Paul Blart: Mall Cop

Safety never takes a holiday.

2009 • 91 min • Action · Adventure · Comedy · Family

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Synopsis

When a shopping mall is taken over by a gang of organized crooks, it's up to a mild-mannered security guard to save the day.

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Best from age 7

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When a New Jersey mall is seized by criminals, an earnest but accident-prone security guard must overcome his fears and save the day. He uses his quirky skills and knowledge of the mall to outsmart the gang and rescue hostages.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 1/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 2/10

Heads up

Slapstick falls and mild injuries
Characters held hostage
Some rude humor

What it models well

Perseverance and determination
Using unique skills to help others
Everyday heroes can make a difference

Talk about it after

What makes someone a hero?
The importance of honesty and integrity
Why it's important to take your job seriously

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Top billed cast

Director: Steve Carr • Crew: Kevin James, Nick Bakay

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Blundering, but well-meaning mall cop tries to be John McClane (“Die Hard”) An affable mall officer in New Jersey (Kevin James) takes his job seriously while taking care of his daughter and pursuing a cute kiosk attendant (Jayma Mays). When the mall is taken over by a gang of organized thugs, can Paul Blart rise to the challenge?…
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