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Family movies

Wholesome entertainment designed for all ages, bringing generations together with heartwarming tales.

Subgenres include: Holiday Family, Christmas Family, Vacation Family.

Too Old for Fairy Tales

1. Too Old for Fairy Tales

Family Comedy
6.2
20221h 43min

Overview

In Waldek's life, filled mainly with computer games, there is a real earthquake. During her absence, mum stays under the care of a crazy and unpredictable aunt, who introduces discipline that has been alien to him so far and imposes new duties. But although an extraordinary relative gives Waldek a real survival camp, the boy also receives the most valuable life lesson from her.


Rescued by Ruby

2. Rescued by Ruby

Family Drama Animal Companion Family Family Drama
7.2
20221h 33min

Overview

Chasing his dream to join an elite K-9 unit, a state trooper partners with a fellow underdog: clever but naughty shelter pup Ruby. Based on a true story.

Themes

Training under pressure, Pursuit of belonging, Underdog partnership, Real-world rescue stakes, Trust in nonverbal cues, Temperament and discipline

Available on

Netflix
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The Bad Guys

3. The Bad Guys

Family Comedy Crime Adventure Animation
6.9
20221h 40min

Overview

When the Bad Guys, a crew of criminal animals, are finally caught after years of heists and being the world’s most-wanted villains, Mr. Wolf brokers a deal to save them all from prison.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Societal expectations, Loyalty versus betrayal, Group cohesion under pressure, Public perception vs reform, Agency through action

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Better Nate Than Ever

4. Better Nate Than Ever

Music Family Comedy
6.4
20221h 32min

Overview

13-year-old Nate Foster has big Broadway dreams but there’s only one problem — he can’t even land a part in the school play. When his parents leave town, Nate and his best friend Libby sneak off to the Big Apple for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to prove everyone wrong. A chance encounter with Nate’s long-lost Aunt Heidi turns his journey upside-down, and together they must learn that life’s greatest adventures are only as big as your dreams.


Turning Red

5. Turning Red

Animation Family Comedy Fantasy Family Animation
6.9
20221h 40min

Overview

Thirteen-year-old Mei is experiencing the awkwardness of being a teenager with a twist – when she gets too excited, she transforms into a giant red panda.

Themes

Coming of age, Generational tension, Parental control, Ancestor heritage, Temple duties vs self, Peer acceptance

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Invisible Thread

6. The Invisible Thread

Comedy Drama Family Romance
6.8
20221h 49min

Overview

The teenage son of two fathers makes a documentary film about his parents but is surprised when a real-life plot twist occurs in his family.


Doraemon the Movie: Nobita's Little Star Wars 2021

7. Doraemon the Movie: Nobita's Little Star Wars 2021

Animation Science Fiction Adventure Family
6.5
20221h 48min

Overview

One day during summer vacation, a palm-sized alien named Papi appears from a small rocket that Nobita picks up. He is the president of Pirika, a small planet in outer space, and has come to Earth to escape the rebels. Doraemon and his friends are puzzled by Papi’s small size, but as they play together using the secret tool “Small Light”, they gradually become friends. However, a whale-shaped space battleship comes to earth and attacks Doraemon, Nobita and the others in order to capture Papi. Feeling responsible for getting everyone involved, Papi tries to stand up to the rebels. Doraemon and his friends leave for the planet Pirika to protect their dear friend and his home.


Chickenhare and the Hamster of Darkness

8. Chickenhare and the Hamster of Darkness

Animation Adventure Comedy Family Fantasy
6.3
20221h 31min

Overview

Young Chickenhare is the adopted son of King Peter, a famous adventurer. Part chicken and part hare, he has a really tough time growing up and disguises himself as a hare to avoid the mockeries of his peers. When the day of the Royal Adventurer Society trials comes, Chickenhare, hampered by his disguise, fails miserably. But he is determined to grab a second chance and find the Scepter of the Hamster of Darkness, before his evil Uncle Lapin. The Scepter will give immense power to its holder. If Lapin gets hold of it, he will be unstoppable. Accompanied by his faithful servant Abe, a sarcastic turtle, and Meg, a martial arts expert skunk, he sets of on an epic and initiatory quest.


What a Father!

9. What a Father!

Comedy Family Romance
6.5
20221h 39min

Overview

Pedro is a single man in his forties who likes to party, has no children and lives at night. Everything changes when he meets Alin. She mentions to him that she is looking for her dad and that there is a high probability that it is him.


Superwho?

10. Superwho?

Comedy Action Family
6.2
20221h 22min

Overview

A struggling actor seems doomed to live life as a loser. When he finally snatches a lead role as a superhero named “Badman,” he feels like everything is possible, but fate strikes again.