Honoring Our Heroes: The Military Families Who Inspire Us

Every now and then, we receive a message that brings our entire mission into sharp focus. One such message came recently from a parent:

“My son has enlisted in the US Navy and contracted to go into Navy SEAL training after basic training. He leaves June 17. I wanted to ask to see if VidAngel could give access to Amazon Prime rental of the movie Warfare. It is based on a true story of Navy SEALs. It was released for rent a short time ago. It would mean a lot to me if I could watch it with my son—using VidAngel filters—before he leaves. Thank you very much.”

This is the heart of VidAngel. Real families. Real stories. Real values.

This customer didn’t ask for a free movie or a shortcut to content. They asked for a way to share a powerful moment with their child, in a format that aligns with their convictions. And that, to us, is sacred.

For Veterans, It’s Not About Escaping

We’ve heard from veterans who use VidAngel not to forget their past, but to manage how they re-encounter it. War films often strive for brutal realism. For someone who’s already lived through it, a film’s “gritty accuracy” can be less cinematic and more triggering. With VidAngel, veterans choose what stays and what goes, so they can honor their own story without being jarred by someone else’s depiction of it.

For Military Families, It’s About Empathy Without the Trauma

We also serve military families who want to understand what their loved ones might be facing, but not at the expense of their emotional well-being. A mother shouldn’t have to witness a hyperrealistic scene just to feel proud of her child’s bravery. A child shouldn’t be exposed to graphic violence in order to understand their dad’s sacrifice. Families deserve the opportunity to watch historical or military-based films in a way that educates, uplifts, and respects their values.

At VidAngel, we believe great stories should be experienced—not endured.

You might be thinking,“It’s just a movie.” But for the men and women who’ve served, and the families who stand beside them, some scenes hit differently.

We could never repay what they’ve given. But if we can help make those stories feel a little more respectful, a little more empowering, and a little less heavy, we’re proud to do that.

Because the impact of military service doesn’t begin and end on the battlefield. It’s in the quiet strength of a spouse holding down the fort. In the pride of a child wearing their parent’s dog tags. The moment a veteran, active military, or military families press play on a war film, they should be able to experience it, not just simply endure it.

To every veteran who carries the weight of their service…
To every active-duty service member living a story of courage right now…
To every family who sacrifices behind the scenes…

We see you. We honor you. And we’re proud to serve you in return by offering a way to watch powerful stories without compromising what matters most.

Because freedom isn’t just something you fight for, it’s something you should feel in the quiet moments of your own home. Especially when you hit “play.”