though the film is overwhelmingly positive and sweet, there's some menace in a few key scenes that involve a mountain lion named Trouble who intimidates and means to eat the animals.
Community Reviews
Report this review
What's the Story?
When Little Bear (voiced by Kristin Fairlie) and his father go camping, he meets a lost bear named Cub (voiced by Kyle Fairlie). Fast friends, they set out on adventure that includes learning about each other's natural habitats, making friends with Little Bear's clan, including Duck, Owl, and Cat, following their imaginations, and looking for Cub's parents.
Is It Any Good?
The Little Bear Movie, based on the TV series Little Bear, is such remarkably gentle, positive programming for children that it feels like an anomaly. Fit for any preschooler, and likely to incite a little nostalgia for organic, free-range play in adults, the film is slower-paced and practically quaint in its simple desire to show the budding friendship between a civilized bear and a wild bear, and the abiding respect they foster for each other's ways of life along the way.
Kids will enjoy the sweet friendships, the silly foxes, and the outdoor adventure. Parents will like the attention paid to the dangers of the outdoors, the free-spirited play driven by imagination and a cardboard box, and the family-friendly themes.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what it's like to camp out in the wilderness. What can you do to prepare? How can you make sure you're safe and respectful among the animals who call the wilderness home?
Go online to learn more about bears in their natural habitat, and what humans do to preserve their numbers in the wild.
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming: June 3, 2003
- Cast: Kristin Fairlie, Kyle Fairlie, Max Morrow
- Director: Raymond Jafelice
- Studio: Paramount Pictures
- Genre: Family and Kids
- Topics: Friendship, Great Boy Role Models, Great Girl Role Models, Wild Animals
- Character Strengths: Courage
- Run time: 75 minutes
- MPAA rating: G
- Last updated: May 26, 2022
Our Editors Recommend
-
Winnie the Pooh
Adorable big-screen Pooh adaptation is short and sweet.
-
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Remains faithful to A. A. Milne's beloved classic stories.
-
Curious George Swings into Spring
Friendly monkey's escapades teach tots about nature.
For kids who love animals
Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners.
See how we rate