‘THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS’

Rating: PG for action and some rude humor.

What it’s about: Everyone wonders what their pets are up to during the day, and this animated movie from the filmmakers behind “Despicable Me” imagines a wild adventure for them.

The kid-attractor factor: Animated comedy with super-cute characters.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Rivals can become the closest allies under pressure; there’s nothing like a bond between an owner and pet; you never know what strength you’re made of.

Violence: Some wild perilous action scenes, chases, bumps, falls and tumbles.

Language: No swearing; a few light-hearted jokes about animal droppings.

Sexuality: Just the crush Gidget has on Max.

Drugs: None, though those pets like to party.

Parents advisory: A truly cute and funny animated treat for kids and families. Some of the more intense action scenes might be a little much for toddlers and very young kids.

‘MIKE AND DAVE NEED WEDDING DATES’

Rating: R for crude sexual content, language throughout, drug use and some graphic nudity.

What it’s about: Brothers Mike and Dave need some dates to their sister’s wedding. They end up with a pair of gals who are more than they bargained for.

The kid-attractor factor: The raunchy sex comedy genre, as well as stars Zac Efron, Adam Devine, Anna Kendrick and Aubrey Plaza.

Good lessons/bad lessons: Take responsibility for mistakes and try to make things right. Also, don’t do drugs the night before your wedding.

Violence: Harmless brotherly scuffles, and one gnarly ATV accident that disfigures the bride.

Language: Lots of swearing, lots of sex talk and other graphic humor.

Sexuality: Aside from all of the sexual references, there are a few different and creative sexual couplings. Several instances of graphic nudity.

Drugs: Yes. Many different kinds of on-screen drug use.

Parents advisory: This one is not appropriate for tweens or younger but lands right down the middle for older teens.