Movies For Kids That They’ll Love

Embarking on a movie night with your kids can be a delightful adventure filled with laughter, excitement, and shared memories. Furthermore, finding suitable films to entertain and inspire your family is critical. To that end, we’ve carefully selected a handpicked “Movies For Kids That They’ll Love” lineup featuring everything from heartwarming classics to enchanting modern masterpieces. Consequently, our list is a treasure trove of cinematic gems that promise to captivate hearts and imaginations. So, prepare for a journey through the beautiful world of family-friendly cinema!

Elementary School Age

The Adventures Of Elmo In Grouchland

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland is undoubtedly one of the cutest kids’ movies I’ve come across. This charming tale follows Elmo as he refuses to share his beloved blanket with his friend Zoe, only to accidentally lose it in Oscar’s trash can. Determined to retrieve it, Elmo embarks on a journey to Grouchland, where he not only searches for his blanket but also learns valuable lessons about understanding and considering others’ feelings. As the story unfolds, Elmo encounters the villain Huxley, who has not only taken his blanket but also hoards countless other items that don’t belong to him. Elmo’s adventure to reclaim his prized possession subtly imparts the importance of sharing, making it a meaningful story for young viewers.

Moreover, the film is perfect for keeping little ones entertained for over an hour while sprinkling in a few jokes for adults to enjoy. Though it’s primarily a children’s movie, including beloved Sesame Street characters, it adds to its timeless appeal, making it a delightful classic for the entire family to watch together.

Coco

Coco tells the enchanting tale of a 12-year-old aspiring musician who embarks on a journey to the magical land of his ancestors. In addition to this heartwarming story, viewers are invited to join the filmmakers as they explore the vibrant and culturally rich celebration of Día de los Muertos in Mexico. During this exploration, they dive deep into music’s pivotal role in Coco and reflect on how they personally connect with the film’s profound message. Furthermore, audiences can step behind the scenes to uncover the creative inspiration and intricate details that brought this magical story to life, adding even more depth to the film’s enchanting world.

Bonus features include:

Blu-ray & Digital:

• Deleted Scenes with Introductions
  • In Día de los Muertos, the colors and excitement come to life as we meet superstar Ernesto de la Cruz.
  • Abuelita and Miguel prepare their Día de los Muertos celebration while she teaches him Rivera family history and traditions.
  • Héctor agrees to help Miguel on his quest to find de la Cruz.
  • The Bus Escape – The Rivera family catches up and attempts to halt their mission to find de la Cruz.
  • Alebrije Attack – Miguel and Héctor are interrupted on their journey to find de la Cruz by a fierce alebrije.
  • After de la Cruz reveals his true colors, the Rivera family puts their dismay aside and comes together to repair the smashed guitar needed to send Miguel home.
  • Miguel and de la Cruz come head-to-head on the marigold bridge.
• Filmmaker Commentary – Presented by Lee Unkrich (director), Adrian Molina (co-director), and Darla K. Anderson (producer).
• Explore the beautiful fusion of music essential to the story.
• Paths to Pixar: “Coco” – Explore how the film crew’s stories resonate with the movie’s themes.
• Welcome to the Fiesta is a musical exploration of the skeletons in the Land of the Dead.
• Pixar artist Daniel Arriaga gives a lesson on the quick and easy way to draw skeletons using simple shapes.
• An immersive travelogue through Mexico, visiting families, artisans, cemeteries, and small villages during the Día de los Muertos holiday.
• Watch Pixar artists lovingly construct layer upon layer of architecture from many eras of Mexican history.
• Fashion Through the Ages – The characters in “Coco” are from many eras, creating magnificent costuming opportunities.
• The majestic guitar that spurs Miguel on his journey through the Land of the Dead is a unique creation. Watch as a Pixar artist initially designs it and then as a real instrument by a master luthier!
• Dante – How the crew fell in love with the uniquely Mexican breed of Xoloitzcuintli (or “Xolo”) dogs that inspired Dante.
• Join Pixar artist Ana Ramírez González to learn how papel picado is made!
• Un Poco “Coco” is a montage of original animated pieces that promote “Coco.”
• “Coco Trailers” – Trailers include “Feeling,” “Dante’s Lunch,” “Destiny,” “Journey” and “Belong.”

