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Is Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi safe for your child?

Age guide

10+

We advise Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi from age 10 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk).

5-8
The combat scenes, particularly those involving Kylo Ren and the First Order, might be too overwhelming for very young viewers.
9-12
Children in this age range can follow the evolving relationships between characters like Rey and Luke, and understand themes of mentorship and disillusionment.
13-15
Teenagers will likely appreciate the film's willingness to challenge established Star Wars tropes and explore more ambiguous character motivations.
16+
Older teens can engage in critical discussions about the film's narrative choices, its impact on the Star Wars canon, and its thematic explorations of failure and legacy.

Rey seeks out Luke Skywalker to learn the ways of the Force, while the Resistance struggles to survive against the relentless pursuit of the First Order. Kylo Ren grapples with his inner conflict between light and dark.

Age guide
10+
Overall risk
4/10
Violence
6/10
Toxic behaviour
2/10
Stranger contact
1/10
Addiction risk
8/10
Language
1/10
Influence
7/10

What parents should know

Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi features significant action and explores complex themes of heroism and failure. Parents should note the intense battle sequences and emotional moments. Discussing the film's challenging of expectations and its messages about learning from the past can be valuable.

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Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi age rating and parents guide: common questions

What age rating is Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi?

Parentwise puts Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi at 10+. We advise Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi from age 10 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 6/10, language 1/10, stranger contact 1/10 and addiction risk 8/10.

Can a 10 year old watch Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi?

Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (10+). Children in this age range can follow the evolving relationships between characters like Rey and Luke, and understand themes of mentorship and disillusionment.

Can a 12 year old watch Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi?

Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (10+). Children in this age range can follow the evolving relationships between characters like Rey and Luke, and understand themes of mentorship and disillusionment.

Can a 13 year old watch Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi?

Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (10+). Teenagers will likely appreciate the film's willingness to challenge established Star Wars tropes and explore more ambiguous character motivations.

Is Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi appropriate for kids?

Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi features significant action and explores complex themes of heroism and failure. Parentwise rates Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi overall as medium risk (4/10), with stranger contact at 1/10 and addiction risk at 8/10.

Is Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi family friendly?

Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. Parents should note the intense battle sequences and emotional moments.

Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi parents guide: what should a parent know first?

Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi features significant action and explores complex themes of heroism and failure. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (1/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (8/10).

Is Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi safe for kids?

We advise Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi from age 10 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Parents should note the intense battle sequences and emotional moments.

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