Plugged In Entertainment Reviews

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By: Focus on the Family

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.

SiYP- Deepfakes
Today at 6:10 AM

Laws might make it harder for AI deepfakes to harm innocents, but we should still talk to our kids about potential dangers.

 

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Culture Remix: Koo Koo
Yesterday at 6:10 AM

"Koo Koo’ is a band that makes goofy music sure to get kids dancing—with a couple of minor concerns to think through.

 

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Movie Review: Solo Mio
Last Monday at 6:15 AM

‘Solo Mio’ keeps its heart warm and its nose (mostly) clean. And it reminds us that disappointment can lead to unexpected joy.

 

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Movie Review: The Sheep Detectives
Last Friday at 6:15 AM

‘The Sheep Detectives’ is funny and sweet, slapstick and tender, and a whole lot better than spending your evening scrolling through EweTube.

 

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TV Review: Virgin River
Last Thursday at 6:10 AM

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.

 

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SiYP- AI Makes Us Socially Stupid
05/06/2026

Sycophantic AI chatbots tend to validate bad behaviors.

 

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Culture Remix: The Aftermyth
05/05/2026

Penelope is perfectly prepared for her time at the myth- and magic-based Anaximander’s Academy. But sometimes plans don’t go to plan.

 

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Movie Review: GOAT
05/04/2026

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.

 

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Movie Review: The Devil Wears Prada 2
05/01/2026

‘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.

 

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TV Review: Young Sherlock
04/30/2026

It may suffer from an identity crisis, but Young Sherlock is still much cleaner than other recent interpretations of the iconic detective.

 

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SiYP: Parents Model Digital Literacy
04/29/2026

Parental controls can help curb screen time when kids are little, but new research says digital literacy is far more successful over their lifetimes.

 

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Culture Remix: Crimson Desert
04/28/2026

This new adventure title feels familiar, strange, ambitious, grinding, beautiful, bloody and foul. All at the same time.

 

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Movie Review: A Dog's Way Home
04/27/2026

The human-like doggy hero at this family film's core is easy to care about and root for.

 

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Movie Review: Michael
04/24/2026

‘Michael’ covers Michael Jackson’s rise to superstardom with much more style than substance—and a few content issues, too.

 

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Tv Review: Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord
04/23/2026

‘Maul – Shadow Lord’ is darker than previous animated Star Wars fare. It’s still clean, but it may be best suited for older viewers.

 

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SiYP: Instagram Warns Parents
04/22/2026

If a teenager repeatedly tries to search for terms related to suicide or self harm, Instagram will now notify parents.

 

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Culture Remix: BTS-Arirang
04/21/2026

After a brief hiatus, BTS re-establishes their place in global pop music while doubling down on troublesome relationship habits.

 

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Movie Review: Puss in Boots
04/20/2026

Is this Puss just a boot-marked Shrek prequel? Or is it a tabby of another color?

 

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Movie Review: Panda Plan 2: The Magical Tribe
04/17/2026

‘Panda Plan 2’ has a great message about family. But mystical elements, minor language and suggestive moments might give some families … paws.

 

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TV Review: Monarch: Legacy of Monsters
04/16/2026

As you might expect, prepare to see some giant monsters wipe out some tiny humans.

 

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Culture Remix: Hangtime
04/14/2026

‘Hangtime’ centers on professional football punter Michael Turk’s chaotic adventures and plain fun experiments.

 

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Movie Review: Night at the Museum
04/13/2026

Museums have been adding more interactivity to their attractions lately. But nobody’s been able to bring Attila the Hun back to life, yet, or coax dino bones into playing a game of fetch …

 

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Movie Review: You, Me & Tuscany
04/10/2026

‘You, Me & Tuscany’ comes with some funny moments and positive messages, but its frequent sexual humor makes it a tough dish to stomach.

 

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TV Review: The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins
04/09/2026

The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins’ is a mockumentary speaking to second chances—though audiences may not want to give it a first chance.

 

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SiYP- Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen
04/08/2026

Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen’ is perfect for young, first-time gamers. It’s sweet, fun and problem free.

 

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Culture Remix: Katseye-Beautiful Chaos
04/07/2026

Katseye positions superficial excess at the center of stories where sex, violence, and revenge are the group’s primary messages.

 

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Movie Review: Mercy
04/06/2026

Amazon’s ‘Mercy’ offers audiences a dystopian tale with moments of intense violence and some crude language, too.

 

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Movie Review: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
04/03/2026

Peach, Mario, Luigi and a new dino pal named Yoshi rally to save the day. But it’s family viewers who get the gold coin.

 

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TV Review: BeddyByes
04/02/2026

Disney’s ‘BeddyByes’ may help parents of little ones start the wind-down process before bedtime.

 

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SiYP: Teens Use AI for Emotional Support
04/01/2026

Teens are turning to AI for emotional support.

 

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Culture Remix: Snoop
03/31/2026

Young Carter’s parents want him to cut back on his screen time. But he’s seeing things on those screens: criminal things.

 

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Movie Review: The SpongeBob Movie: The Search for SquarePants
03/30/2026

‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’ puts our porous pal right into the nefarious clutches of the Flying Dutchman.

 

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Movie Review: The Pout-Pout Fish
03/27/2026

‘The Pout-Pout Fish’ encourages us to help others no matter what the cost—and to always look for the good in a bad situation.

 

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TV Review: Marshals
03/26/2026

Kayce Dutton joins the U.S. Marshals in CBS’s ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff series, and the violence and profanity from the original show follow him closely.

 

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SiYP- TikTok Hot Water Trend
03/25/2026

TikTok’s Hot Water Trend Has Some Merits and Blunders

 

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Culture Remix: Pokémon Pokopia
03/24/2026

‘Pokémon Pokopia’ is smooth, seamless, friendly and fun. And it’s free of that grindy feel of a typical casual life sim.

 

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Movie Review: Good Boy
03/23/2026

‘Good Boy’ is an inventive horror flick that takes place from a dog’s perspective. But this film won’t quite be a family’s best friend.

 

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Movie Review: Project Hail Mary
03/20/2026

Project Hail Mary dazzles with its visuals and message on bravery alike, but some content issues may cause chaos on this space mission.

 

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TV Review: The Burbs
03/19/2026

‘The ‘Burbs’ is Peacock’s attempt to adapt the 1989 movie of the same name. But a fresh coat of paint doesn’t hide the content issues.

 

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SiYP - Discord Wants Your ID
03/18/2026

Discord wants to make things safer, but at the cost of more information about your kids.

 

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