My boys discovered VeggieTales on our streaming service recently, and they’ve become huge fans. When the new release Princess and the Popstar arrived, it was perfect timing for a holiday road trip. We popped the DVD into the van player for the three-hour drive and the movie kept them happily entertained the whole way.
I’m selective about children’s films—many contain content I don’t want my young kids exposed to. VeggieTales is different. It consistently delivers lighthearted entertainment that families can enjoy together, while also weaving in clear, wholesome values grounded in a Christian perspective.
About Princess & the Popstar
Princess Poppyseed’s days on her family’s farm are far removed from the glamorous life of her favorite pop star, Vanna Banana. While Poppyseed milks cows and dreams of performing on stage, Vanna longs for a quieter life away from fame and the pressures of stardom. A chance meeting at a playground reveals that the two look almost identical, and an idea forms: what if they switched lives?
Soon they put their plan into action. Princess Poppyseed is swept into the fast-paced, bright world of pop performance, while Vanna experiences life on the farm, learning the rhythms of a simpler existence. Neither girl finds what she expected. The pop-star lifestyle isn’t as fulfilling as Vanna had imagined, and Poppyseed discovers that fame comes with responsibilities she never anticipated. Throughout their swap, both girls learn an important truth: the life each of them was given suits them in unique ways. They come to appreciate their own gifts and the role they were lovingly created to fill.
Princess and the Popstar balances catchy music, colorful animation, and relatable themes about identity, purpose, and gratefulness. It’s a family-friendly story that encourages children to value who they are rather than longing for someone else’s life.
DVD Bonus Features:
- Audio commentary
- “Astonishing Wigs” Silly Songs Sing-Along
- “Right Where You Belong” Sing-Along
- Behind the music with Francesca Battistelli and friends
- Princess Poppyseed’s Points For Being Uniquely You
If you’re looking for a wholesome gift for a child who loves music, comedy, and positive messages, Princess and the Popstar is a solid choice. The DVD includes fun extras that extend the viewing experience: sing-alongs that invite kids to join in, behind-the-scenes content that highlights the music, and short segments designed to reinforce themes of self-worth and kindness.
Whether for quiet family movie nights, long car rides, or a seasonal gift, this VeggieTales title offers gentle humor and clear moral lessons without the worry that sometimes comes with mainstream children’s entertainment. It’s easy to recommend for parents who want safe, engaging content that still feels fresh and enjoyable for young viewers.
Giveaway
I had one copy of VeggieTales: Princess and the Popstar available to give away. To enter, readers were asked to leave a comment sharing who they would like to receive the DVD and to record their entry in the form provided on the original post. Thank you to everyone who entered and showed interest in sharing this family-friendly title.
