15 Best Family Movies on Disney+ 2026
Find the top family films streaming on Disney+: Toy Story 4, Mrs. Doubtfire and hidden gems ranked by critic scores and cast favorites—where to watch now.
If you're searching for the best family movies on disney plus 2026, this guide collects timeless crowd-pleasers and hidden gems perfect for movie night. From Pixar's heartfelt Toy Story 4 to Robin Williams' warm comedy Mrs. Doubtfire and the under-the-radar sports hit Like Mike, these picks deliver laughs, heart, and kid-friendly thrills. You'll also find animation shorts such as The Legend of Mor'du and classic wildlife storytelling in Beaver Valley. Read on for quick, age-aware reasons to stream each title and tips for building a watchlist everyone in the house will enjoy.
Table of Contents
- Toy Story 4
- Mrs. Doubtfire
- Beaver Valley
- The Island at the Top of the World
- The Legend of Mor'du
- Like Mike
- White Fang
- Strange Magic
- That Darn Cat!
- Operation Dumbo Drop
- The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes
- The Muppets
- Flubber
- Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken
- Tuck Everlasting
1. Toy Story 4
Year: 2019 | Rating: 7.7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, adventure, comedy, family, fantasy
Woody has always been confident about his place in the world and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that's Andy or Bonnie. But when Bonnie adds a reluctant new toy called "Forky" to her room, a road trip adventure alongside old and new friends will show Woody how big the world can be for a toy.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Josh Cooley
Cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Annie Potts, Tony Hale, Keegan-Michael Key
2. Mrs. Doubtfire
Year: 1993 | Rating: 7.1/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, drama, family
Loving but irresponsible dad Daniel Hillard, estranged from his exasperated spouse, is crushed by a court order allowing only weekly visits with his kids. When Daniel learns his ex needs a housekeeper, he gets the job -- disguised as a British nanny. Soon he becomes not only his children's best pal but the kind of parent he should have been from the start.
Available on: Hulu, Disney Plus
Directed by: Chris Columbus
Cast: Robin Williams, Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan, Harvey Fierstein, Polly Holliday
3. Beaver Valley
Year: 1950 | Rating: 6.9/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: documentary, short, family
The film depicts a young male beaver who must defend his new family against hungry predators, mischievous river otters, and the ever-impending threat of winter.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: James Algar
Cast: Winston Hibler, Mogens Lind
4. The Island at the Top of the World
Year: 1974 | Rating: 6.2/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: adventure, family, fantasy, sci-fi
A Victorian gentleman hopes to find his long-lost son, who vanished while searching for a mysterious Viking community in a volcanic valley somewhere in uncharted Arctic regions. The gentleman puts together an expedition team to go on the search, but when they reach their destination they must escape from some Viking descendants who will kill to keep their existence a secret.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Robert Stevenson
Cast: David Hartman, Donald Sinden, Jacques Marin, Mako, David Gwillim
5. The Legend of Mor'du
Year: 2012 | Rating: 6.1/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, short, family, fantasy
The witch from Pixar's Brave uses magical illustrations to tell the legend of a power-obsessed prince who sought a magic spell that would allow him to wrest control of a kingdom from his brothers, only to destroy that kingdom and his own fate as well.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Brian Larsen
Cast: Julie Walters, Steve Purcell, Callum O'Neill
6. Like Mike
Year: 2002 | Rating: 5.5/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, family, fantasy, sport
Calvin and his friends, who all live in an orphanage, find old shoes with the faded letters MJ connected to a powerline. One stormy night, they go to get the shoes when Calvin and the shoes are struck by lightning. Calvin now has unbelievable basketball powers and has the chance to play for the NBA.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: John Schultz
Cast: Shad Moss, Morris Chestnut, Jonathan Lipnicki, Brenda Song, Jesse Plemons
7. White Fang
Year: 1991 | Rating: 6.7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: adventure, drama, family
Jack London's classic adventure story about the friendship developed between a Yukon gold hunter and the mixed dog-wolf he rescues from the hands of a man who mistreats him.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Randal Kleiser
Cast: Jed, Klaus Maria Brandauer, Ethan Hawke, Seymour Cassel, Susan Hogan
8. Strange Magic
Year: 2015 | Rating: 5.8/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, adventure, comedy, family, fantasy, musical, romance
A love potion works its devious charms on fairies, elves and the swamp-dwelling Bog King as they all try to possess the potion for themselves.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Gary Rydstrom
