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14 Best Family Movies to Watch Together (That Adults Enjoy Too)
Coco, Up, Paddington 2, Wonder, Home Alone and more: family movie night picks that work for kids, parents and grandparents.
DailyMovieHub TeamEditorial team3 min read
The hardest part of family movie night is finding something everyone will actually enjoy. These films work for kids and for adults, which is rarer than it sounds.
We added a quick note on the youngest age each one suits and whether you'll need tissues.
1. Coco (2017)
★ 8.21h 45mFamily · Animation · MusicEnglish
Directed by Lee Unkrich · Starring Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal
Miguel dreams of being a musician, even though his family has banned music, and on the Day of the Dead he ends up in the Land of the Dead. Colourful, musical and very emotional at the end.
Ages: 6+. Tissues: yes.
2. Up (2009)
★ 8.01h 36mAnimation · Comedy · FamilyEnglish
Directed by Pete Docter · Starring Ed Asner, Christopher Plummer
A grumpy widower ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies to South America, accidentally taking a young scout with him. The opening ten minutes are some of the most moving in animation.
Ages: 5+.
3. Inside Out (2015)
★ 7.91h 35mAnimation · Family · AdventureEnglish
Directed by Pete Docter · Starring Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith
We see the emotions inside an 11-year-old girl's head, Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, as she struggles with a big move. Funny for kids, surprisingly wise for parents.
Ages: 6+. Great for talking about feelings afterwards.
4. Paddington 2 (2017)
★ 7.51h 44mAdventure · Comedy · FamilyEnglish
Directed by Paul King · Starring Ben Whishaw, Sally Hawkins
Paddington Bear is framed for stealing a rare pop-up book and lands in prison, where he wins everyone over with marmalade. Hugh Grant is hilarious as the vain villain. It is often called one of the best-reviewed films ever.
Ages: 4+.
5. Finding Nemo (2003)
★ 7.81h 40mAnimation · Family · AdventureEnglish
Directed by Andrew Stanton · Starring Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres
A nervous clownfish crosses the ocean to find his son, with the help of a fish who can't remember anything. Still one of Pixar's funniest films.
Ages: 4+.
6. Toy Story (1995)
★ 8.01h 21mFamily · Comedy · AnimationEnglish
Directed by John Lasseter · Starring Tom Hanks, Tim Allen
A cowboy doll feels threatened when a shiny new space ranger becomes his owner's favourite toy. The first fully computer-animated feature film, and still charming more than thirty years later.
Ages: 4+. Then watch all the sequels.
7. The Lion King (1994)
★ 8.31h 29mAnimation · Family · DramaEnglish
Directed by Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff · Starring Matthew Broderick, Moira Kelly
A lion cub flees his kingdom after his father's death and has to come back to face his uncle. Classic songs and a story everyone in the family probably already knows by heart.
Ages: 5+. One sad scene.
8. Zootopia (2016)
★ 7.81h 49mAnimation · Adventure · FamilyEnglish
Directed by Byron Howard, Rich Moore · Starring Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman
A rabbit police officer teams up with a con-artist fox to solve a mystery in a city of animals. A smart buddy-cop film with a good message about prejudice.
Ages: 6+.
9. Wonder (2017)
★ 8.11h 53mFamily · DramaEnglish
Directed by Stephen Chbosky · Starring Jacob Tremblay, Julia Roberts
A boy born with a facial difference goes to a regular school for the first time. Based on the bestselling novel, it shows the story from several points of view, and it is honest without being too heavy.
Ages: 8+. Tissues: yes.
10. Home Alone (1990)
★ 7.51h 43mComedy · FamilyEnglish
Directed by Chris Columbus · Starring Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci
An eight-year-old accidentally left behind at Christmas defends his house against two burglars with homemade traps. Still the funniest live-action family film for many people.
Ages: 6+.
11. The Incredibles (2004)
★ 7.71h 55mAction · Adventure · AnimationEnglish
Directed by Brad Bird · Starring Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter
A family of superheroes forced into normal life has to come out of hiding to save the world. A great action movie and a great family comedy in one.
Ages: 6+.
12. Ratatouille (2007)
★ 7.91h 51mAnimation · Comedy · FamilyEnglish
Directed by Brad Bird · Starring Patton Oswalt, Lou Romano
A rat with a gift for cooking teams up with a clumsy kitchen worker in a famous Paris restaurant. Charming, funny and a love letter to food.
Ages: 5+.
13. How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
★ 7.91h 38mFantasy · Adventure · AnimationEnglish
Directed by Dean DeBlois, Chris Sanders · Starring Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler
A Viking teenager who is bad at being a Viking befriends an injured dragon. Thrilling flying scenes and a sweet friendship at its centre.
Ages: 6+.
14. Encanto (2021)
★ 7.61h 42mAnimation · Comedy · FamilyEnglish
Directed by Byron Howard, Jared Bush · Starring Stephanie Beatriz, María Cecilia Botero
In a magical family where everyone has a gift, the one girl without one may be the only person who can save them. Catchy songs and a warm story about family pressure.
Ages: 5+.
How we picked
Every film here is rated suitable for children and still entertaining for adults. We looked for stories that start conversations, not just keep kids busy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best family movie of all time? It depends on your family, but Coco, Up and Paddington 2 are among the most loved by all ages.
What is a good family movie for very young children? Paddington 2, Finding Nemo and Toy Story.
Are there good Indian family movies too? Yes. See our lists of Bollywood comedies and Kolkata Bangla movies.
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