Is Up appropriate for children?

# Up - Parent Guide This PG-animated adventure follows a grumpy widower and an enthusiastic 8-year-old on a fantastical journey. It's heartwarming and funny with no concerning content—no violence, language, or scary moments. Younger children may find the opening emotional, but overall it's excellent family viewing that appeals to a wide age range.

What age is Up suitable for?

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

Is Up 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

2009

Rating

Genre

Animation, Comedy, Family, Adventure

Synopsis

Carl Fredricksen spent his entire life dreaming of exploring the globe and experiencing life to its fullest. But at age 78, life seems to have passed him by, until a twist of fate (and a persistent 8-year old Wilderness Explorer named Russell) gives him a new lease on life.

Cast

Ed Asner

Carl Fredricksen (voice)

Christopher Plummer

Muntz (voice)

Jordan Nagai

Russell (voice)

Bob Peterson

Dug / Alpha (voice)

Full cast on IMDb ›

Stimulus level

Medium stimulus

Standard animated film pacing with moderately fast scene changes, colorful visuals, and dynamic action sequences that work well for older toddlers but may be overstimulating for infants and very young 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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