Sing: Thriller (2024)

Released: 2024-10-15 Recommended age: 8+ IMDb 6.6
Sing: Thriller

Movie details

  • Genres: Animation, Family, Comedy, Music
  • Director: Garth Jennings
  • Main cast: Matthew McConaughey, Tori Kelly, Nick Kroll, Scarlett Johansson, Taron Egerton
  • Country / region: United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2024-10-15

Story overview

This 11-minute animated short features Buster Moon and his animal friends from the popular 'Sing' film series. In this musical adventure, Buster dreams up a spectacular performance set to Michael Jackson's iconic song 'Thriller.' The short combines the familiar characters from the previous films with a Halloween-themed musical number that showcases their singing and dancing talents. It's a brief, family-friendly celebration of music and performance that continues the spirit of the original movies.

Parent Guide

A brief, musical animated short featuring familiar characters in a Halloween-themed performance that emphasizes creativity and teamwork.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
None

No violence or peril depicted.

Scary / disturbing
Mild

The 'Thriller' theme and associated dance sequences might be mildly intense or spooky for very sensitive young viewers, but presented in a cartoonish, musical context.

Language
None

No inappropriate language.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity.

Substance use
None

No substance use depicted.

Emotional intensity
Mild

Mild excitement during musical performances, but generally lighthearted and positive throughout.

Parent tips

This animated short is rated TV-PG, indicating it may contain mild content that some parents might find unsuitable for younger children. The 'Thriller' theme song and associated dance sequences could be mildly intense or spooky for very sensitive viewers, though it's presented in a cartoonish, musical context. At just 11 minutes long, it's a brief viewing experience that maintains the positive messages about creativity, teamwork, and self-expression found in the original 'Sing' films.

Parent chat guide

Before watching, you might discuss how music can tell stories and express emotions, and talk about what makes a good performance. During viewing, you could point out how the characters work together and support each other's talents. Afterward, consider discussing what the characters learned about teamwork and creativity, how music makes us feel, and what makes a performance exciting or memorable. You could also talk about overcoming stage fright or nervousness when performing.

Parent follow-up questions

  • Which animal character did you like best?
  • What was your favorite part of the song?
  • How did the music make you feel?
  • Would you like to dance like the characters?
  • What colors did you see in the movie?
  • What makes a good performance?
  • How do the characters work together?
  • Why is music important in stories?
  • What would you add to their show?
  • How do performers overcome nervousness?
  • How does music enhance storytelling?
  • What makes a performance memorable?
  • How do the characters show teamwork?
  • What creative choices stood out to you?
  • How does this short compare to other musicals?
  • How does this short use music to create mood?
  • What themes about performance does it explore?
  • How does it balance entertainment with artistic expression?
  • What makes Michael Jackson's music timeless?
  • How does animation enhance musical storytelling?

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