Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that batteries not included is an '80s movie with more iffy content than you may remember. There are some scenes of violence. One includes an arsonist burning down an apartment building. Another scene shows characters threatening others with axes and baseball bats. A character is shown binge-drinking by himself. Profanity includes "goddammit," "bastard," "hell," and son of a bitch." One scene shows a nude painting of a topless woman; bare breasts are on full display. Implied robot sex (bright, blinking lights coming from a shed).

Sexual Content

One scene shows a nude painting of a topless woman; bare breasts are on full display. Implied robot sex (bright, blinking lights coming from a shed). Kissing.

Violence

A gang threatens people with weapons; a character beats up another. An arsonist burns down an apartment building.

Language

More than you might remember: "goddammit," "bastard," "hell," son of a bitch."

Social Behavior

The movie emphasizes the notion of standing up for one's beliefs.

Consumerism

Not applicable

Drugs / Tobacco / Alcohol

A character is shown binge drinking by himself.