Mr. Peabody, the most accomplished dog in the world, and his mischievous boy Sherman, use their time machine – the WABAC – to go on the most outrageous adventures known to man or dog. But when Sherman takes the WABAC out for a joyride to impress his friend Penny, they accidentally rip a hole in the universe, wreaking havoc on the most important events in world history. Before they forever alter the past, present and future, Mr. Peabody must come to their rescue, ultimately facing the most daunting challenge of any era: figuring out how to be a parent. Together, the time traveling trio will make their mark on history.

Mr. Peabody and Sherman certainly know a thing or two about history. And they themselves are history. They were originally created in the late 1950s for the Peabody’s Improbable History shorts shown on Rocky & His Friends (later The Rocky & Bullwinkle Show). For decades, the two simply drawn characters have entertained us with their flippant look at history, their winking adult asides and their miserably awesome puns.

Peabody’s Improbable History always had a sly sense of fun, but the show’s landmark creativity has turned a tad more crass here. Thankfully, I’m able to say “a tad” instead of “a lot.” Mr. Peabody & Sherman has positive messages about family and friendship. This new WABAC, as it travels to the past, will still trigger smiles in the future.

Run Time: 1 hour 32 minutes
Content Warning: Rated PG

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