At MOVIEGUIDE®, we celebrate the power of storytelling to uplift and inspire. The MOVIEGUIDE® Awards recognize the best in faith-driven and family-friendly entertainment – movies and TV programs reflecting moral integrity, true spiritual depth and redemptive storytelling.

 

MOVIEGUIDE® proudly presents the Teddy Award®, also known as the Teddy Bear Awards®, to honor entertainment that uplifts, inspires and reinforces faith-driven, family-friendly values.

The Epiphany Prizes® for

Inspiring Movies & TV

The Epiphany Prize® honors movies and TV programs that are not only entertaining but also are spiritually uplifting, redemptive and morally inspiring. Using MOVIEGUIDE®’s criteria, judges evaluate productions based on storytelling quality, moral depth and their ability to increase the audience’s love and understanding of the One True Triune God. These awards encourage the creation of faith-driven content that inspires audiences toward real spiritual growth.

Best Movies & TV for

Mature Audiences

Honoring exceptional movies for mature audiences that uphold strong moral and redemptive themes. While some nominees explore complex subjects, they inspire and uplift through meaningful storytelling. Caution is advised for certain content, but these awards highlight the importance of high-quality, faith-filled cinema for mature viewers.

Faith & Freedom Awards®

The Faith & Freedom Award® celebrates movies that uphold Traditional American Values, including faith, liberty, religious freedom, and personal responsibility. These productions inspire through compelling storytelling that reflects biblical and patriotic ideals, encouraging support for uplifting, faith-centered entertainment.

The Kairos Prize®

The Kairos Prize® is awarded to screenwriters whose scripts promote moral wisdom, faith, and uplifting values through exceptional storytelling. This prestigious prize encourages writers to craft compelling, uplifting narratives that have the potential to inspire and transform audiences. The Kairos Prize® seeks to cultivate screenplays that not only entertain but also convey deeper spiritual truths, fostering a culture of redemptive storytelling in the film industry.

The Epiphany Prizes® for

Inspiring Movies & TV

The Epiphany Prize® honors movies and TV programs that are not only entertaining but also are spiritually uplifting, redemptive and morally inspiring. Using MOVIEGUIDE®’s criteria, judges evaluate productions based on storytelling quality, moral depth and their ability to increase the audience’s love and understanding of the One True Triune God. These awards encourage the creation of faith-driven content that inspires audiences toward real spiritual growth.

Grace Awards®

– Most Inspiring Acting

The Grace Awards® honor actors who bring God’s grace, love and redemption to life through powerful, faith-driven performances. These awards recognize authentic portrayals that uplift audiences and convey deep moral and faith-filled spiritual themes.
Winners inspire people and society through stories of redemption, courage and faith, reminding us of God’s presence. By celebrating these performances, we encourage more storytelling that reflects truth,goodness and God’s grace in entertainment.

Movieguide® Testimonials

Dick Cook - Former head of Disney
"You, Mr. Baehr, are a rock. When confronted with decisions of what to do or not do, what to option or not to option…I can’t tell you how many times I think of you and ask myself…’What would Ted do?’ or ‘What would Ted think about this?’"

Dolly Parton
"I'm so blessed and thankful for a great cast, producers, director, and for everyone who watched and I'm extremely thankful to the Movieguide® Awards for this honor"

Terry Crews
"I love what this whole award show stands for, It’s about family. It’s about fun. It’s about movies and entertainment"

Jeffrey Katzenberg, Co-Founder & CEO of DreamWorks Animation
"As you know we have talked many times over the course of making the movie and, beside being a great adventure, I think it was, in many ways, a very emotional, rewarding and spiritual experience for all the people involved in making it. You have been incredibly helpful to us and I hope you take some pride in the movie. PRINCE OF EGYPT is a better movie for your efforts"

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