Mars Needs Moms

Mom needs a little space.

2011 • 88 min • Adventure · Animation · Family

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Synopsis

When Martians suddenly abduct his mom, mischievous Milo rushes to the rescue and discovers why all moms are so special.

Our family guide

Best from age 6

Movie Knight Score

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When Martians kidnap his mom, a young boy named Milo stows away on their spaceship to rescue her. He discovers a secret Martian society that relies on moms to raise their young, learning to appreciate his own mother in the process.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 4/10

Heads up

Martians abduct a human mom
Mild peril during the rescue mission
Some characters are briefly in danger
Themes of separation from a parent

What it models well

Family love and appreciation
Mothers are special
Selflessness and bravery
Importance of communication

Talk about it after

Why Milo took his mom for granted
The sacrifices parents make
How different cultures raise children
The importance of respecting others

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Top billed cast

Director: Simon Wells • Crew: Simon Wells, Wendy Wells

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Reviewer notes

RecommendedTrusted family reviewers
I genuinely enjoyed <em>'Mars Needs Moms'</em>. I like the story it portrays, sure it's nothing extraordinarily great or anything but I feel it hits the intended spots due to the hearty narrative with the main character and his mother. I'd argue the voice cast do good work, principally Dan Fogler as Gribble. Seth Green/Seth Dusky (Milo), Elisabeth Harnois (Ki) and Joan Cusack (Mom) are all fine too.…
r96sk, TMDB Community