Willow (1988) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The evil Queen Bavmorda hunts the newborn princess Elora Danan, a child prophesied to bring about her downfall. When the royal infant is found by Willow, a timid farmer and aspiring sorcerer, he's entrusted with delivering her from evil.
Rated PG • 1988 • 2h 6m
Willow is a fantasy quest with sword fights, sorcery, baby peril, and warlike threat, so the parent decision is less about the basic premise and more about how it uses moderate action, fantasy danger, chases, or scary images, moderate emotional themes around family, identity, responsibility, or belonging. The PG rating is consistent with fantasy violence and peril, and the highest guide categories below show where families are most… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Willow appropriate for kids?
Willow is a fantasy quest with sword fights, sorcery, baby peril, and warlike threat, so the parent decision is less about the basic premise and more about how it uses moderate action, fantasy danger, chases, or scary images, moderate emotional themes around family, identity… Read more — free account
Content severity in Willow
What happens in Willow, moment by moment
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:55 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Willow
Mild romantic interest, flirting, crushes, or brief kissing; no nudity or explicit sexual activity is expected.
Violence and gore in Willow
Moderate action or threat: chases, fights, creature peril, bullying, disaster danger, or weapon moments without graphic gore.
Language in Willow
Mild rude words, insults, teasing, or anxious exclamations appear occasionally. Characters use terms like 'idiot,' 'moron,' and 'shutup' during comedic bickering. The dialogue remains consistent with a PG-rated family adventure, avoiding strong profanity or vulgarity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Willow
No meaningful substance-use content is present within the film. The characters do not engage in smoking or the consumption of illegal drugs. While some communal tavern settings are shown, there is no emphasis on intoxication or alcohol abuse.
Mature themes in Willow
Moderate themes: identity, peer pressure, grief, family conflict, social status, embarrassment, or responsibility.
Scary moments in Willow
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Willow yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willow appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Willow is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Willow is a fantasy quest with sword fights, sorcery, baby peril, and warlike threat, so the parent decision is less about the basic premise and more about how it uses moderate action, fantasy danger, chases, or scary…
What age rating does Willow have?
Willow is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Willow about?
Willow is a fantasy quest with sword fights, sorcery, baby peril, and warlike threat, so the parent decision is less about the basic premise and more about how it uses moderate action, fantasy danger, chases, or scary images, moderate emotional themes around family, identity, responsibility, or belonging. The PG…
Is there sex or nudity in Willow?
Mild romantic interest, flirting, crushes, or brief kissing; no nudity or explicit sexual activity is expected.
How violent is Willow?
Moderate action or threat: chases, fights, creature peril, bullying, disaster danger, or weapon moments without graphic gore.
Is the language in Willow appropriate for kids?
Mild rude words, insults, teasing, or anxious exclamations appear occasionally. Characters use terms like 'idiot,' 'moron,' and 'shutup' during comedic bickering. The dialogue remains consistent with a PG-rated family adventure, avoiding strong profanity or…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Willow?
No meaningful substance-use content is present within the film. The characters do not engage in smoking or the consumption of illegal drugs. While some communal tavern settings are shown, there is no emphasis on intoxication or alcohol abuse.
What mature themes appear in Willow?
Moderate themes: identity, peer pressure, grief, family conflict, social status, embarrassment, or responsibility.
How long is Willow?
Willow runs 126 minutes, directed by Ron Howard, released in 1988.
Where can I read the full Willow parent guide?
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