DVD:

• Filmmaker Commentary
• Dante’s Lunch

Disneynature: Bears

In an epic story of breathtaking scale, Disneynature’s new True Life Adventure Bears offers a captivating look into a year in the life of a bear family. At the heart of this story, two impressionable young cubs learn life’s most vital lessons from their mother. Set against the stunning backdrop of Alaska, teeming with wildlife, their journey begins as winter fades and the bears emerge from hibernation to confront the lingering cold. As the story progresses, the world outside proves both thrilling and dangerous. The cubs’ playful descent down the mountain brings the looming threat of avalanches, reminding them of the risks they must navigate.

As the seasons shift from spring to summer, the brown bears face new challenges, working tirelessly to find food. Eventually, they reach a bountiful salmon run, where they can finally feast. However, danger is never far away, as they must stay vigilant against rival male bears and persistent predators like a nearby wolf pack. Throughout their adventure, Bears captures the fast-paced action and suspense that come with surviving in one of the world’s last great wildernesses—Alaska.

Frozen

Fearless optimist Anna embarks on an epic journey, teaming up with the rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven, in a daring quest to find her sister Elsa. Elsa’s icy powers have plunged the kingdom of Arendelle into an eternal winter, and it’s up to Anna to bring her back. As their adventure unfolds, they face Everest-like conditions, encounter mystical trolls, and meet a hilarious snowman named Olaf. Along the way, Anna and Kristoff must battle the harsh elements, overcoming numerous challenges in a race against time to save the kingdom.

Now, you can bring Frozen on Blu-ray High Definition home, packed with a blizzard of never-before-seen bonus extras! Featuring stunning animation, unforgettable characters, and iconic music, it promises dazzling fun for the entire family.

New Bonus Features:

• The Making Of Frozen (Blu-ray, Digital)
• D’frosted: Disney’s Journey From Hans Christian Anderson to Frozen (Blu-ray, Digital)
• Breaking The Ice – The Real Making Of Frozen (Blu-ray, Digital)
• 4 Deleted Scenes with introduction by Directors Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee
• Original Theatrical Short – “Get A Horse” (Blu-ray, Digital & DVD)
• “Let It Go” Music Videos by Demi Lovato, Martina Stoessel & Marsha Milan Londoh (Blu-ray, Digital & DVD)
• Frozen Teaser Trailer (Blu-ray, Digital & DVD)

Hotel Transylvania 3

Just in time for a spooky, fun-filled family movie night right before Halloween, the Drac Pack is back with HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3! The movie debuts on Digital HD on September 25 and Blu-ray™ on October 9, promising plenty of thrills and laughs. Mavis surprises Dracula with a family vacation aboard a luxurious, haunted monster cruise ship to kick things off. Naturally, the rest of the Drac Pack tags along, and things start getting a little… batty. As they embark on this wild adventure, the monsters enjoy all sorts of fun activities, from monster volleyball to colossal buffets and exciting excursions. However, the unexpected twist comes when Dracula falls head over heels for the ship’s mysterious (and dangerous) human captain, Ericka.

Additionally, fans will be thrilled to know that the all-star voice cast returns, with some new faces joining the fun. The cast includes Adam Sandler (Grown Ups), Andy Samberg (TV’s Brooklyn Nine-Nine), Selena Gomez (Spring Breakers), Kevin James (Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2), David Spade (TV’s Rules of Engagement), Steve Buscemi (TV’s Boardwalk Empire), Keegan-Michael Key (TV’s Key and Peele), Molly Shannon (TV’s Saturday Night Live), Fran Drescher (TV’s The Nanny), Kathryn Hahn (Bad Moms), Jim Gaffigan (Super Troopers 2), and Mel Brooks (Young Frankenstein).

