Raising PAW Patrol movie 2026: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
PAW Patrol movie 2026: the new film is PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie, released in US and Canadian theaters on August 14, 2026. It's rated PG in the US, parental guidance suggested with no age limit, for mild action/peril. The UK's BBFC rates it U, and Germany's FSK rates it 0. Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit, lists it for ages 6 and up.
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie at a glance
- –Official rating above age 7
MPA: PG; BBFC: U; FSK: 0 - –Violence in rating descriptors
MPA: mild action only - –Scary content in rating descriptors
MPA: mild peril; BBFC: very mild threat - –Bad language in rating descriptors
BBFC: very mild language only - –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: 0
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.
| Type | Animated movie (2026), the third based on the preschool series PAW Patrol source |
|---|---|
| US (MPA) | PG (parental guidance suggested; no age limit) — mild action/peril source |
| UK (BBFC) | U (universal; suitable for all) — very mild threat, language source |
| Germany (FSK) | 0 (no age restriction), per CineStar; in German theaters from August 6, 2026 source |
| Release date | US and Canada theaters: August 14, 2026 source |
| Common Sense Media | 6+ — many tense rescues; big, loud dinosaurs |
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 PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie is about
It's the third PAW Patrol film, after The Movie (2021) and The Mighty Movie (2023), directed by Cal Brunker. According to Common Sense Media, Ryder (voiced by Henry Bolan) and the pups find an island full of dinosaurs that draws both curious scientists and selfish fortune hunters. The voice cast includes Mckenna Grace, Terry Crews, Jennifer Hudson, Paris Hilton, and Snoop Dogg.
PAW Patrol movie 2026 rating: what's in it
Short answer: PG in the US, U in the UK, 0 in Germany.
- US (MPA): PG, for mild action/peril.
- UK (BBFC): U, for very mild threat and language.
- Germany (FSK): 0, per CineStar.
The BBFC describes dynamite explosions, a man hitting an animal so that it falls down a cliff, and a volcanic eruption with characters escaping a river, with a reassuring outcome. Language is limited to "butt." Common Sense Media says it's more intense than earlier PAW Patrol films, with river rapids, a dinosaur stampede, and a boat fire.
PAW Patrol movie 2026 release date
Short answer: August 14, 2026, in US and Canadian theaters.
It came out in Germany on August 6, per CineStar. More about the series in our PAW Patrol guide.
Why young kids know PAW Patrol
It's based on a preschool TV series. Common Sense Media notes tons of merchandise tie-ins, including apparel.
The habit kids may copy: "I'm so clumsy"
According to Common Sense Media, Marshall is quick to find fault with himself and berates himself for being clumsy.
Try tonight: "not yet"
When something spills or falls tonight, swap "I'm so clumsy" for: "I can't do it yet. Let's try again." Say it about yourself first. In our program, this is the lesson "Not Yet": the trying matters.
Who makes it: Paramount Animation. See what its other titles teach in the Kids' Media Publisher Index.
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FAQ
What is the new PAW Patrol movie in 2026?
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie, released in US and Canadian theaters on August 14, 2026.
What is PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie rated?
PG in the US for mild action/peril. It's U in the UK and 0 in Germany.
Is PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie scary?
The BBFC lists very mild threat with reassuring outcomes. Common Sense Media notes many tense rescues and big, loud dinosaurs.
How long is PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie?
About 88 minutes, according to the BBFC.
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