Hoppers rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know

• –Official rating above age 7
  MPA: PG; BBFC: U; FSK: 6
• –Violence in rating descriptors
  No violence descriptor (MPA: action/peril)
• ✓Scary content in rating descriptors
  MPA: peril, some scary images
• –Bad language in rating descriptors
  MPA: only mild language
• –Sexual content, drugs, or alcohol in rating descriptors
  None in MPA or BBFC descriptors
• –Rated 12 or higher in the UK or Germany
  BBFC: U; FSK: 6

Each flag is a yes-or-no fact from the sources on this page. The number is a count of flags, not a safety score. How we count. Rating reasons marked mild, very mild, or brief don't count.

Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?

Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.

What Hoppers is about

Hoppers is an animated film from Pixar, directed by Daniel Chong. Mabel, an animal lover (voiced by Piper Curda), finds a secret experiment that lets her move her mind into a robotic beaver, and she uses it to try to save a local glade from developers. The cast also includes Bobby Moynihan and Jon Hamm.

Hoppers rating: what's in it

Short answer: It's PG in the US, U in the UK, and 6 in Germany.

• US (MPA): PG, for action/peril, some scary images, and mild language.
• UK (BBFC): U, for very mild threat, violence, upsetting scenes, rude humour, and language.
• Germany (FSK): 6, per CineStar.

The BBFC describes a vengeful insect that turns into a robotic villain; later his face is ripped off, showing a scary mechanical skull. There are chases, vehicle crashes, and animals comically eating other animals. Upsetting scenes involve bereavement. Language is limited to words like "God" and "jerk." Common Sense Media lists 8+ and mentions creepy scenes.

Hoppers release date

Short answer: Hoppers came out in US and UK theaters on March 6, 2026, and in Germany on March 5.

It opened at No. 1 with about $88 million worldwide in its first weekend, according to Variety.

The habit kids may copy: acting first

According to the BBFC, a well-meaning schoolgirl bites a teacher's arm while trying to rescue classroom pets, and the film shows her behavior as wrong. Caring about something can make you jump straight to action.

Try tonight: think, then rescue

Pick a pretend rescue: a toy stuck under the couch. Before your child dives in, ask: "What are two ways to save it? Which one is better?" In our program, this is the lesson "Wisdom": thinking before deciding.

What is Hoppers rated?

In the US, Hoppers is rated PG (parental guidance suggested, no age limit) for action/peril, some scary images, and mild language. It's U in the UK and 6 in Germany.

When did Hoppers come out?

Hoppers was released in US and UK theaters on March 6, 2026, and in Germany on March 5, 2026.

Is Hoppers scary?

The MPA lists some scary images and the BBFC lists very mild threat, including a villain whose face is ripped off to show a mechanical skull. Common Sense Media mentions creepy scenes and scares.

What age is Hoppers for?

The MPA rates it PG, with no age limit; the BBFC rates it U, suitable for all; Germany's FSK rates it 6. Common Sense Media lists 8+.

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