Bonus Materials Include:

• Sing along to three Hotel Transylvania 3-inspired songs with your favorite characters!
• Plan Your Own Spook-tacular Sleepover: This feature will give you all details on how to make your sleepover spook-tacular!
• Vampire Make Over: Mavis and Drac Tutorial: Learn to turn yourself into your favorite Hotel Transylvania 3 characters.
• Step behind the “screams” to see how these characters are brought to life in the recording booth.
• Johnny brings viewers up to speed on what’s happened in the Hotel Transylvania franchise in his home movies.
• “I See Love” Monster Dance Party Dance Along: Get up and move to this haunting monster mash.
• Drac’s Zing-tastic Read Along: It’s storytime with your favorite characters. Have a silly tale about Drac’s search for a Zing!  Read along, or sit back and enjoy!
• Two Mini Movies (rated G): Two mini-features that will have you howling
• Puppy
• Goodnight Mr. Foot

Just like the original, Hotel Transylvania 3 does not disappoint. It is just as good as the first one! How many times can you say that about a sequel?! Additionally, besides a fantastic movie, the bonus features are excellent, too. Furthermore, we are always fans of Behind the Screams!

Lady And The Tramp

If you haven’t yet experienced Lady and the Tramp, prepare for an enchanting treat. This classic love story unfolds beautifully on screen, capturing hearts with its timeless charm and endearing characters. At first, Lady, a young pedigreed cocker spaniel, enjoys a life of luxury and comfort. However, her world turns unexpectedly when she crosses paths with Tramp, a street-smart dog with a romantic side. From that point on, their story becomes a captivating journey filled with delightful dates that highlight their unlikely yet heartfelt connection. Lady’s family becomes deeply involved as the story progresses, adding layers of heartwarming moments that further enrich this charming tale.

Mary Poppins Returns

In Disney’s MARY POPPINS RETURNS, an all-new original musical and sequel, Mary Poppins returns to help the next generation of the Banks family rediscover the joy and wonder missing from their lives after a personal loss. Emily Blunt leads the charge and stars as the practically perfect nanny with magical abilities. From the start, Mary Poppins enchants the family by transforming mundane tasks into extraordinary and unforgettable adventures. Furthermore, Lin-Manuel Miranda joins the cast as Jack, an optimistic street lamplighter. Together, they bring light—and new life—to the streets of London, filling the city with a renewed sense of energy, magic, and hope.

Moana

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Moana, the sweeping CG-animated feature film from Walt Disney Animation Studios. At the outset, the story introduces Moana (voiced by Auli’i Cravalho) as she embarks on a daring mission to save her people. As she ventures further, she soon encounters the once-mighty demigod Maui (voiced by Dwayne Johnson), who becomes her guide in mastering the art of wayfinding. As they journey together, they bravely face the vast ocean, confronting enormous monsters and overcoming seemingly insurmountable challenges. In the end, Moana fulfills her ancestors’ ancient quest and uncovers the one thing she has always been searching for—her true identity.

Directed by the acclaimed filmmaking duo Ron Clements and John Musker (“The Little Mermaid,” “Aladdin,” “The Princess & the Frog”) and produced by Osnat Shurer (“Lifted,” “One Man Band”), Moana set sail into U.S. theaters on Nov. 23, 2016. Consequently, it promises to deliver an exhilarating and unforgettable cinematic experience

My Little Pony: Twinkle Wish Adventure

Guess what’s new in the My Little Pony world? It’s the Twinkle Wish Adventure DVD! To begin with, the story centers around the ponies as they prepare for the Winter Wishes Festival. Here, a magical Wishing Star grants each pony a special wish. However, as the plot unfolds, the excitement intensifies when the Wishing Star suddenly goes missing. This leads the ponies on an adventurous quest to find it. Along the way, they encounter various fun challenges and learn valuable lessons, further enriching their journey.

In addition to the captivating storyline, this DVD comes packed with extras. For example, it includes two bonus stories: “Elefun & Friends” and “Waiting For The Winter Wishes Festival.” Moreover, viewers will enjoy six sing-along songs, featuring fan favorites like the My Little Pony theme and “That’s What Makes A Friend.” Not only that, but the DVD also offers four downloadable activities. You’ll find coloring sheets, notes to Santa, and pony cut-out ornaments, adding even more excitement.

All things considered, this DVD makes a fantastic gift for any My Little Pony fan. It provides a complete entertainment package, ensuring hours of fun—perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit!