Cast: Alan Cumming, Evan Rachel Wood, Elijah Kelley, Meredith Bull, Sam Palladio
9. That Darn Cat!
Year: 1965 | Rating: 6.8/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, crime, family, thriller
A young woman suspects foul play when her cat comes home wearing a wristwatch. Convincing the FBI, though, and catching the bad guys is tougher than she imagined.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Robert Stevenson
Cast: Hayley Mills, Dean Jones, Dorothy Provine, Roddy McDowall, Neville Brand
10. Operation Dumbo Drop
Year: 1995 | Rating: 5.3/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: action, adventure, comedy, drama, family, war
Five Green Berets stationed in Vietnam in 1968 grudgingly undertake the mission of a lifetime -- to secretly transport an 8,000-pound elephant through 200 miles of rough jungle terrain. High jinks prevail when Capt. Sam Cahill promises the Montagnard villagers of Dak Nhe that he'll replace their prized elephant in time for an important ritual. But for Capt. T.C. Doyle, the mission becomes a jumbo-sized headache!
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Simon Wincer
Cast: Danny Glover, Ray Liotta, Denis Leary, Doug E. Doug, Corin Nemec
11. The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes
Year: 1969 | Rating: 6/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, family, sci-fi
Some college students manage to persuade the town's big businessman, A. J. Arno, to donate a computer to their college. When the problem- student, Dexter Riley, tries to fix the computer, he gets an electric shock and his brain turns to a computer; now he remembers everything he reads. Unfortunately, he also remembers information which was in the computer's memory, like Arno's illegal businesses..
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Robert Butler
Cast: Kurt Russell, Cesar Romero, Joe Flynn, William Schallert, Alan Hewitt
12. The Muppets
Year: 2011 | Rating: 7.1/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: adventure, comedy, family, musical
When Kermit the Frog and the Muppets learn that their beloved theater is slated for demolition, a sympathetic human, Gary, and his puppet brother, Walter, swoop in to help the gang put on a show and raise the $10 million they need to save the day.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: James Bobin
Cast: Jason Segel, Amy Adams, Chris Cooper, Rashida Jones, Steve Whitmire
13. Flubber
Year: 1997 | Rating: 5.3/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, family, sci-fi
Professor Phillip Brainard, an absent minded professor, works with his assistant Weebo, trying to create a substance that's a new source of energy and that will save Medfield College where his sweetheart Sara is the president. He has missed his wedding twice, and on the afternoon of his third wedding, Professor Brainard creates flubber, which allows objects to fly through the air.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Les Mayfield
Cast: Robin Williams, Marcia Gay Harden, Christopher McDonald, Ted Levine, Clancy Brown
14. Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken
Year: 1991 | Rating: 7.2/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: drama, family, romance
A runaway orphan, young Sonora, persists in a menial job mucking stables in Doc Carver's travelling stunt show. Her great wish is to become a death-defying "diving girl," but Doc refuses her pleas. Undaunted, Sonora's gutsy resolve finally convinces him to give her a break. On the brink of stardom, however, a cruel twist of fate threatens to destroy her dream.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Steve Miner
Cast: Gabrielle Anwar, Michael Schoeffling, Cliff Robertson, Dylan Kussman, Kathleen York
15. Tuck Everlasting
Year: 2002 | Rating: 6.6/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: drama, family, fantasy, romance
Teenager Winnie Foster is growing up in a small rural town in 1914 with her loving but overprotective parents, but Winnie longs for a life of greater freedom and adventure.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Jay Russell
Cast: Alexis Bledel, William Hurt, Sissy Spacek, Jonathan Jackson, Scott Bairstow
Wrapping Up
From animated favorites and family comedies to adventurous fantasy and classic nature films, this selection shows the breadth of kid-friendly storytelling available on Disney+. White Fang and Strange Magic bring options for older children, while smaller shorts and vintage nature pieces offer soothing, nostalgia-rich picks for mixed-age viewing. We prioritized quality—strong reviews, memorable performances, and pacing that keeps different ages engaged—so you can choose with confidence. Bookmark this list and check back often; we refresh the lineup regularly to reflect new arrivals and regional availability. Let this rotating watchlist grow with your family's tastes.
Last updated: July 26, 2026