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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.

Tom and Jerry Blast Off to Mars!

891. Tom and Jerry Blast Off to Mars!

Animation Family
6.1

20051h 10min

United States

Director: Bill Kopp

While carrying on their usual hi-jinks, they inadvertantly stow-away on a spaceship bound for Mars. They meet up with the local Martian residents and cause them to invade the Earth, aided by the "Invincitron", a vacuum-wielding giant robot. Tom, Jerry and their Martian ally, Peep, save the day.


Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events

892. Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events

Adventure Comedy Family City Adventure Dark Comedy
6.8

20041h 48min

United States

Director: Brad Silberling

Three wealthy children's parents are killed in a fire. When they are sent to a distant relative, they find out that he is plotting to kill them and seize their fortune.

Themes

Manipulation and control, Deception through disguise, Wealth exploitation by guardians, Power dynamics in guardianship, Resilience under threat, Family vulnerability and trust

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie

893. The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie

Family Comedy Adventure Animation Treasure Hunt
7.2

20041h 27min

United States

Director: Stephen Hillenburg

There's trouble brewing in Bikini Bottom. Someone has stolen King Neptune's crown, and it looks like Mr. Krab, SpongeBob's boss, is the culprit. Though he's just been passed over for the promotion of his dreams, SpongeBob stands by his boss, and along with his best pal Patrick, sets out on a treacherous mission to Shell City to reclaim the crown and save Mr. Krab's life.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Deception and trust, Pursuit and rescue, Courage over fear, Leadership and ambition, Friendship under trial

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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The Polar Express

894. The Polar Express

Animation Adventure Family Fantasy Family Animation
6.6

20041h 40min

United States

Director: Robert Zemeckis

When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.

Themes

Faith via wonder, Holiday via ceremony, Train via journey, Christmas via ritual, Bell via belief, Ticket via doubt

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas

895. Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas

Animation Family
6.5

20041h 8min

United States

Director: Carole Holliday

Santa Claus, Mickey Mouse and all his Disney pals star in an original movie about the importance of opening your heart to the true spirit of Christmas. Stubborn old Donald tries in vain to resist the joys of the season, and Mickey and Pluto learn a great lesson about the power of friendship.


The Incredibles

896. The Incredibles

Action Adventure Animation Family Superhero Action
8.0

20041h 55min

United States

Director: Brad Bird

Bob Parr has given up his superhero days to log in time as an insurance adjuster and raise his three children with his formerly heroic wife in suburbia. But when he receives a mysterious assignment, it's time to get back into costume.

Themes

Loyalty under duress, Public distrust of power, Family versus career, Ambition and manipulation, Tech weaponization and control, Accountability and scapegoating

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Mulan II

897. Mulan II

Animation Comedy Family Action Family Animation
5.7

20041h 19min

United States

Director: Darrell Rooney

Fa Mulan gets the surprise of her young life when her love, Captain Li Shang asks for her hand in marriage. Before the two can have their happily ever after, the Emperor assigns them a secret mission, to escort three princesses to Chang'an, China. Mushu is determined to drive a wedge between the couple after he learns that he will lose his guardian job if Mulan marries into the Li family.

Themes

Deception and manipulation, Loyalty under threat, Arranged marriage pressure, Duty versus heart, Family obligation autonomy, Alliances through guardianship

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The Lion King 1½

898. The Lion King 1½

Family Animation Comedy Adventure Family Animation
6.5

20041h 17min

United States

Director: Bradley Raymond

Timon the meerkat and Pumbaa the warthog are best pals and the unsung heroes of the African savanna. This prequel to the smash Disney animated adventure takes you back -- way back -- before Simba's adventure began. You'll find out all about Timon and Pumbaa and tag along as they search for the perfect home and attempt to raise a rambunctious lion cub.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Home seeking resilience, Shared philosophy formation, Belonging through friendship, Wise adviser guidance, Humor as resilience

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Halloweentown High

899. Halloweentown High

Adventure Comedy Family Fantasy TV Movie
6.0

20041h 22min

United States

Director: Mark A.Z. Dippé

Marnie puts her magic on the line to get several Halloweentown teenagers transferred to her high school in the mortal world. But soon, Marnie and her new friends are in trouble and out of luck when the evil Knight Of The Iron Dagger appears. He's determined to destroy all things magical, and it's up to Marnie to save her high school, the human world and her magic.

Themes

Integration pressures, Disguise and exposure, Isolation versus openness, Authority manipulation, Belonging and acceptance, Carnival as social bridge

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Google Play Movies
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Barbie as The Princess & the Pauper

900. Barbie as The Princess & the Pauper

Animation Family Comedy Family Animation Parody
6.9

20041h 26min

Canada, United States

Director: William Lau

In her first animated musical featuring seven original songs, Barbie comes to life in this modern re-telling of a classic tale of mistaken identity and the power of friendship. Based on the story by Mark Twain.

Themes

Class inequality, Friendship under pressure, Deception through disguise, Performative ambition, Power under economic strain, Resource stewardship

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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