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Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie

1997

The legendary Power Rangers must stop the evil space pirate Divatox from releasing the powerful Maligore from his volcanic imprisonment on the island of Muranthias, where only the kindly wizard Lerigot has the key to release him. The hope of victory lies in the Ranger's incredible new Turbo powers and powerful Turbo Zords.

Ages 8+Source checked

Why this age? PG fantasy action includes repeated fights, abductions, peril, magical possession, a sacrifice, frightening villains, and a demon-like creature, though violence is stylized and heroes prevail. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age8+

Strongest cautions

  • Violence4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Products & advertising3/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Products & advertising3/5
Why this rating?

The film is a branded Power Rangers franchise entry built around new powers, vehicles, costumes, and toys, though the story itself is not an advertisement.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

A nephew is sacrificed to revive Maligore, but the treatment is fantastical and the film does not center on realistic bereavement.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

No significant gore or graphic detail shown.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild language consistent with a family-rated adventure.

Religious themes2/5
Why this rating?

Island natives worship Maligore as a god, and the plot uses sacrifice and supernatural ritual imagery in a fictional setting.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Divatox seeks to marry Maligore, but romance is a minor comic-villain element rather than a central storyline.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Kidnappings, captivity, possession, a demon-like villain, sacrifice, a volcano and peril at sea create sustained fantasy tension, but the campy PG superhero tone limits intensity.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

No sexual content or significant innuendo.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Frequent superhero fights, martial-arts combat, captures, attacks, destruction, and giant-robot battle; violence is stylized and largely consequence-free.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The Rangers repeatedly face villains, captivity, possession, dangerous travel, and a volcanic final battle to protect others.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Magic, alien worlds, portals, pirates, transforming powers, giant Turbo Zords and inventive rescue plans provide abundant imaginative adventure.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

The film features a diverse cast of Rangers representing different backgrounds.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Characters support the youth shelter, protect Lerigot and his family, rescue captives, and cooperate against a shared threat.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Teamwork, courage, loyalty, protecting vulnerable people, and resisting evil are strongly emphasized; cooperation helps defeat the threat.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The Rangers protect others, rescue captives, work together, and accept responsibility; their heroic behavior is clear despite campy action.

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