Is Merv appropriate for children?

# Merv - Parental Guide This PG romantic comedy follows two exes who must cooperate to help their depressed dog feel better. While it contains no violence or harsh language, there is some moderate sexual content that may prompt questions from younger children. It's best suited for ages 10 and up.

What age is Merv suitable for?

Our verdict for Merv is: Use caution. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Merv safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Mild

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

Moderate

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Horror / Scary

None

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2025

Rating

Genre

Comedy, Romance

Synopsis

When their beloved dog Merv loses his spark after their split, Anna and Russ are forced into the world's most awkward co-parenting arrangement. Hoping to shake Merv out of his funk, Russ takes him to Florida for a much-needed getaway-only for Anna to show up unexpectedly. As Merv slowly gets his groove back, turns out fixing their dog's broken heart may lead to a few sparks of their own.

Cast

Zooey Deschanel

Anna Finch

Charlie Cox

Russ Owens

Gus

Merv

Ellyn Jameson

Jocelyn Bentley

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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