Arco is a 2025 France/USA animated sci-fi fantasy from writer-director Ugo Bienvenu. The screenplay is by Bienvenu and Félix de Givry.
Voice cast (French/intl.) includes Oscar Tresanini, Margot Ringard Oldra, Alma Jodorowsky, Swann Arlaud, Vincent Macaigne, and Louis Garrel; the English dub features talent such as Natalie Portman, Will Ferrell, America Ferrera, Flea, Mark Ruffalo, and Andy Samberg.
The story follows Arco, a boy from a distant future who accidentally falls into 2075 and befriends Iris and her robot caretaker while trying to get home, amid gentle environmental themes. US distribution is by NEON (France: Diaphana), with France releasing Oct 22, 2025, and US select theaters Nov 14, 2025.
Arco Age Rating
The MPA rates Arco PG for “action/peril, mild thematic elements and a brief injury image.” It includes sequences of mild chase or danger, a short non-graphic injury moment, and gentle eco/“future vs. present” ideas that younger viewers can follow. There’s no graphic violence, sexual content, or intense horror. Tone is adventurous and warm, with a few suspenseful beats that resolve quickly.
Violence & Peril
- Level: Mild.
- Details: Time-travel mishap, brief falls, chases, and moments where children are at risk; danger is stylized and non-gory. One brief injury image is noted by the MPA. The atmosphere can get tense but stays family-friendly.
Language
- Level: Minimal to none reported in festival/trailer materials; any strong profanity is unlikely in a PG family release.
Mature Themes
- Topics: Friendship, separation, stewardship of the planet, and balancing future tech with present-day consequences. Themes are handled gently for kids.
Is Arco Suitable for Kids?
Ages 5–7: With Guidance. The visuals and premise delight, but mild peril and a brief injury image may worry sensitive kids. Sit nearby to reassure.
Ages 8–12: Yes. Ideal age group: clear stakes, hopeful tone, and accessible sci-fi ideas without heavy intensity.
Ages 13+: Yes. Entertaining, with thematic depth about caring for the future world.
Bottom line: Recommended for most families; pre-teach sensitive kids about “tense but safe” adventure moments.
What Parents Can Do
Set expectations: Explain that danger scenes are brief and non-graphic; the heroes rely on teamwork and problem-solving.
Discuss themes: Afterward, ask what Iris learns about helping others and how small choices can protect our planet.
Explore creativity: The art style draws from classic retro-futurism—invite kids to draw their own “rainbow time-suits.”
Official Trailer
FAQs
1) What is the official age rating for Arco?
Arco is rated PG for action/peril, mild thematic elements, and a brief injury image.
2) Is Arco appropriate for kids and tweens?
Yes for most 8+, and fine for 5–7 with guidance due to mild peril; there’s no graphic content.
3) How scary or intense are the scenes?
Tension comes from chases, falls, and time-travel danger. It’s short, stylized, and resolves safely.
4) Any sexual content, nudity, or substance use?
None indicated in ratings or reputable synopses. The focus is friendship and adventure.
5) Where and when can we watch it?
France: Oct 22, 2025 (Diaphana). US: Nov 14, 2025, in select theaters via NEON; streaming not announced yet. ARCO – Festival de Cannes