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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June 30, 2026

Culture Remix: Kane Pixels

If you get lost in the Backrooms, you might find some unsavory things waiting for you. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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June 25, 2026

Movie Review: Supergirl

A drunken Supergirl in a ‘Mad Max’-like battle. Not exactly truth, justice and the American way. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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June 24, 2026

TV Review: Kevin

‘Kevin’ is another entry in a long line of adult animation that substitutes vulgarity for comedy, and it’s predictably worth avoiding. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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June 23, 2026

Culture Remix: fern

YouTube channel fern creates impressive, in-depth documentaries. But many of its topics are too mature for younger audiences. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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June 23, 2026

SiYP: UK to Implement a Social Media Ban

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a total social media ban for children under the age of 16 that could be implemented in early 2027. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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June 21, 2026

Movie Review: Oceans Eleven

If Hollywood had an All-Star Game, it would be this movie. It’s a new multistar vehicle about a team of con men set to take on Vegas. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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June 18, 2026

Movie Review: Toy Story 5

Playtime faces off against screen time in ‘Toy Story 5.’ The film is mostly clean, but a potty-training device makes for a few unnecessary double entendres. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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June 17, 2026

Movie Review: My Brother the Minotaur

‘My Brother the Minotaur’ is a preteen mystery with a lot of heart—though viewers should note it finds its roots in Irish mythology. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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June 16, 2026

SiYP: Social Media Pressure

44% of teens say they feel pressured to be online and more than half say they feel left out if they’re not. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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June 15, 2026

Culture Remix: MOUSE: P.I. For Hire

MOUSE: P.I. For Hire’ looks fantastic, but it’s got some mess in its black-and-white bits. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your feedback.

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