THE LOST MEDALLION: THE ADVENTURES OF BILLY STONE
God cares about every child in this heartfelt family adventure.
Should You Watch It?
This is a wonderful family film with genuine heart, exciting action, and a clear Christian message. Its central lesson is simple and valuable: every person is created with a purpose, and people can accomplish great things when they work together.
The movie gives children biblical lessons without overstating its message. Its polished production and young actors' strong presence make this a standout family adventure, while the story's affirmation that God has a purpose and plan for every child gives it lasting warmth.
Take the whole family, with one qualification: very young children may find the evil warlord frightening.
The Story
NO SPOILERS — WE KEEP THE SURPRISESBilly and Allie, two 13-year-old friends, search for a long-lost medallion with magical powers. Their quest leads them into danger, and the medallion sends them back in time to the beginning of its story.
In a strange land ruled by an evil warlord, Billy and Allie must rely on new friends and learn to work together if they hope to return home.
Is It Any Good?
Four stars means this is an excellent family adventure. The film is action-packed, and the young actors have strong onscreen presence that carries much of the movie. The production quality is top notch and leagues ahead of other movies in the Christian family market.
The story also has a lot of heart. It delivers its central message naturally, offering biblical lessons for children without becoming heavy-handed. The result is an exciting, polished film that the whole family can enjoy.
The Worldview
The film presents a strong Christian and biblical worldview. It teaches that God has a plan and cares for every child's life. Children learn to be selfless and work together, while a father learns to appreciate his son.
The story also emphasizes that every person is created with a purpose. It treats cooperation, selflessness, and family love as virtues, and it gives children a hopeful understanding of their value. The message aligns closely with a biblical view of human purpose and God's care.
That central truth connects with Scripture: “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works” (Ephesians 2:10).
The Content Guide
The specifics — spoilers included by nature — so you can judge for your own family.
Content Summary
Strong Christian and Biblical worldview that God has a plan and cares for every child’s life, children learn to be selfless and learn to work together, a father learns to appreciate his son; no foul language; some hand to hand combat with punching and kicking, warlord kills people by grabbing their throat and poisoning them, man is thrown into pit; no sex, native women dance a little suggestively; upper male nudity; no alcohol; no drugs; and, child breaks into his dad’s archeology site so he can help and children bicker between each other and are proud, but they learn that they need to work together.
Talk About It
Questions for the drive home, the dinner table, or the youth group.
The story teaches that every child has a purpose. What gifts or responsibilities might God be giving you today?
Ephesians 2:10 · Psalm 139:13–16Billy and Allie must learn to work together. What makes cooperation difficult, and how can you practice serving others?
Philippians 2:3–4 · Ecclesiastes 4:9–10The film says that God cares for every child. How does Jesus show God's care for children?
Matthew 18:10–14 · Mark 10:13–16Characters learn to become less selfish and more appreciative of family. What would gratitude look like in your home this week?
1 Thessalonians 5:18 · Ephesians 6:2The Final Word
With strong young performers, top-notch production, exciting action, and a clear message about God's purpose for every child, this is a family adventure worth embracing. Very young children may find the villain scary, but most families can enjoy it together. WORTH THE TRIP.
