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Discern reads films, series, books and games through a biblical worldview — the philosophy beneath the plot, the grace hidden inside it, the deceptions worth naming, and what families need to know.
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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Underlying worldview
The Chosen
Underlying worldview
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Underlying worldview
Crime and Punishment
Underlying worldview
Twilight
Underlying worldview
Taken
Underlying worldview
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Underlying worldview
Thomas & Friends
Underlying worldview
Paddington 2
Underlying worldview
Every story teaches a view of the world. We name what it is teaching, so you can decide what your family watches, reads and plays.
For young eyes
Children’s media, rated for age
Every title in the children’s library carries the age we would recommend it from, taken from its cautions rather than a ratings board.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
2+Book · 1969
Features natural biological life cycles.
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
2+TV Show · 2006
Features gentle songs and problem solving.
The Wiggles
2+TV Show · 1991
Features gentle music and dancing.
CoComelon
2+TV Show · 2006
Features gentle nursery rhymes.
Peppa Pig
2+TV Show · 2004
Features mild cartoon rudeness.
Thomas & Friends
3+TV Show · 1984
Features industrial settings and train crashes.
Sesame Street
3+TV Show · 1969
Contains puppets and gentle lessons.
Gabby's Dollhouse
3+TV Show · 2021
Features gentle fantasy play and magic.
Green Eggs and Ham
4+Book · 1960
Features mild cartoon stubbornness.
The Grinch
4+Movie · 2018
Features mild mischief and social rudeness.
Cars
4+Movie · 2006
Features cartoon racing action.
Fireman Sam
4+TV Show · 1987
Features rescue scenarios and mild peril.
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A rich picture of providence and sacrificial friendship. The courage of ordinary people against a corrupting power mirrors the biblical call to faithfulness, though the battles are intense for younger viewers.
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