Question 1

What age is The Shadow appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates The Shadow (1994) best from about age 11. Based on the classic comic strip, a mysterious hero with mind-clouding powers fights his archenemy, Shiwan Khan, who threatens New York City with an atomic bomb. The Shadow uses his abilities and gadgets to stop the villain.

Question 2

What is The Shadow rated?

Accepted Answer

The Shadow (1994) is rated PG-13. Movie Knight only lists family-appropriate titles, so nothing rated R or above appears on the site.

Question 3

Is there anything to watch out for in The Shadow?

Accepted Answer

Action sequences with gunfire and explosions; Some characters are hypnotized or threatened; Moderate cigar smoking and references to opium. Violence is moderate, language is mild, scary moments are moderate, romance or sensuality is mild, and substance use is mild.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in The Shadow?

Accepted Answer

Courage in the face of evil; Using unique abilities for good; The importance of justice.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching The Shadow?

Accepted Answer

What makes a hero?; The responsibility that comes with power; Dealing with fear and uncertainty.

Question 6

Where can I watch The Shadow?

Accepted Answer

The Shadow (1994) is available on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, YouTube. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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