This is one of those documentaries that sounds completely made up but isn't—a Michigan farmer smuggling rare Pez dispensers from Eastern Europe is objectively hilarious and fascinating. The 100% critic score tells you it's well-made, and the story itself is genuinely entertaining if your family enjoys offbeat, human-interest docs.

That said, this isn't for everyone. If your kids need constant action or have zero interest in collecting culture, they'll be bored. But for families who appreciate quirky entrepreneurship stories, underdog narratives, and learning about niche subcultures, this is a solid pick. It's also a sneaky way to talk about business ethics, risk-taking, and post-Cold War history without feeling like homework.

The 'outlaw' element is candy-dispenser-level harmless, so don't worry about glorifying actual crime. Just be ready to discuss whether bending corporate rules for profit is clever or problematic—because your kid will definitely ask.