By Movieguide® Staff
33rd Annual Movieguide® Awards Continue Rise as Trusted Authority for Millions of American Families
- Millions of Americans rely on Movieguide® as a trusted source for family-friendly entertainment decisions
- Airing March 5 at 8 PM ET on Great American Family, with streaming on Great American Pure Flix
- Parents uses the Movieguide® app to guide what their families watch
Los Angeles, CA (February 26, 2026) – Movieguide®, the nation’s leading family movie and television review service, continues to strengthen its role as a trusted authority in entertainment as the 33rd Annual Movieguide® Faith & Values Awards prepares to air nationwide on Great American Family and GFam+ on March 5 at 8 PM ET, with streaming availability on Great American Pure Flix.
At a time when audiences face an overwhelming number of content choices, Movieguide® has become a trusted resource for millions of American families seeking clear, values-based guidance. Its mobile app is widely used by parents to help determine what their families watch, making it a consistent part of household decision-making.
That trust has elevated the Movieguide® Faith & Values Awards into one of the most influential platforms in entertainment. The annual broadcast reflects what audiences are actively seeking, stories rooted in faith, family, and positive values, and continues to signal a broader shift oward purpose-driven storytelling that resonates across generations.
Founded in 1979 by Dr. Ted Baehr, Movieguide® was created to give families reliable insight into the moral and spiritual content of films and television. Over time, it has grown into a respected voice within both Hollywood and the faith community. Its annual awards gala, held this year on February 6 at the Avalon Theatre in Hollywood, brings together filmmakers, actors, and industry leaders to recognize storytelling that highlights faith, redemption, heroism, and strong role models.
Unlike traditional awards shows, the Movieguide® Awards are closely aligned with audience behavior, honoring content that families are choosing to watch and support. The program offers a viewing experience centered on inspiration and shared values, making it one of the few awards broadcasts designed for families to watch together.
Nominees for the 33rd Annual Movieguide® Faith & Values Awards include:
BEST FAMILY MOVIES
• THE CHOSEN: THE LAST SUPPER–PART TWO: Episode 5.3
• THE CHRISTMAS RING
• DAVID
• THE LAST RODEO
• THE SENIOR
BEST MATURE AUDIENCE MOVIES
• BAU: ARTIST AT WAR
• THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS
• MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING
• SARAH’S OIL
• SUPERMAN
BEST FAMILY TELEVISION/STREAMING
• CROSSROAD SPRINGS Episode 1.6 “Sunrise and Still Water”
• MAN VS BABY: Episodes 1.1–1.4
• TIMELESS TIDINGS OF JOY
• WHEN CALLS THE HEART: Episode 12.2
• WHEN HOPE CALLS (2025): “A New Beginning” and “So Long, Not Goodbye”
BEST MATURE AUDIENCE TELEVISION/STREAMING
• BOSTON BLUE: Episode 1.8 “In the Name of the Father, and of the Son…”
• NCIS: Episode 23.7 “God Only Knows”
• HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208 “The Truth Revealed”
• MARTIN SCORSESE PRESENTS: THE SAINTS: “Peter”
• RUTH & BOAZ
BEST MOVIES FOR CHILDREN
• THE KING OF KINGS (2025)
• LIGHT OF THE WORLD
• LILO & STITCH (2025)
• PADDINGTON IN PERU
• ZOOTOPIA 2
EPIPHANY PRIZE MOVIES
• THE CHOSEN: THE LAST SUPPER–PART TWO: Episode 5.3
• THE CHRISTMAS RING
• DAVID
• THE KING OF KINGS (2025)
• LIGHT OF THE WORLD
EPIPHANY PRIZE TELEVISION
• THE CHOSEN ADVENTURES: Episodes 1.1–1.6
• A CHRISTMAS PRAYER
• HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208 “The Truth Revealed”
• MAN VS BABY: Episodes 1.1–1.4
• WHEN CALLS THE HEART: Episode 12.2
FAITH & FREEDOM AWARD MOVIES
• BAU: ARTIST AT WAR
• THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS
• MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING
• PADDINGTON IN PERU
• SARAH’S OIL
FAITH & FREEDOM AWARD TELEVISION
• BOSTON BLUE: Episode 1.8 “In the Name of the Father, and of the Son…”
• THE CHRISTMAS SPARK
• COUNTY RESCUE: Episode 2.5 “Hot Water”
• HOUSE OF DAVID: Episode 208 “The Truth Revealed”
• WHEN HOPE CALLS (2025): “A New Beginning” and “So Long, Not Goodbye”
ALETHEIA: BEST DOCUMENTARY PRIZE
• THE CASE FOR MIRACLES
• DUDE PERFECT: THE HERO TOUR
• INVESTIGATING THE SUPERNATURAL: MIRACLES
• KEVIN COSTNER PRESENTS: THE FIRST CHRISTMAS
• MEARS: HOW ONE WOMAN CHANGED CHRISTIANITY
BEST TELEVISION/STREAMING FOR CHILDREN
• BUILDER BROTHERS DREAM FACTORY: Episodes 1.1–1.6
• DOT CONNER: WEBTECTIVE
• THE CHOSEN ADVENTURES: Episodes 1.1–1.6
• TEAM MEKBOTS ANIMAL RESCUE: Episodes 2.1–2.4
• DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE LAST STRAW
As the March 5 broadcast approaches, the Movieguide® Awards continues to stand as both a trusted guide for audiences and a clear measure of what matters most—entertainment that not only performs, but reflects the values families are actively seeking.
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