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Holiday Family movies

Family movies shaped by holidays and traditions, with gatherings, deadlines, and heartfelt resolution.

Elio

1. Elio

Family Comedy Adventure Animation Science Fiction
6.7
20251h 38min

Overview

Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination, finds himself on a cosmic misadventure where he must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be.

Themes

Interspecies friendship, Coming of age pressures, Leadership and responsibility, Belonging vs isolation, Deception and diplomacy, Family duty vs personal yearning

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Wonka

2. Wonka

Comedy Family Fantasy Holiday Family High-Concept Fantasy
6.9
20231h 57min

Overview

Willy Wonka – chock-full of ideas and determined to change the world one delectable bite at a time – is proof that the best things in life begin with a dream, and if you’re lucky enough to meet Willy Wonka, anything is possible.

Themes

Labor exploitation, Resilience through collaboration, Debt pressure, Cartel corruption, Predatory contracts, Illicit influence

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Nimona

3. Nimona

Animation Family Action Science Fiction Adventure
7.5
20231h 39min

Overview

A knight framed for a tragic crime teams with a scrappy, shape-shifting teen to prove his innocence.

Themes

Class inequality, Loyalty under pressure, Evidence and accountability, Acceptance and belonging, Reform and change, Deception and authority

Available on

Netflix
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The Little Mermaid

4. The Little Mermaid

Adventure Family Fantasy Romance Maritime Adventure
7.2
20232h 15min

Overview

The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. With mermaids forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy.

Themes

Deception and disguise, Forbidden contact with humans, Curiosity vs duty, Bargain with a power figure, Crossing worlds and belonging, Sacrifice and agency

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Disenchanted

5. Disenchanted

Comedy Family Fantasy Holiday Family Narrative Fantasy
5.6
20221h 58min

Overview

Disillusioned with life in the city, feeling out of place in suburbia, and frustrated that her happily ever after hasn’t been so easy to find, Giselle turns to the magic of Andalasia for help. Accidentally transforming the entire town into a real-life fairy tale and placing her family’s future happiness in jeopardy, she must race against time to reverse the spell and determine what happily ever after truly means to her and her family.

Themes

Family resilience under pressure, Suburban alienation, Illusion vs reality, Memory as identity, Power through enchantment, Social governance and exclusion

Available on

Disney Plus
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The Curse of Bridge Hollow

6. The Curse of Bridge Hollow

Adventure Comedy Horror Family Holiday Family
5.6
20221h 29min

Overview

A Halloween-hating dad reluctantly teams up with his teenage daughter when an evil spirit wreaks havoc by making their town's decorations come to life.

Themes

"movie: the curse of bridge hollow. genres: adventure, Comedy, Horror, Family, Adventure, Comedy, Horror, Family main themes: halloween, Cursed town, Mola ott, Halloween, Cursed town, Mola ott full keywords list: halloween, Cursed town, Mola ott, Joyful. concept analysis: the film explores the theme of acceptance and the importance of embracing one's fears, Particularly in the context of family dynamics and traditions. it highlights how confronting the unknown can lead to personal growth and a deeper connection with loved ones."

Available on

Netflix
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Hocus Pocus 2

7. Hocus Pocus 2

Fantasy Comedy Family Supernatural Fantasy Parody
6.0
20221h 44min

Overview

29 years since the Black Flame Candle was last lit, the 17th-century Sanderson sisters are resurrected, and they are looking for revenge. Now it's up to three high school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow's Eve.

Themes

Sibling dynamics, Cost of power, Revenge motive, Youth exploitation, Outsiders confronting tradition, Mass enchantment

Available on

Disney Plus
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The King's Daughter

8. The King's Daughter

Fantasy Adventure Family Epic Fantasy Maritime Adventure
5.2
20221h 34min

Overview

King Louis XIV's quest for immortality leads him to capture and steal a mermaid's life force, a move that is further complicated by his illegitimate daughter's discovery of the creature.

Themes

Forbidden romance, Immortality quest, Governance and responsibility, Inheritance and succession, Exploitation for power, Conscience vs ambition

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Wish Dragon

9. Wish Dragon

Animation Family Comedy Fantasy Romance
7.2
20211h 39min

Overview

Determined teen Din is longing to reconnect with his childhood best friend when he meets a wish-granting dragon who shows him the magic of possibilities.

Themes

Class inequality, Betrayal and deception, Identity through disguise, Desire vs duty, Loyalty and sacrifice, Economic status

Available on

Netflix
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A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting

10. A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting

Family Fantasy Adventure Comedy Holiday Family
5.4
20201h 35min

Overview

Recruited by a secret society of babysitters, a high schooler battles the Boogeyman and his monsters when they nab the boy she's watching on Halloween.

Themes

"movie: a babysitter's guide to monster hunting. genres: family, Fantasy, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Adventure, Comedy main themes: monster, Halloween, Babysitter, Monster, Halloween, Babysitter full keywords list: monster, Halloween, Babysitter. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of courage and self-discovery, Emphasizing the importance of facing one's fears. it highlights the transformative power of friendship and the belief in oneself, Particularly in overcoming childhood traumas."

Available on

Netflix
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