Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story depicts a gritty, high-stakes military mission led by Jyn Erso to steal the Death Star plans. Rated PG-13 for its intense war-like violence, the film captures a more somber tone than…

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story depicts a gritty, high-stakes military mission led by Jyn Erso to steal the Death Star plans. Rated PG-13 for its intense war-like violence, the film captures a more somber tone than traditional Star Wars entries, featuring significant character casualties and themes of sacrifice. Parents…

There is no sexual content or nudity in this film.

The film features moderate, frequent sci-fi violence, including laser blaster combat, explosions, and melee fights. Characters are seen being shot, falling from heights, and perishing in ship battles or planetary destruction. While there is no gore, the body…

There is no profanity in this film.

There is no substance use in this film.

The narrative centers on war, rebellion, and inevitable sacrifice. Themes of grief, parental abandonment, and the moral ambiguity of "doing the wrong thing for the right cause" are persistent throughout the story.

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story runs 133 minutes, directed by Gareth Edwards, released in 2016.

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