Content that may disturb children

Under 5
In addition to the violent scenes mentioned above, Paddington 2 has some scenes that could scare or disturb children under five years. For example:

• As a baby bear, Paddington is caught in a river and almost falls off a waterfall. Aunt Lucy saves him at the last minute.
• There is a robbery at the antique store, and Paddington has a chase scene with the robber. Paddington almost falls in the river.
• Paddington is arrested for a robbery he didn’t commit and sent to gaol. He’s shown sad and alone in a cell. Some of the other prisoners initially look a bit scary, but they turn out to be friendly.
• Paddington and his friends escape prison, and Paddington goes on the run from the police.
• The Brown family chase after Paddington and Phoenix in a steam train. Some scenes are a bit scary, including when Paddington tries to climb between two trains and almost hits a wall.
• Paddington gets stuck in a train carriage in the water and begins to drown. Mary Brown tries to save him but she can’t. There is a moment where the audience thinks that Paddington might die, but then at the last minute he’s saved. 

From 5-8
Children in this age group might be disturbed or scared by the scenes mentioned above.

From 8-13
Nothing of concern

Over 13
Nothing of concern

Sexual references

Paddington 2 has some sexual references. For example:

• Paddington asks one of his neighbours how her date went.
• Two neighbours look at each other fondly and then move in together.
• Judy is upset because her boyfriend dumped her.
• A security guard says that a nun (Phoenix dressed as a woman) is the most attractive and beautiful women he has ever seen.
• A female character says ‘nice buns’. She’s talking about bread rolls, but Phoenix thinks she means his bottom. 

Alcohol, drugs and other substances

Nothing of concern

Nudity and sexual activity

Paddington 2 has some suggested nudity. For example, Paddington cleans windows with his bottom.

Product placement

There’s no product placement of concern in this movie, but it’s part of the Paddington Bear franchise. There’s plenty of merchandise associated with this franchise marketed to children.

Coarse language

Paddington 2 has some insults and name-calling.

Ideas to discuss with your children

Paddington 2 is a comic mystery adventure that’s sure to delight adults and children. This humorous movie reminds us to be kind and try to see the best in people.

Because the movie has some scary and violent scenes, it isn’t recommended for children under 5 years, and we recommend parental guidance for children aged 5-8 years.

Values in this movie that you could reinforce with your children include kindness, bravery, optimism and teamwork.

This movie could also give you the chance to talk with your children about what happens when you use violence to solve problems.