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Steven Universe: The Movie

2019

Two years after bringing peace to the galaxy, Steven Universe sees his past come back to haunt him in the form of a deranged Gem who wants to destroy the Earth.

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? PG-rated animated fantasy with repeated cartoon peril, threats to destroy Earth, mind-reset themes, and intense abandonment grief. Violence is stylized and bloodless, while the emotional themes may suit older elementary viewers with guidance. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • LGBTQIA characters4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity5/5
  • Kindness & empathy5/5
  • Positive messages5/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Part of a larger franchise with merchandise, but not inherently promoting commercial goods.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Spinel threatens to kill Steven and all life, and the injector could kill Earth’s life, but the main characters survive and no on-screen death is described.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild exclamations only; no profanity.

LGBTQIA characters4/5
Why this rating?

Features prominent same-sex relationships among the main characters (Ruby/Sapphire, Pearl).

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Romantic and affectionate relationships are present through Steven’s family and friends, Garnet’s relationship, and the film’s themes of love and belonging.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Threats to destroy Earth, toxic contamination, endangered civilians, memory loss, and a frightening antagonist create sustained but stylized tension.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Repeated cartoon combat includes a scythe attack, characters being poofed, an injector-related battle, collapsing scaffolding, and a final destructive confrontation.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters show emotional bravery by facing personal history and apologizing for past hurt.

Creativity & curiosity5/5
Why this rating?

Highly imaginative musical storytelling and world-building.

Diverse representation4/5
Why this rating?

Represents a diverse range of personality types, gender non-conformity, and relationship dynamics.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Addresses complex emotional regulation and communication skills.

Kindness & empathy5/5
Why this rating?

Kindness and empathy are the central tools used to resolve the conflict.

Positive messages5/5
Why this rating?

Strong positive messages about growth, forgiveness, healing from trauma, and acceptance.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Steven and his friends show empathy, persistence, responsibility, and willingness to repair harm, though characters also make mistakes and act impulsively.

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  1. What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
  2. How are identity and relationships presented, and how do they shape the characters’ experiences?
  3. Which choice in Steven Universe: The Movie would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Steven Universe: The Movie, and what caused that change?
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