Top 14 Family Movies to Watch Right Now
Discover the top 14 family movies that are perfect for a movie night with the whole family. From animated adventures to live-action classics, these films offer something for everyone to enjoy.
Turning Red
Turning Red was one of several Pixar movies that was placed directly on Disney+ during the pandemic. Despite the disappointing release plan, the movie proved there is still magic being made at Pixar as it was nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Oscars. Similar to Inside Out, Turning Red is an insightful and clever look at the struggles of being a kid as it follows a 13-year-old Chinese-Canadian girl who is possessed by a family curse that turns her into a giant red panda whenever she expresses strong emotions. The movie has worthwhile messages for the older and younger viewers while still providing laughs and fun.
Turning Red
The Super Mario Bros. Movie
The Super Mario Bros. Movie became the second highest-grossing movie of 2023 at the global box office, raking in more than $1.3 billion worldwide (via Box Office Mojo). The beloved animated movie based on the long-running Nintendo games is now available to stream after its impressive theatrical run. The movie tells the story of an iconic plumber named Mario who travels through a mysterious labyrinth to save a Princess Peach, much like the original handheld side-scroller games. With endless Easter eggs and a wonderful voice cast, it is a great adaptation for fans of the game of all ages.
Chris Pratt as Mario and Charlie Day as Luigi smile in The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Peter Pan & Wendy
Peter Pan & Wendy is another Disney live-action remake of an animated classic, offering a unique take on the familiar story. Director David Lowrey presents a high-flying family adventure with a great mix of nostalgia and originality. The mythology of Peter and Captain Hook gets an intriguing new take, making this film a must-watch for fans of the classic tale.
The pirate ship rising out of the water in Peter Pan & Wendy
Nimona
Nimona is an unsuspecting animated hit movie that can be streamed on Netflix. The story follows a knight in a futuristic medieval world who is helped by a shapeshifting mischievous creature to get out of a crime that he didn't commit. The highly original concept paired with the stunning visual world makes Nimona one of the best and perhaps most overlooked family movies available to stream right now.
Nimona drawing her own story in Nimona trailer
Matilda The Musical
A remake of a beloved movie can rarely land with audiences the same way as the original. Matilda the Musical, however, manages to do it. The movie is both a remake of the '90s movie and the modern stage musical, both of which were based on the children's novel by Roald Dahl. Matilda presents a potentially grim reality, but finds the bright spots in life, and does it with some fantastic song-and-dance sequences.
Alisha Weir As Matilda In Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical Performance Of Naughty.jpg
The Little Mermaid
The remake of The Little Mermaid is Disney's most recent attempt at converting its catalog of classic movies into live-action renditions. While some fans aren't exactly thrilled about all the remakes that risk the integrity of the original animated films, others find the reboot efforts to be thoroughly enjoyable. The whole family can sing along to famous songs such as 'Under the Sea' and 'Part of Your World' which have been celebrated for decades since the original was released in 1989. It also features a star-making turn from star Halle Bailey who gives her own take on Ariel.
Halle Bailey as Ariel in The Little Mermaid
DC League Of Super-Pets
DC League of Super-Pets is a charming and humorous family-safe film that brings the universe of DC's superheroes to the worlds of everyday pets and common animals. With a star-studded cast and compelling action-based story, DC League of Super-Pets can entertain people of all ages, especially fans of classic superheroes such as Batman and Superman who appear in the animated film.
Ace questions Krypto in DC League of Super-Pets
Puss In Boots: The Last Wish
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish is the long-awaited sequel to the original Puss in Boots and Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos. Voiced by Antonio Banderas throughout the entire trilogy, Puss in Boots is a hilarious and charming character starring in a fun adventure comedy as the swashbuckling feline sets out to discover the fabled wishing star. With beautifully animated action sequences and an unexpectedly touching meditation on mortality, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish is still a fitting bit of fun for the younger crowd.
Puss in Boots with his sword in Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
The Sea Beast
Another unexpected yet outstanding animated Netflix film is the Oscar-nominated The Sea Beast, an exciting action-adventure set on tropical islands and far out at sea. The onscreen dynamic between monster hunter Jacob Holland and the innocent Maisie Brumble is the heart and soul of this film, making it one of the best family movies available to stream right now.
Jacob and Maisie in The Sea Beast
Spy Kids: Armageddon
The latest installment of the Spy Kids franchise sees a pair of siblings having to help save the world when they unknowingly help a villain unleash a computer virus that allows him to gain control of the world’s technology. Their parents, played by TV veterans Zachary Levi and Gina Rodrguez are secret agents, and the kids follow in their footsteps to help save the day. While the movie had mixed reviews from critics, it’s been a hit with kids and families who want to revisit the iconic franchise with a new storyline.
The young kids in Spy Kids Armageddon sitting in a private aircraft reading How To Be A Spy
Good Burger 2
It’s rare for movies - especially those aimed at kids - to get a sequel more than 20 years after they were released. Good Burger 2, however, is just that. Starring Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell, and featuring a host of cameos, the movie is a sequel to the original Good Burger, which was born out of the Nickelodeon sketch comedy show All That. Parents will likely enjoy watching this one with their kids and introducing their kids to other ‘90s Nickelodeon series on Paramount+.
Kel Mitchell and Alex R Hibbert a the drink dispenser behind the counter in Good Burger 2
Strange World
Strange World serves as a throwback adventure to sci-fi serials as it follows a family of explorers on a mission into an unknown land filled with bizarre creatures and intriguing mysteries. Offering some dazzling animated sequences and creature designs, it is a movie that ignites a sense of adventure.
A young man holding his dog in a pink field in Strange World
Elemental
Elemental is a new installment from the legendary combination of Disney and Pixar that focuses on diversity and inclusion in interesting and creative ways. As is typical of modern Disney Pixar films, Elemental possesses deep and thought-provoking themes that will intrigue both parents and their kids.
Ember and Wade look at each other in Elemental.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
The classic characters of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles return in a new animated feature with innovative graphics and an action-packed story. Fans of all ages will be able to dive into the visually stunning movie and cheer on the iconic squad of Raphael, Leonardo, Donatello, and Michelangelo. The vibrant animation and laugh-out-loud humor make for one of the most exciting Ninja Turtle movies yet and a reminder of the lasting power of these characters.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Netflix.
