2019
WISE Score
A sentient spork has existential crises so your kids don't have to.
Forky Asks A Question is the gold standard for 'filler' content. Instead of mindless noise, Pixar delivered ten tiny masterpieces that mirror the way kids actually think—confused, literal, and endlessly curious.
It’s the perfect tool for transitions. If you need to buy four minutes to get shoes on or finish a phone call, this is the highest-quality way to do it. It’s wholesome, hilarious, and manages to be educational without the 'educational' label making it feel like homework.
Perfect for the 3-to-7 crowd who are in their 'Why?' phase, but the writing is sharp enough that older siblings and parents will actually laugh along.
It captures the innocent, chaotic curiosity of a toddler through a sentient spork. The tone is consistently kind, and the interactions between Forky and the veteran Toy Story cast are sweet and supportive.
The premise—using a character literally made of trash to explore the biggest concepts in the universe—is peak Pixar. It encourages kids to look at everyday objects with a sense of wonder and creative possibility.
There is zero 'watch-out' content here. No violence, no language, no scary themes. It is one of the safest pieces of media in the Disney+ catalog.
While short, it introduces complex ideas like 'What is time?' and 'What is love?' in a way that respects a child's intelligence. It’s a great bridge for parents to start real conversations.
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