«Cheburashka 2» - a continuation of the good story about an unusual animal with big ears, crocodile Geno and mischievous old lady Shapoklyak.
The movie turned out to be warm, without cruelty and scary scenes. Bright pictures, catchy songs and a lot of humor - everything that children love. At the same time it is not just entertainment. Through the story, the child learns that friendship is more important than quarrels, and it is natural to help loved ones.
The movie was released in all theaters across the country as a gift for New Year 2026 on January 1.
From what age is it safe to watch?
The official age rating of the cartoon is 6+. But in reality, much depends on the child himself.
Children of 3-4 years old may find the movie boring. Sitting quietly for 80 minutes is a challenge for a toddler. They may not understand some dialogues, get bored in the middle or just get tired of watching for a long time. If you really want to show - it is better to wait until the movie is released online, and watch at home with pauses.
Children of 5-6 years old already sit quietly until the end, empathize with the characters and after the session can tell what they remembered. This is the optimal age to watch «Cheburashka 2» in a movie theater.
Children of 7-10 years old perceive the film on a different level: they understand the humor of Shapoklyak, discuss the actions of the characters, can even notice references to the first part. For them it is a good option for family leisure time without «boring» adult movies.
What is the usefulness of this movie for children?
«Cheburashka 2» is not just a mixture of movie and cartoon for kids, but a little lesson in kindness without moralizing. The child will see for himself:
- How important it is to help your friends, even if it's difficult
- That it's okay to be different.
- How to forgive grudges and become friends again
- That family and loved ones will always help in times of need
On the plus side, the humor here is good. No one laughs at the weaknesses of others, there are no barbed jokes and mockery. Unlike many modern movies for children, where the characters are constantly poking fun at each other, here everything is really warm.
Tips for parents before going to the movies
Wondering whether to watch Cheburashka with your child? Here are a few tips:
- For children under 6 years old, choose morning sessions. It's quieter, less crowded, and it's easier to get out if your child gets bored
- Before the movie, show your child a picture of Cheburashka and briefly introduce him to the character
- Bring a bottle of water and something to snack on
- Sit close to the exit, just in case.
- After the movie, ask, «What did you like best?» - This will give you an idea of how the child felt about the movie
For the little ones, it's better to wait for now. Or watch short Soviet cartoons about Cheburashka at home. They last 10 minutes and are ideal for the first acquaintance with the hero. Or other cartoons in Russian.
Is Cheburashka worth watching? Definitely yes. It's children's movie turned out to be both modern and heartfelt, funny and instructive.
The main thing is to talk to your child after watching. Ask them which character they liked best and why. Such a conversation will be remembered for a long time - much longer than the movie itself movie.
