The Land Before Time IV: Journey Through the Mists

1996 • 74 min • Adventure · Animation · Comedy · Family

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Synopsis

Littlefoot’s grandfather falls gravely ill, and the only hope for his recovery is the "Golden Night Flower" found in the treacherous Land of the Mists. Along with his loyal friends, Littlefoot embarks on a journey to retrieve the cure, joined by a shy newcomer named Ali, a long-necked dinosaur from a migrating herd. As they navigate the foggy, swamp-filled terrain, they are hunted by a pair of predators—a sharp-eyed bird and a massive crocodile—and must overcome their mistrust of the unfamiliar environment.

Our family guide

Best from age 4

Movie Knight Score

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Littlefoot's grandpa falls ill, prompting a quest into the mysterious Land of Mists for a healing flower. Joined by a new friend, Ali, Littlefoot and his pals face new environments and predator dangers to save his beloved family member.

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

Heads up

Chases and peril from natural predators.
Some sad moments when a loved one is sick.
Characters sometimes argue or disagree.

What it models well

Helping family and friends
Overcoming prejudice and fear
Bravery in the face of danger

Talk about it after

Why helping others sometimes means stepping out of your comfort zone.
How new friendships can broaden your understanding of the world.
The importance of listening to and trusting your instincts.

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Top billed cast

Director: Roy Allen Smith • Crew: Dev Ross

Reviewer notes

Not recommendedTrusted family reviewers
Kind of weird to loop back on the xenophobia allegory when we've already done that in this series, but whatever. Better than the last one entry in the series. (EDIT: Little did I know we'd be doing it again and again and again and again an-) _Final rating:★★ - Had some things that appeal to me, but a poor finished product._
Gimly, TMDB Community