A family stranded on an alien planet faces constant, suspenseful dangers while fighting to survive.
Epic. A family watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it is heavy.
Streaming on Netflix.
Nothing past what a TV-PG promises: mild language and a few tense moments.
Our estimate: fine from about 7. Rated TV-PG.
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After crash-landing on an alien planet, the Robinson family fights against all odds to survive and escape. But they're surrounded by hidden dangers.
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
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