The Nutcracker in 3D

Get ready for an enchanting holiday season as the beloved tale of The Nutcracker comes to life in breathtaking 3D. To begin with, THE NUTCRACKER IN 3D centers around nine-year-old Mary (Elle Fanning). Her ordinary Viennese Christmas quickly turns into a whirlwind of excitement and adventure. This shift occurs when her Uncle Albert (Nathan Lane) arrives with a magical gift—an enchanted nutcracker. Consequently, this extraordinary toy brings a sense of wonder and enchantment to Mary’s holiday. This marks the start of an unexpected and thrilling journey.

As the story progresses, Mary’s new companion, The Nutcracker (Charlie Rowe), comes to life on Christmas night. This sweeps her into his mesmerizing world of fairies, sugarplums, and other whimsical Christmas toys. However, amidst all the magic, Mary soon learns that this fantastical kingdom is under the oppressive rule of the evil Rat King (John Turturro) and his wicked mother (Frances de la Tour). Therefore, as danger looms, Mary and her newfound toy friends must unite. They undertake a daring quest to uncover the Rat King’s sinister plot. Along the way, they face numerous challenges, including the Nutcracker being taken hostage. Ultimately, with determination and courage, they delve deeper into the mystery. This transforms their adventure into an increasingly daring and suspenseful journey to save the magical world.

Prep & Landing

This holiday tale centers around a cutting-edge squad of elves tasked with ensuring that homes around the world are perfectly prepared for Santa’s arrival. To begin with, the story introduces Wayne, an elf with an impressive 227 years of service, who feels disappointed when a long-anticipated promotion passes him by. Instead of the promotion, he is unexpectedly partnered with Lanny, a cheerful and eager rookie elf, for a special Christmas Eve assignment. As the duo sets out on their mission, they soon encounter a series of unforeseen obstacles that complicate their task. Consequently, these challenges not only test their skills but also place Christmas at risk for children across the globe.

In addition to the thrilling storyline, the film offers exciting bonus features. For instance, viewers can enjoy delightful Elf training videos filmed straight from Santa’s workshop. Furthermore, the captivating “Operation Secret Santa,” featuring Betty White as Mrs. Claus, adds festive fun to this holiday adventure.

Teenagers

Return to Nim’s Island

Return to Nim’s Island, the exciting sequel to Walden Media’s 2008 hit Nim’s Island, picks up the adventure a few years later. This time, 14-year-old Nim (Bindi Irwin) is more determined than ever to protect her beloved island and its animal inhabitants. However, as new threats arise from ruthless resort developers and greedy wildlife poachers, Nim quickly realizes she and her animal friends can’t defend their home alone. Consequently, she must team up with Edmund, a runaway from the mainland, to tackle these challenges. Together, they can thwart the villains and preserve Nim’s world.

In addition to continuing the beloved story, Return to Nim’s Island marks the debut of Walden Family Theater, presented by Walmart and P&G. Fans won’t have to wait long to bring the adventure home, as the Blu-ray & DVD will be available exclusively at Walmart just four days after the premiere! The film will first air on the Hallmark Channel on March 15, 2013, at 7/8C. To make things even more exciting, Return to Nim’s Island star Bindi Irwin will host a Live Twitter Q&A on Saturday, March 9, at 6 pm EST/3 pm PST. This is a great opportunity for fans to connect with Bindi herself! She’ll be collecting questions to answer during the event, so start submitting them now, and don’t forget to use the hashtag #nimsislandchat!

Teen Titans Go! To the Movies

The Teen Titans don’t hold back when they hit the big screen! Robin, the de facto leader, is persistent in casting himself as a star, not just a sidekick. Consequently, the Teen Titans eagerly go to Tinsel Town, ready to chase their dreams. However, their plans change dramatically when a supervillain derails their journey with his maniacal plot to conquer the Earth. As a result, the very fate of the Teen Titans hangs in the balance, making their adventure all the more intense and thrilling.

The magic of this list of movies lies in their storytelling and the moments you share. Moreover, these films serve as a gateway to imagination, a source of laughter, and a catalyst for meaningful conversations. Each movie on our list is a special invitation, encouraging you to bond with your kids and create lasting memories. So, let’s grab some popcorn, dim the lights, and let the movie magic begin. Here’s to many more unforgettable movie nights with your little ones!