Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas Is You

2017 • 91 min • Animation · Family

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Synopsis

When young Mariah sees a darling little puppy named "Princess" at the pet store, she suddenly knows exactly what she wants for Christmas. But before her Christmas wish can come true, she must prove that she can dog-sit her uncle's dog, Jack, a scraggly rascal; in fact, the worst dog in the county!

Our family guide

Best from age 4

Movie Knight Score

77 reviews

56 Audience · 77 · 100%

Young Mariah dreams of getting a puppy for Christmas. Before her wish can come true, she must prove herself by taking care of her uncle's mischievous dog, Jack, leading to holiday adventures and lessons in responsibility.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Some slapstick humor involving a dog
Brief moments of peril (e.g., dog chasing a squirrel)

What it models well

Responsibility and caring for pets
Family and holiday spirit
Learning from mistakes

Talk about it after

What it takes to care for a pet
The joy of giving during holidays
Handling challenges with patience

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