Rainy day, sick day off school, or just one of those evenings when everyone needs to slow down together — a good family movie is one of the easiest ways to fill a few hours without any planning at all. Pop some popcorn, grab a blanket, and let everyone pick a spot on the sofa.
We’ve put together our pick of 20 fun family movies to enjoy on Netflix, mixing some well-loved classics with a few newer additions. There’s something here for younger kids, tweens, and the grown-ups watching along too.
Fancy a quick taster before you scroll through the full list? Take a look at our video round-up below, then read on for the details on each film.
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Our Pick of 20 Family Movies on Netflix
Beethoven’s 2nd
Our favourite St Bernard dog is back, and the Newtons are in for another adventure when Beethoven falls in love with fellow canine Missy and starts a family of his own. When Missy’s owner tries to sell off the puppies for profit, the Newton kids spring into action to rescue them.
Rating: U
Enola Holmes
When Enola Holmes, Sherlock’s teen sister, discovers her mother has gone missing, she sets off to find her — using her own super-sleuth skills to outwit her famous brother and unravel a dangerous conspiracy.
Rating: 12+
Yes Day
A mum and dad who usually say no decide to say yes to their kids’ wildest requests for one whirlwind day, with just a few ground rules in place.
Rating: PG
Benji
A loyal dog comes to the rescue and helps heal a broken family when a boy and his sister find themselves in serious danger.
Rating: PG
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Pachamama
An award-winning animated film about a 10-year-old boy who dreams of becoming his village’s shaman. When a sacred statue is taken from his Andean village, he and his best friend — along with her smart-talking llama — set off to get it back.
Rating: PG
Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle
A live-action retelling of Disney’s classic The Jungle Book. Human child Mowgli is raised by a wolf pack in the jungles of India, learning the rules of the jungle under the guidance of Baloo and Bagheera — while the fearsome tiger Shere Khan waits in the shadows.
Rating: 12+
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Gnome Alone
A teenage girl moves to a new town and discovers her house is under attack by underground beasts. She soon finds that she and the resident garden gnomes are the only ones who can protect the town.
Rating: PG
The Little Prince
An animated version of the beloved children’s book. The Aviator introduces a young girl to a world where she rediscovers her childhood — and learns that it’s human connection that matters most.
Rating: PG
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The Lorax
A Dr Seuss classic on screen. Twelve-year-old Ted lives in a town without a single tree, and to win the heart of the girl of his dreams, he must track down a real Truffula tree — uncovering the story of the Lorax along the way.
Rating: U
Little Women
The timeless story of the March sisters — Jo, Meg, Amy and Beth — each determined to live life on her own terms. Starring Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlen, Timothée Chalamet, Laura Dern and Meryl Streep.
Rating: U
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Ballerina
Best friends Félicie and Victor escape their rural orphanage in 19th-century France. Félicie dreams of becoming a ballerina and makes her way to the Paris Opera, where she joins a class of dancers auditioning for the lead in The Nutcracker.
Rating: PG
My Neighbour Totoro
Two sisters, Satsuki and Mei, move with their father to a new house in the countryside while their mother recovers from illness. They discover they share their new home with some unusual — and rather magical — neighbours.
Rating: U
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Matilda
Roald Dahl’s much-loved story of a gifted girl who discovers she has the power of telekinesis, and uses it to stand up to her unkind parents and the terrifying school principal, Miss Trunchbull.
Rating: PG
Kung Fu Panda
Po, an enthusiastic and clumsy panda, dreams of kung fu while working in his family’s noodle shop. When he’s unexpectedly chosen to fulfil an ancient prophecy, he must find the hero within to defend his new friends from a dangerous threat.
Rating: PG
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The Bee Movie
Fresh out of college, Barry the Bee finds hive life uninspiring. When he discovers humans have been taking honey for centuries, he sets out to get justice for his kind.
Rating: U
The BFG
A modern take on Roald Dahl’s classic. An orphan meets a kind giant who protects her from the truly terrifying giants who threaten them both.
Rating: PG
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Annie
An orphan believes her parents left her by mistake, until a wealthy businessman selects her to live in his home as a publicity move. As Annie settles in, she still longs to find her real parents.
Rating: PG
Fly Away Home
A 13-year-old girl and her estranged father learn what family means when they adopt an orphaned flock of geese and teach them to fly. Starring Jeff Daniels, Anna Paquin and Dana Delany.
Rating: U
Hook
When Captain Hook kidnaps his children, an adult Peter Pan must return to Neverland and rediscover his youthful spirit to face his old enemy once more.
Rating: U
Paddington
A young Peruvian bear travels to London in search of a home. Lost and alone, he’s taken in by the kindly Brown family — until a museum taxidermist takes an unwelcome interest in this rare bear.
Rating: PG
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Netflix’s family movie selection change often?
Yes — streaming libraries are updated regularly as licensing agreements come and go, so it’s always worth double-checking a title is still available before you settle in.
Are these movies suitable for younger children?
Ratings vary from title to title, so it’s a good idea to check the rating and a quick review for each film against your own child’s age and sensitivities before watching.
What’s a good way to choose a family movie everyone will enjoy?
Mixing it up between animated favourites, classic remakes, and gentle adventure stories — like the picks above — is a good way to keep everyone in the family happy over a run of rainy days.
Where can I find more family movie ideas?
Browse our full range of family movie round-ups, from Studio Ghibli favourites to feel-good classics, for more inspiration for your next movie night.
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