Is The Emoji Movie appropriate for children?

# The Emoji Movie - Parental Guide The Emoji Movie is a PG-rated animated comedy safe for most children, with no profanity, violence, or scary content. The lighthearted story follows an emoji learning to fit in, featuring voice acting by T.J. Miller and James Corden. It's a gentle, family-friendly option suitable for younger viewers.

What age is The Emoji Movie suitable for?

Our verdict for The Emoji Movie is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is The Emoji Movie 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

None

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Horror / Scary

None

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2017

Rating

Genre

Animation, Family, Comedy

Synopsis

Gene, a multi-expressional emoji, sets out on a journey to become a normal emoji.

Cast

T.J. Miller

Gene (voice)

James Corden

Hi-5 (voice)

Anna Faris

Jailbreak (voice)

Maya Rudolph

Smiler (voice)

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

High stimulus

This movie features fast-paced animation with bright colors, quick scene changes, and frequent visual gags typical of modern animated films, making it quite stimulating for infants and toddlers.

Stimulus rating reflects pacing, visual complexity, and sensory intensity — factors associated with attention development in children under 3. Learn more

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

With parent

Ages 9–12

Yes

Ages 13+

Yes

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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