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'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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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 t...

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....

'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...

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

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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...

'Michael' covers Michael Jackson's rise to superstardom with much more style than substance—and a few content issues, too. Read the fu...

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

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

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

Is this Puss just a boot-marked Shrek prequel? Or is it a tabby of another color? Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plug...

'Panda Plan 2' has a great message about family. But mystical elements, minor language and suggestive moments might give some families &hell...

As you might expect, prepare to see some giant monsters wipe out some tiny humans. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plu...

'Hangtime' centers on professional football punter Michael Turk's chaotic adventures and plain fun experiments. Read the full review . If yo...

Museums have been adding more interactivity to their attractions lately. But nobody's been able to bring Attila the Hun back to life, yet, o...

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

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

Bluey's Quest for the Gold Pen' is perfect for young, first-time gamers. It's sweet, fun and problem free. Read the full review. If you've e...

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

Amazon's 'Mercy' offers audiences a dystopian tale with moments of intense violence and some crude language, too. Read the full review . If...

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. Read the full revie...

Disney's 'BeddyByes' may help parents of little ones start the wind-down process before bedtime. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed li...

Teens are turning to AI for emotional support. Read the full blog . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give us your f...

Young Carter's parents want him to cut back on his screen time. But he's seeing things on those screens: criminal things. Read the full revi...

'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' puts our porous pal right into the nefarious clutches of the Flying Dutchman. Read the full re...

'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. Read the...

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

TikTok's Hot Water Trend Has Some Merits and Blunders Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening to Plugged In Reviews, please give...

'Pokémon Pokopia' is smooth, seamless, friendly and fun. And it's free of that grindy feel of a typical casual life sim. Read the ful...

'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. Read...

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

'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. Read...

Discord wants to make things safer, but at the cost of more information about your kids. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listening...

If you've got a taste for good, creative platforming, then the little froggy hero of 'Big Hops' has a tongue you can borrow. Read the full r...

Anaconda is a comedic take on the 1997 film of the same name, but it constricts audiences with violence and crude language. Read the full re...

Reminders of Him is a sickly mix of the saccharine and sensual—yet another Colleen Hoover adaptation that families may want to avoid....

Oliver Twist's Artful Dodger isn't 13 anymore: He's an adult. And being an adult comes with more grown-up problems. Read the full review . I...

A recent study found that more than a third of boys ages 11 to 17 gambled in the past year. Read the full review . If you've enjoyed listeni...

Jonathan Haidt's 'The Amazing Generation' shares stories, insights and tips designed to help young readers make their own choices about tech...

Chloé Zhao's 'Hamnet' explores what may have shaped William Shakespeare as he crafted the masterpiece tragedy of 'Hamlet.' Read the f...

Pixar's Hoppers encourages viewers to be better stewards of the planet. But the messages (and the comedy) fall a little flat. Read the full...

In Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Paramount+ introduces a new generation of Federation cadets who train to make a positive difference in the...

What rules should I put in place to protect my kids from being threatened, blackmailed, or even trafficked online? Read the full review . If...

xkcd's What If?' offers scientific answers to some of the strangest hypotheticals that people want to know—and with few content issues...

Zootopia 2 has references to some R-rated films, but it's a largely navigable film with nice messages about helping others and celebrating d...

This well-acted pic raises some subtle questions. But there are a few content issues to navigate, too, including alcoholism and some languag...