Movie

The Empire Strikes Back

1980 • PG

The epic saga continues as Luke Skywalker, in hopes of defeating the evil Galactic Empire, learns the ways of the Jedi from aging master Yoda. But Darth Vader is more determined than ever to capture Luke. Meanwhile, rebel leader Princess Leia, cocky Han Solo, Chewbacca, and droids C-3PO and R2-D2 are thrown into various stages of capture, betrayal and despair.

Content advisory

LGBTQ+ Characters/Relationships

Unrated — There is no notable LGBTQ+ representation among main or significant secondary characters in this film.

Language

mild — The language is very mild, with occasional use of words like 'damn' but no strong profanity.

Mature Themes

moderate — Themes of loss, betrayal, moral conflict, and war are central, including the emotional struggles of characters facing difficult choices and death.

Scary/Intense Content

mild — The movie has some suspenseful and intense moments with dark settings and intimidating villains, which could be mildly scary for young children.

Sexual Content & Nudity

mild — There is mild romantic content portrayed through affectionate gestures and kissing but no sexual situations or nudity.

Substance Use

none — No substance use is shown or referenced in the film.

Violence & Gore

moderate — The movie contains frequent action scenes involving lightsaber duels, spaceship battles, and some instances of injury and death, but these scenes are generally not graphic or gory.