Plugged In Entertainment Reviews
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.
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Colorado Springs, CO
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Focus On The Family
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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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English
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Plugged In Focus on the Family Colorado Springs, CO 80995 1-800-232-6459
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Episodes
Movie Review: GOAT
2/13/2026
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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Duration:00:02:00
TV Review: Wonder Man
2/12/2026
For a superhero show, ‘Wonder Man’ is surprisingly light on violence, but a bit heavy on swearing, sexual allusions and meta-Hollywood references.
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Duration:00:01:00
SiYP: Smartphones and Depression
2/11/2026
A study published in Pediatrics found that 12-year-olds who own smartphones are at a higher risk for depression.
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Duration:00:01:00
Culture Remix: Routine
2/10/2026
The challenges found in ‘Routine’ aren’t very routine at all. But this escape room-like game is definitely not for everyone.
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Movie Review: Nuremberg
2/9/2026
‘Nuremberg’ transports moviegoers back to difficult historical truths—but with deeper thoughts on the reality of evil.
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Movie Review: Solo Mio
2/6/2026
‘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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Duration:00:02:00
TV Review: The Copenhagen Test
2/5/2026
‘The Copenhagen Test’ is a spy thriller with an antagonist who can see and hear everything our protagonist sees and hears—including the content issues.
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SiYP: Skinni Tokk
2/4/2026
Thinfluencers” are getting around filters to promote “SkinnyTok” content.
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Culture Remix: ReStart
2/3/2026
Chase fell off his roof and lost his memory of everything. But the experience helped him find a new perspective on living.
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Movie Review: Ella McCoy
2/2/2026
‘Ella McCay’ is a clever political dramedy, but foul language and discussions about a married couple’s sex life make it a bit mature for most teens.
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Movie Review: Arco
1/30/2026
‘Arco’ is a beautifully animated, sweet fantasy story—although the film contains a few moments that might give parents pause.
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Duration:00:02:00
TV Review: Percy Jackson and the Olympians
1/29/2026
Mythological creatures and beliefs come center stage, along with friendship, family and purpose in Disney’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
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SiYP: Chatbots Can be Harmful
1/28/2026
Most AI chatbots fail to respond appropriately to mental health crises.
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Movie Review: Wicked: For Good
1/26/2026
Wicked: For Good’ tells a moving tale of friendship and sacrifice, but the movie’s darkness and magic may not be for the “good” of all.
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Movie Review: Mercy
1/23/2026
Amazon’s ‘Mercy’ offers audiences a dystopian tale with moments of intense violence and some crude language, too.
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TV Review: Man vs. Baby
1/22/2026
Man vs. Baby is a fun, heartwarming romp to enjoy with the whole family — preferably under a mountain of blankets with hot cocoa in hand.
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SiYP- AI Toys Pose Multiple Threats
1/21/2026
A study conducted by the U.S. Public Interest Research Groups revealed that AI toys marketed for kids often aren’t safe for kids.
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Culture Remix: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
1/20/2026
After 18 years, ‘Metroid Prime 4: Beyond’ sends Samus Aran back into action. But the results aren’t always easy.
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Movie Review: Truth & Treason
1/19/2026
Angel Studios’ ‘Truth & Treason’ depicts the true story of a German teen who stood up to Nazi Germany and paid the price.
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Movie Review: I Was a Stranger
1/16/2026
Angel’s ‘I Was a Stranger’ evokes sympathy for refugees escaping horrific conditions by displaying their violent circumstances onscreen.
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