In this film you will be captivated by the beautiful scenery, and it is a fun western to boot. You and your older children can enjoy this film together and you can use it as a teaching tool for friendships and how they blossom. The film incorporates the important themes of honor, trust and integrity. The young ranger learns to help the cook, despite being jealous of him in the past. The film does contain some card playing for money, cigar smoking and some alcohol is consumed. However, overall it is a wholesome film and we award “The Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky” the Dove “Family-Approved” Seal for family-friendly viewing.