The Secret of NIMH

A richly drawn, shadowy fairy tale that balances genuine peril and menace with warmth, courage and a sweeping sense of wonder.

Directed by

Don Bluth

Genres

Adventure, Animation, Family

Starring

Elizabeth Hartman, Derek Jacobi, Arthur Malet

Tagline

Right before your eyes, and beyond your wildest dreams.

Overview

A widowed field mouse must move her family -- including an ailing son -- to escape a farmer's plow. Aided by a crow and a pack of superintelligent, escaped lab rats, the brave mother struggles to transplant her home to firmer ground.

How it feels

Dark, earnest, tense and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Survival, family, corruption, loyalty

Content

Mild violence and gore. No sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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