When the kids are out of school, the beach and pool are packed, and it’s hot, hot, HOT outside, a movie in your own (air-conditioned) home is the perfect way to beat the heat. The good news is, there are some highly requested movies coming to PureFlix.com July 1st! Does your favorite make the list?

Finding something funny to watch that is also clean can be a challenge. Too often in today’s world, “comedy” is full of curse words, innuendo, and disrespect. For Christians and parents of young children, it can feel like finding comical media is a lost cause. The good news is, there is wholesome family comedy out there, and it is easier to find than you might think.

Some of your favorite Christian movies don’t come from fancy Hollywood studios — instead, movies like “God’s Compass” and now “Extraordinary” were made almost entirely by a student crew. Liberty University’s film program brings talented students together during their junior year to collaboratively work on a feature-length film.

Play ball! If the warmer weather has your kiddos itching to play baseball, these heartwarming movies will hit a home run with the entire family. Sports’ lessons of perseverance, courage, and hard work are clear in these family-friendly movies.

It’s not just in your head, today’s PG rating isn’t your mamma’s PG. What used to be a trusted way to categorize movies as family-friendly (or not) has become, to many parents, an arbitrary and unhelpful label. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “This is rated PG?,” you’re not alone.

Like most faith-based films, “Lucky’s Treasure” was made possible by a group of like-minded talent coming together to make something for God’s glory and audiences’ entertainment. Screenwriter Claire Hutchinson spoke with Pure Flix Insider recently about how this Christian movie came together, and shared her best tips for aspiring screenwriters.

From “Star Trek: Into Darkness” to “God’s Not Dead 2,” Gianna Simone’s career story is one of faith shining brightly in the center of Hollywood. Now, Simone is co-starring in the first-ever Christian sit-com

“13 Reasons Why” quickly rose to fame after its March 2017 release. The series tells the story of Hannah Baker, a teenager who took her own life and leaves behind 13 tapes for the people she deemed responsible for her actions. Upon its release, “13 Reasons Why” was praised by some, but heavily criticized by mental health professionals. 

As a parent, there are probably a handful of kids movies that your kids watch time and time again. They play in the background until you’ve memorized every line and every song. If it’s time to switch it up, here are 13 kids movies you can stream from anywhere:

Summer is here! Time for long days in the sun and lots of family fun. But at the end of the  day, sometimes a movie at home in the air conditioning is exactly what’s needed. Summer movies that the entire family can enjoy can be hard to find.

Two of cinema’s greatest themes: romance and laughter. Combine them and you get romantic comedies, a movie match made in Heaven. The trouble is, most romantic comedies are full of innuendo, crass language, and cheap humor, making them inappropriate for young audiences and families. But why should kids have to miss out on the genuine lessons and laughter that can come from romance and a fun story?

Have you ever felt excited to share something that made you cry from laughing, only to cringe when you realize there’s a swear word or inappropriate joke? You’re not the only one. But while R-rated comedy shows may be cropping up on Netflix and television, audiences seem to increasingly prefer clean comedy Christian Science Monitor correspondent Gloria Goodale attributes this rise to a need for unity:

An annual challenge is fast approaching for families: keeping the kids entertained during the hot summer months without breaking the bank. While camp, vacations, and family outings are certainly awesome additions to any summer break, these activities add up. But family fun doesn’t have to drain your wallet.

Making a movie is full of challenges and unexpected twists, and when that movie is based on a true story, the pressure only increases. That’s what Ben Davies, co-star of “I’m Not Ashamed,” recently spoke about with Pure Flix Insider. The film tells the story of the first victim of the 1999 Columbine High School shooting, Rachel Joy Scott. A welcome focus on the hope and impact of a life well-lived, it is a surprising take on an otherwise tragic event, and a story Davies said he felt convicted to “get right.”

Ever seen a worship band, like Hillsong United, rock out in passionate worship and wonder what it would be like to be up there? Take this exclusive quiz and find out what part you would play in a worship band.