Walt Disney's 101 Dalmatians
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1994
A young couple adopts 15 puppies, but their cruel former employer, Cruella de Vil, wants to make them into a fur coat.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
Cruella de Vil's threats and attempts to capture the puppies are menacing.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Cruella de Vil's menacing presence and pursuit can be scary for younger readers.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story presents a traditional family structure and values.
The villains are portrayed negatively, but no specific religious groups are targeted.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe Dalmatians and their human family show courage in escaping Cruella.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
Pongo and Perdita's love for their puppies is a strong theme.
No themes of grace or repentance are explored.
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