Rascal

...the masked bandit

1969 • 85 min • Drama · Family

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Synopsis

A comedy filled with tenderness as a baby raccoon snuggles his way into the life of a lonely boy. He becomes the boy's only companion during his father's frequent absences. Because of Rascal, both father and son realize their responsibility to each other

Our family guide

Best from age 6

Movie Knight Score

25 reviews

100 Reviewers · 1 · 69%
60 Audience · 24 · 31%

Based on a true story, this heartwarming tale follows a lonely boy and his pet raccoon, Rascal, who becomes his best friend. Their bond helps the boy and his frequently absent father grow closer and understand their responsibilities to one another.

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

Heads up

Brief instances of danger for the raccoon
Father is often absent

What it models well

Animal companionship
Family bonding
Responsibility
Empathy

Talk about it after

Pet care and responsibility
Dealing with loneliness
The importance of family time
Helping wild animals

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Top billed cast

Director: Norman Tokar • Crew: Harold Swanton

Reviewer notes

RecommendedTrusted family reviewers
Hearty tale. <em>'Rascal'</em> is nothing absolutely incredible, the cast et al. aren't anything to shout about. That doesn't, however, stop it leaving a heartfelt impression due to its story. It's cool following Sterling & Rascal's journey.…
r96sk, TMDB Community