Students are expected to watch the movie-of-the-week at home before class. These movies will generally be available on one of the various streaming sites, and can often be found on DVD at a local library.

Each movie will be family-friendly in content (rated G or PG). There may be occasional tense moments or serious themes. Parents are encouraged to check out each movie through Common Sense Media or IMDB to be sure that the movie is appropriate for their learner and aligns with their family's viewing standards.