TOM AND JERRY: THE MOVIE
An entertaining animated adventure about friendship, teamwork, and family.
Should You Watch It?
Tom and Jerry: The Movie turns the familiar cat-and-mouse chase into a bigger adventure. When their home is demolished, Tom and Jerry must navigate the streets, make unexpected friends, and help Robyn as she searches for her missing father.
The film offers plenty of adventure and humor for all ages. It also carries clear messages about friendship, teamwork, family togetherness, and the unhappiness that follows when love of money overtakes love for people.
With a G rating, positive family themes, and only cartoon slapstick violence, this is an easy choice for a family looking for light animated entertainment. Take the trip if you want a colorful, musical adventure with a warm-hearted message.
The Story
NO SPOILERS — WE KEEP THE SURPRISESAfter classic chases between Tom and Jerry, a wrecking ball destroys their home and sends them onto the streets. There, they meet new friends and are encouraged to set aside their differences.
They also befriend Robyn, a girl who has left her Aunt Figg while searching for her missing father. Soon, Robyn, Tom, and Jerry are swept into an adventure pursued by Aunt Figg and her cronies.
Is It Any Good?
Four stars means this film succeeds as entertaining family filmmaking. It captures the Tom and Jerry feel of the 1940s in a contemporary setting, with brilliant backgrounds and color, excellent pacing, superb effects, and a terrific soundtrack.
The animated adventure also provides humor for all ages while incorporating friendship, teamwork, and family themes. The soundtrack was put together by Oscar winners Henry Mancini and Leslie Bricusse, adding musical polish to an already lively production.
The Worldview
The film presents a biblical message of good triumphing over evil. It exalts friendship, teamwork, family togetherness, and the decision to value people over money.
Its warning about the love of money is especially clear: pursuing wealth at the expense of friends and family leads to unhappiness. The film’s moral vision is simple and positive, emphasizing relationships, cooperation, and family rather than selfish gain.
That message aligns with Jesus’ warning, “You cannot serve God and money” (Matthew 6:24).
The Content Guide
The specifics — spoilers included by nature — so you can judge for your own family.
Content Summary
A biblical message of good triumphing over evil with positive messages of friendship, teamwork, and the importance of family togetherness. The film warns that the love of money is the road to unhappiness. Some cartoon, slapstick violence.
Talk About It
Questions for the drive home, the dinner table, or the youth group.
Tom and Jerry are encouraged to set aside their differences and become friends. What does it look like to pursue peace when you disagree?
Romans 12:18 · Ephesians 4:32The film highlights teamwork. When has working with others helped you accomplish something you could not do alone?
Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 · 1 Corinthians 12:12–14Why can love of money lead to unhappiness? What should come before possessions?
Matthew 6:24 · 1 Timothy 6:6–8The story emphasizes the importance of family togetherness. How can your family show love and care for one another this week?
Colossians 3:12–14 · Galatians 6:10The Final Word
Bright, fast-moving, and full of family-friendly adventure, Tom and Jerry: The Movie pairs classic humor with messages worth carrying home. Its celebration of friendship, teamwork, and family makes it a strong choice for viewers of all ages. WORTH THE TRIP.
