Question 1

What age is Troll appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Movie Knight rates Troll (1986) best from about age 10. A family moves into a new apartment, only to discover a mischievous troll has taken over their young daughter. This troll plans to create an army to conquer the world, but a mysterious neighbor holds the key to stopping him. It's a quirky fantasy horror film with practical effects.

Question 2

What is Troll rated?

Accepted Answer

Troll (1986) 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 Troll?

Accepted Answer

Some fantasy violence and monster attacks; Moments of suspense and peril; Creature transformations can be unsettling. Violence is mild, language is mild, scary moments are moderate, romance or sensuality is none to speak of, and substance use is none to speak of.

Question 4

What are the positive themes in Troll?

Accepted Answer

Family bonds; Courage; Good vs. evil.

Question 5

What can families talk about after watching Troll?

Accepted Answer

Practical effects in old movies; What makes someone truly scary?; The importance of helping others.

Question 6

Where can I watch Troll?

Accepted Answer

Troll (1986) is available on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, MGM Plus Amazon Channel, Google Play Movies, Sky Store. Movie Knight links straight to each option on the title page.

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