Movie

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

2001 • PG-13

Young hobbit Frodo Baggins, after inheriting a mysterious ring from his uncle Bilbo, must leave his home in order to keep it from falling into the hands of its evil creator. Along the way, a fellowship is formed to protect the ringbearer and make sure that the ring arrives at its final destination: Mt. Doom, the only place where it can be destroyed.

Content advisory

LGBTQ+ Characters/Relationships

Unrated — There is no explicit or notable LGBTQ+ representation or storyline in the film.

Language

mild — Language is very mild, with only occasional uses of mild swear words like 'damn' or 'hell.' There is no strong or offensive language present.

Mature Themes

moderate — The movie explores themes of sacrifice, friendship, good vs. evil, and the burden of responsibility, along with the threat of death and war.

Scary/Intense Content

moderate — There are several dark and intense scenes featuring shadowy creatures, suspenseful chases, and eerie environments that may be frightening to younger children.

Sexual Content & Nudity

none — There is no sexual content or romantic scenes in this film, focusing instead on adventure and friendship.

Substance Use

none — There is no depiction or mention of substance use in this movie.

Violence & Gore

moderate — The film contains fantasy battles, sword fights, and some scenes featuring injury and death, but these are not shown in graphic detail. Overall, the violence is intense at times but suitable for older children and teens.