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.
Recent Episodes
May 7, 2026
Movie Review: The Sheep Detectives
‘The Sheep Detectives’ is funny and sweet, slapstick and tender, and a whole lot better than spending your evening scrolling through EweTube. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please gi...
May 6, 2026
TV Review: Virgin River
This show has become a sensation on Netflix—and it’s cleaner than some. But before you walk into this small town, know that not everything is fit for families. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In ...
May 5, 2026
SiYP- AI Makes Us Socially Stupid
Sycophantic AI chatbots tend to validate bad behaviors. Read the full blog . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
May 4, 2026
Culture Remix: The Aftermyth
Penelope is perfectly prepared for her time at the myth- and magic-based Anaximander’s Academy. But sometimes plans don’t go to plan. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us yo...
May 3, 2026
Movie Review: GOAT
In ‘GOAT,’ a skinny goat gets a shot at the big leagues. He must build a winning team while trying to keep from being sat on—or eaten. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us y...
April 30, 2026
Movie Review: The Devil Wears Prada 2
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ isn’t as clever or biting as the original, and there’s some harsh language. But for mature viewers, it could be a nostalgic romp. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Revi...
April 29, 2026
TV Review: Young Sherlock
It may suffer from an identity crisis, but Young Sherlock is still much cleaner than other recent interpretations of the iconic detective. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give ...
April 28, 2026
SiYP: Parents Model Digital Literacy
Parental controls can help curb screen time when kids are little, but new research says digital literacy is far more successful over their lifetimes. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, p...
April 27, 2026
Culture Remix: Crimson Desert
This new adventure title feels familiar, strange, ambitious, grinding, beautiful, bloody and foul. All at the same time. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
April 26, 2026
Movie Review: A Dog's Way Home
The human-like doggy hero at this family film's core is easy to care about and root for. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.
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