Plugged In Entertainment Reviews

Take a minute to hear a family-friendly review of the hottest movie, YouTube video, streaming series, video game, or new technology to help you decide if it’s a good choice for your kids and family. Hosted by Focus on the Family’s media and culture analysts, these reviews for parents offer a fresh Christian perspective on entertainment from a Biblical worldview.

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May 27, 2026

Movie Review: Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85

While Netflix says that the animated ‘Stranger Things: Tales From ’85’ is a kinder, gentler sort of ‘Stranger Things’ show, that hardly makes it kind or gentle. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In...

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May 26, 2026

SiYP- Australia’s Social Media Ban Not Working

Australia banned social media for kids under 16. But 61% of Australian teens still have access to one or more accounts. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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May 25, 2026

Culture Remix: Pragmata

‘Pragmata’ surprises with its emotional father-daughter storyline. But trigger-pulling peril and foul language will keep younger players ducking. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, pleas...

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May 24, 2026

Movie Review: Title: Reminders of Him

‘Reminders of Him’ is a sickly mix of the saccharine and sensual—yet another Colleen Hoover adaptation that families may want to avoid. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us ...

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May 21, 2026

Movie Review: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu

‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ feels like an old Ray Harryhausen creature feature. ‘Course, all those beasties come with teeth, and the movie does, too. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, p...

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May 19, 2026

SiYP- Parents Model Screen Use

If you feel like you’re always battling your child over screens, here’s a surprising truth: one of the strongest predictors of a child’s screen use is YOUR screen use. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plu...

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May 18, 2026

Culture Remix: Mumford & Sons-Prizefighter

Mumford & Sons’ long-wrought journey continues a commitment to vulnerability, encouraging listeners to explore their despair to eventually find hope. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, p...

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May 17, 2026

Movie Review: Avatar: Fire and Ash

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ feels much like what we’ve seen before, only more. But that more will leave family viewers feeling burned. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your f...

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May 14, 2026

Movie Review: Remarkably Bright Creatures

Netflix’s ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ has some lovely messages, but it blunders through a lot of foul language. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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May 13, 2026

TV Review: Sesame Street

The opening song asks how one might get to ‘Sesame Street,’ and we’ll help you decide whether or not you should go. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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