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TRON: Legacy

2010

Sam Flynn, the tech-savvy and daring son of Kevin Flynn, investigates his father's disappearance and is pulled into The Grid. With the help of a mysterious program named Quorra, Sam quests to stop evil dictator Clu from crossing into the real world.

Ages 12+Source checked

Why this age? PG-rated science-fiction action includes repeated peril, combat, crashes, frightening pursuits, deaths and a major self-sacrifice. Sexual content and language are limited, but the intensity and themes suit early teens. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Age guidanceAges 12+
Strongest cautionsDeath of a character 4/5 · Violence 4/5 · Frightening scenes 3/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 4/5 · Creativity & curiosity 4/5
Recommendation3.5/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: death of a character.

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What parents should know

PG-rated science-fiction action includes repeated peril, combat, crashes, frightening pursuits, deaths and a major self-sacrifice. Sexual content and language are limited, but the intensity and themes suit early teens. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ. Courage & resilience; strongest caution: death of a character.

Readiness snapshotAge guidance: 12+Main watch-out: Death of a character 4/5
Recommendation 3.5/5

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Recommended age12+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Violence4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models3/5

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What’s in it?

Products & advertising3/5
Why this rating?

The film is part of a heavily merchandised Disney franchise, with prominent branded promotion and product tie-ins outside the story; in-film advertising is not central.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Characters and digital beings are killed or destroyed, including a heroic sacrifice and destruction of a major setting; loss and sacrifice matter to the story.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Sam bleeds after being injured, but graphic wounds and sustained gore are not central; the film presents mostly digital, stylized damage.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild language; occasional use of light swear words.

Religious themes2/5
Why this rating?

The film explores philosophical and quasi-religious themes regarding creation and sacrifice.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Subtle, non-explicit attraction between Sam and Quorra.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

A dark digital world features capture, dangerous games, high-speed pursuits, threatening machines, and serious peril. The action is tense but not presented as horror.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Includes a scene at a nightclub with characters in stylized, form-fitting outfits, but no sexual activity.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Alcohol is served in a club setting, but not the focus.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Frequent stylized combat, arena fights, weapons, vehicle battles, crashes, betrayal and pursuit; violence is intense but largely fantastical and blood-light.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Facing danger, oppression and loss is central; the protagonists repeatedly take significant risks to rescue one another and protect both worlds.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The film strongly stimulates imagination through its invented digital world, visual design, virtual beings, futuristic vehicles and inventive technology concepts.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Limited in terms of human representation, though the film features a female warrior lead.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental exposure to programming and computer science concepts.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Compassion, loyalty and helping others motivate the protagonists, especially Quorra and Kevin, while Clu's lack of empathy is condemned.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes freedom over control, compassion over perfection, responsible technology, family loyalty and resisting authoritarian power.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Sam, Kevin and Quorra show loyalty, courage and self-sacrifice, though Sam sometimes acts impulsively and disregards warnings.

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