6.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Animation, Family, Fantasy • 1975 • 7 min • Older Kids (7+)
Where the Wild Things Are (1975)
Where the Wild Things Are (1975)
Overview
A young boy named Max who, after dressing in his wolf costume, wreaks such havoc through his household that he is sent to bed without his supper. Max's bedroom undergoes a mysterious transformation into a jungle environment, and he winds up sailing to an island inhabited by malicious beasts known as the "Wild Things." After successfully intimidating the creatures, Max is hailed as the king of the Wild Things and enjoys a playful romp with his subjects. However, he starts to feel lonely and decides to return home, to the Wild Things' dismay. Upon returning to his bedroom, Max discovers a hot supper waiting for him.
Starring Cast
Allen Swift • Peter Schickele
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Viewer Rating
6.5
Overview
A young boy named Max who, after dressing in his wolf costume, wreaks such havoc through his household that he is sent to bed without his supper. Max's bedroom undergoes a mysterious transformation into a jungle environment, and he winds up sailing to an island inhabited by malicious beasts known as the "Wild Things." After successfully intimidating the creatures, Max is hailed as the king of the Wild Things and enjoys a playful romp with his subjects. However, he starts to feel lonely and decides to return home, to the Wild Things' dismay. Upon returning to his bedroom, Max discovers a hot supper waiting for him.
Starring Cast
Allen Swift • Peter Schickele
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
Political: Center
Confidence: High
The film's central narrative explores universal childhood themes of imagination, emotional regulation, and the comfort of home, without engaging with specific political ideologies or societal critiques, leading to a neutral rating.
Diversity: Low
Confidence: High
This animated short film, a direct adaptation of its source material, features traditional casting without explicit DEI-driven choices. The narrative centers on a child's imaginative journey, presenting universal themes without critiquing traditional identities or incorporating explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
LGBTQ: N/A
Confidence: High
This animated short film, based on Maurice Sendak's book, focuses on a young boy's imaginative journey. It does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters, themes, or plot points. Therefore, there is no portrayal to evaluate within the scope of LGBTQ+ representation.
Trans: N/A
Confidence: High
The animated short film "Where the Wild Things Are" (1973) does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative focuses on a young boy's imaginative journey to an island of monsters, with no elements related to gender identity or expression.
Female Combat: N/R
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Gender Swap: No
Confidence: High
The 1975 animated film adapts Maurice Sendak's book. The main character, Max, remains male. The Wild Things' genders were not explicitly defined in the source material, so no gender swap occurs.
Race Swap: No
Confidence: High
The 1975 animated film adapts Maurice Sendak's book. The main character, Max, is depicted consistently with the source material's portrayal of a white child. The Wild Things are non-human creatures, and their depiction does not involve a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.9
6.1
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
More Like This
Leans Traditional
7.0
The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie
(2004)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
8.0
Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town
(1970)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
8.8
Ratatouille
(2007)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
6.8
The Hobbit
(1977)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
6.7
Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman
(2000)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
7.4
Alice in Wonderland
(1951)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
6.7
DuckTales: The Movie - Treasure of the Lost Lamp
(1990)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
7.9
Sleeping Beauty
(1959)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
7.3
The Brave Little Toaster
(1987)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Traditional
6.7
Bedknobs and Broomsticks
(1971)
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
6.6
Barbie Fairytopia: Magic of the Rainbow
(2007)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
7.1
Toto, Lost in New York
(1996)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
7.3
Anastasia
(1997)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
7.5
The Puppetoon Movie
(1987)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Traditional
7.8
Sledgehammer O'Possum - What's Going on Back There?
(1997)
Political: Strong Right
Diversity: Moderate
Leans Traditional
7.1
Scooby-Doo! Pirates Ahoy!
(2006)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
8.4
The Nightmare Before Christmas
(1993)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
8.0
The Secret of NIMH
(1982)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
7.3
Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo
(2010)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Center
7.5
The Powerpuff Girls Rule!!!
(2008)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Female Combat: Yes