The movie is educational without being overly didactic. Clever humour peppers the plot and Mr Peabody's genius and language play will delight adults as well as kids.
Historical events and characters are colourfully woven into the plot with accuracy and flair, including portraying how Mona Lisa got her smile or asking whether George Washington really did chop down a cherry tree.
There are also subtle moral lessons in the tale that will appeal to children, such as how to stand up to bullies and what it means to be different - whether you're a geek or a dog.
Anyone who enjoys a good-time travel yarn will also enjoy the pseudo-science of "wormholes" and the space-time continuum, which kids will ponder and debate for hours afterwards.
The makeover of the original cartoon characters includes technological wizardry to satisfy the 21st-century audience, but they still retain their charm.
Like its eponymous characters, Mr Peabody and Sherman is witty, funny and engaging, and is sure to educate and captivate.
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