Before the advent of streaming and DVDs, families could watch their favorite movies at home on VHS tapes. While many have left those tapes to collect dust in the attic, a new social media trend is bringing the bygone tech into 2026.
Some parents are rewinding the clock and introducing VHS tapes in what is quickly becoming a new viral trend. These parents say VHS tapes tend to feature “slower-paced shows,” and that the lengthy previews featured at the beginning help teach their kids patience.
