Great films for the whole family — not just for kids
The best family movies aren't simply films that children can watch without parental concern — they're films that adults genuinely enjoy too. Here are the best family movies currently streaming that hold up for viewers of every age.
Coco (2017) — Disney+
Pixar's love letter to Mexican culture and the Day of the Dead is one of the studio's finest achievements. Coco tells the story of a young boy who accidentally ends up in the Land of the Dead searching for his great-great-grandfather. The film's final act has made parents and children cry in equal measure since its release. "Remember Me" will break your heart in the best possible way.
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
Arguably the best animated film of the 21st century, Spider-Verse introduces Miles Morales as Spider-Man in a visually stunning adventure. The animation style is genuinely unlike anything that came before it — each Spider-Person has their own visual language, comic book panel effects and all. An absolute must-watch for the whole family.
The Lion King (1994) — Disney+
Thirty years later, the original animated Lion King remains a masterpiece of storytelling. The Hans Zimmer score, the voice performances, the Shakespearean story — it comes together in a way few films have matched. Watch the 1994 original, not the 2019 photorealistic remake, which drains the emotion from every scene.
The Princess Bride (1987)
A timeless fairy tale about love, adventure, and swordfighting that works equally well for children encountering it for the first time and adults revisiting it decades later. The Princess Bride is endlessly quotable and holds up perfectly. "As you wish" remains one of cinema's most romantic lines.
Moana (2016) — Disney+
One of Disney's most empowering stories — a young Pacific Islander chief's daughter who sails into the ocean to save her people. The Lin-Manuel Miranda songs are genuinely excellent, the animation is gorgeous, and the story has real emotional weight. "How Far I'll Go" will be in your head for days.
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