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Plugged In Movie Awards: 2026 Winners
You voted. We debated. And now they’re here: the winners of the 2026 Plugged In Movie Awards!
How Hollywood Twists Faith (VIDEO)
Join Plugged In as we talk about the intersection of spirituality with cinema—the good, the bad and the just plain ugly.
Movie Monday: ‘Hoppers’ Jumps Right to the Top of the Box Office
‘Hoppers’ took the top spot this weekend as it debuted to a flood of money, washing out all of its competition with ease.
On the Radar: Talking About War, Teen Boy Eating Disorders and ChatGPT’s ‘Adult Mode’
How to talk to your teens about war. Eating disorders in teen boys on the rise. ChatGPT’s “adult mode” is delayed, but parents should prep now.
Five Best Anime Movies for Families to Enjoy Together
Anime has become a global phenomenon and a billion-dollar industry. But what are the best anime movie for your family?
INTERVIEW: Comedian Tim Hawkins Talks About Faith, Funny Things and ‘Fist Bump’
Tim Hawkins is a funny guy—so funny, in fact, that he’s been making a living at it for more than 20 years as a comedian.
Movie Monday: ‘Scream 7’ Has a Knife Time at the Box Office
Audiences flocked to watch ‘Scream 7’ this week, giving it an easy win over what little competition it had to (ghost)face.
On the Radar: AI Emotional Support, Anti-Aging Peptides and Instagram’s New Parental Alert Feature
Teens are turning to AI for emotional support. Why are anti-aging peptides trending on social media? Instagram plans to alert parents for suicidal risks in teens.
Vertical Dramas: The Next Big Hollywood Hit?
You’ve heard of short form content. Well, meet the newest rendition of that, in the form of “vertical dramas.”
When Parental Controls Fail: Teaching Your Kids 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.
About Us
Good media discernment is about guarding our eyes and hearts before we watch or listen. And it’s also about grappling with the entertainment we do see or hear. That’s why the Plugged In Blog is devoted to guarding, discussing and grappling. About Plugged In >>