A green grump tries to steal Christmas, but a little girl's kindness brings heartwarming, wholesome cheer.
Feel-good, with big broad humor. A family watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.
Streaming on Peacock.
No surprises for a PG: mild language and nothing scary.
Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated PG.
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The Grinch decides to rob Whoville of Christmas - but a dash of kindness from little Cindy Lou Who and her family may be enough to melt his heart...
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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