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Common Sense Media

Common Sense Media

Movie & TV reviews for parents

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  • Released
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  • September 18, 2023
  • September 17, 2026

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This app provides parents with unbiased reviews and ratings for movies, TV shows, games, apps, and more. It helps families discover safe and age-appropriate content for children by detailing mature themes and positive messages. Users can filter content by age, interests, and streaming services, and create custom watchlists.

✓Content ratings for movies, TV, games, apps, books, podcasts
✓Details on mature and positive content elements
✓Community reviews from parents and kids
✓Filter content by age, interests, and streaming services
✓Customizable watch and read lists
✓Curated collections of media
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Common Sense Media. Based on 8.7K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Entertainment app.

Positive things

  • 👍Helpful for finding appropriate content
  • 🚀Convenient app version of the website
  • 💡Detailed reviews on movies, books, and shows
  • 🔒Trustworthy source for parents

Negative things

  • 🔒Paywall restricts access to basic features
  • 🐛Login issues and app crashes
  • 💰Subscription cost is too high
  • 🤔Inconsistent or inaccurate reviews
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What's New in Common Sense Media

1.17.0

September 17, 2026

A fresh batch of bug fixes served up for the fall season.

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User reviews

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Love it

Common sense video does a great job of steering me in the right direction from a Christian standpoint. Both for my kids and myself.
I really like that it is broken down into categories.
Eyes liftedEyes lifted

So helpful

It is very detailed in the reviews and I use it so often
THEOUTSIDERSKIDTHEOUTSIDERSKID

Over the top

Common sense goes into detail about things but is over the top. For example, they said the dark knight should be for teens over 15+?! No! Much violence but no blood seen, except for two face. Over. The. Top.
Lil_rizzler_2014Lil_rizzler_2014

Great and useful information.

Too bad it’s a subscription service. I guess it costs to “curate” the information, but paying for information just feels wrong.
jeremyjojeremyjo

Greedy non profit

This used to be free for educators, now educators only get a couple free reviews a month.
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Constant log-out issues

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Unreliable login functionality

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Compatibility problems on older devices

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Requested Features

3 requests

Ability to mark content as already viewed

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More customization options for user preferences

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Improved search and recommendation algorithms

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FAQ

What does Common Sense Media do?

Common Sense Media offers unbiased reviews and ratings for a wide range of media, including movies, TV shows, games, apps, books, and podcasts. It's designed to help parents make informed decisions about the content their children consume, focusing on safety and age-appropriateness.

How does the app help me find content for my kids?

The app allows you to filter content based on your child's age, interests, and your family's preferences. You can also filter by streaming services you subscribe to, making it easy to find suitable entertainment for family movie nights or individual viewing.

Is Common Sense Media free to use?

The core features of Common Sense Media, including access to reviews and ratings, are available for free. The app may offer in-app purchases for additional features or content, but the essential guidance remains accessible without cost.

What kind of content information is provided?

The app provides detailed insights into mature content such as sex, nudity, profanity, violence, and drug use, as well as positive elements like role models and diverse representations. This helps parents understand the specific messages and themes present in the media.

Can I save content I want to watch or read later?

Yes, you can create custom watch and read lists within the app. This feature allows you to save movies, TV shows, books, and other media that you're interested in, so you can easily access them later when you're ready to choose your next piece of entertainment.