The Rankin/Bass Production of The Return of the King
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1980
This is an adaptation of the animated film based on J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings,' focusing on the journey to destroy the One Ring.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this adaptation.
Features significant battles, Orcs, and peril for the characters.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance use is depicted.
Characters face despair and temptation to give up.
Features frightening creatures like Orcs and Nazgûl.
The One Ring has corrupting, almost magical power.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Promotes themes of good versus evil and fate.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFrodo and Sam show immense courage and perseverance.
Themes of hope and enduring good are present.
Deep loyalty and friendship are central between Frodo and Sam.
Characters show mercy to Gollum, with mixed results.
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