Looking for some movies for young kids that they’ll love? Or maybe some that are new and they haven’t seen yet? Whether it’s for a family movie night, a weekend treat or something to entertain the kids while you do your own thing!
We’ve made a list of the best movies for young kids, we love them, so we hope they love them too!
A list of 15 kids movies
The Lion King (1994)
An absolute classic. Who is the true king of the Pridelands? Simba or Scar?
Toy Story (1995)
You’ve got a friend in Andy’s toys! Follow their adventure as a new toy is added to the gang, Buzz Lightyear. But he believes he’s actually an astronaut and causes havoc! Will Woody and the gang be able to convince him he’s just a toy?
Finding Nemo (2003)
If you love the ocean and sea life, this classic movie for young kids is both heart-warming and filled with adventure. Will Marlin find his son Nemo? With the help of his new friend Dory, he just might… Surfs up!
Shrek 2 (2004)
Get outta his swamp and straight onto the sofa for a Shrek marathon. Whether you watch the first one and then Shrek 2, these movies are legendary and cult favourites. Join Shrek, Donkey, Fiona and Puss for a crazy fairytale adventure. Here you’ll find that Prince Charming isn’t always the good guy…
Cars (2006)
Got the need for speed? Any car lovers in your family? Watch how they jump for glee as they witness cars having their own personalities and how they come to life in a movie where the cars are the humans! Race with Lightning McQueen as he tries to win the Piston Cup!
Monsters Inc. (2001)
Not every monster under your bed is scary… Some are lovable giants who are trying to change the world! Here at Monsters Inc, you’ll join Mike and Sully as they try to return a human girl back to her world. But evil eyes and powers are trying to keep her, ready to use her screams to power their electricity. Is there another way?
Up (2009)
A heartwarming movie about an old man trying to fulfil his wife’s dying wish. To live at Paradise Falls. But instead of hopping on a plane and moving there, Carl decides to fly there…in his house. Will he make it? And will he find any friends or foes along his journey?
Wreck-It Ralph (2012)
Ralph’s gonna wreck it! Join Wreck-it-Ralph and his arcade friends on a fabulous journey to earn Ralph a gold medal. Will that win the affection of his friends or will he have to find a new way to be respected?
Zootopia (2016)
Animals run the world? Have jobs? Wear clothes? What parallel universe is this? Zootopia of course! But something strange is afoot… animals are attacking each other, but why? They’ve lived in harmony for so long, what’s changed? Or who has done something? Join Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as they investigate the mystery.
Spiderman into the Spiderverse (2018)
A truly cool movie, with a comic-book style throughout, it takes animated movies to another level. And of course, who doesn’t love Spiderman? But in this movie, you’ll be introduced to not just one Spiderman, but 7! What are they up to?
The Lego Movie 1 & 2 (2014 and 2019)
A movie produced with your favourite legos? Give me the popcorn! Masterbuilders and legos with a dream to be something different.
Brave (2012)
An underrated Princess who just wants to have control of her life and shoot some arrows. But finds she has some bear problem… Will she be able to change her fate?
Ratatouille (2007)
Can a rat cook? In the Pixar world, they can! Watch how Remy makes delicious dishes and tries to make it on his own in Paris. Will he be accepted by the humans or will
Moana (2017)
An ethereal adventure where Moana who was chosen by the ocean must find the demi-God Maui to help her return the heart of Te Fiti. But, he doesn’t really like being told what to do and he has a little bit of an attitude… Can Moana persuade him to help her? And help restore her beautiful island to what it was?
Upcoming movies for young kids
Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022)
Coming out on 1st July – Discover the untold story of Gru as a 12-year-old with a dream to be named the greatest supervillain in the whole world!
Super Mario (2022)
Coming out 21st December – join Mario and Luigi on another adventure! What are they up to this time?
So, with these fan favourite movies for young kids, hopefully, you’ve found one your kid may have not seen yet? And if not, maybe they’ll find their favourite movie here too. Let’s face it, you cannot beat an animated movie, I still watch them as much as I can. They’re here to last the test of time!
Looking for more things to do with the kids? How about playing some cool board games? Take your teenagers out on days out that will make them smile or visit an ice cream farm for some creamy and sweet goodness, especially when it’s hot!