20 Best Family Movies on Netflix 2026
Explore family-friendly Netflix picks, from Spider-Verse and Willy Wonka to The Prince of Egypt, with updated favorites for kids, teens, and adults.
Finding a movie the whole household can enjoy is easier when the choices mix laughs, heart, and a little adventure. This roundup brings together animated favorites, live-action classics, and newer crowd-pleasers like Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, The Prince of Egypt, A Dog's Purpose, and The Flintstones. You will also spot family-friendly picks with big fantasy appeal, including Wicked: For Good and How to Train Your Dragon, plus uplifting comfort watches such as Field of Dreams. Whether you want something colorful for younger kids or a story with enough depth for teens and adults, these titles make it simple to build a great movie night.
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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
animation · action · adventure · family · fantasy · sci-fi
Struggling to find his place in the world while juggling school and family, Brooklyn teenager Miles Morales is unexpectedly bitten by a radioactive spider and develops unfathomable powers just like the one and only Spider-Man. While wrestling with the implications of his new abilities, Miles discovers a super collider created by the madman Wilson "Kingpin" Fisk, causing others from across the Spider-Verse to be inadvertently transported to his dimension.
Directed by Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, Rodney RothmanCast Shameik Moore, Jake Johnson, Hailee Steinfeld, Mahershala Ali, Brian Tyree HenryNetflix -
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Field of Dreams
drama · family · fantasy · sport
Ray Kinsella is an Iowa farmer who hears a mysterious voice telling him to turn his cornfield into a baseball diamond. He does, but the voice's directions don't stop -- even after the spirits of deceased ballplayers turn up to play.
Directed by Phil Alden RobinsonCast Kevin Costner, Amy Madigan, Gaby Hoffmann, Ray Liotta, Timothy BusfieldNetflix -
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The Prince of Egypt
animation · adventure · drama · family · fantasy · musical
The strong bond between two Royal Egyptian brothers is challenged when their chosen responsibilities set them at odds, with extraordinary consequences.
Directed by Brenda Chapman, Steve Hickner, Simon WellsCast Val Kilmer, Ralph Fiennes, Michelle Pfeiffer, Sandra Bullock, Jeff GoldblumNetflix -
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Wicked: For Good
drama · family · fantasy · musical · romance
Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West and her relationship with Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. The second of a two-part feature film adaptation of the Broadway musical.
Directed by Jon M. ChuCast Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan BaileyNetflix -
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How to Train Your Dragon
action · adventure · comedy · drama · family · fantasy
On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup stands apart, defying centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society.
Directed by Dean DeBloisCast Mason Thames, Nico Parker, Gerard Butler, Nick Frost, Gabriel HowellNetflix -
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Jumanji
adventure · comedy · family · fantasy
When siblings Judy and Peter discover an enchanted board game that opens the door to a magical world, they unwittingly invite Alan -- an adult who's been trapped inside the game for 26 years -- into their living room. Alan's only hope for freedom is to finish the game, which proves risky as all three find themselves running from giant rhinoceroses, evil monkeys and other terrifying creatures.
Directed by Joe JohnstonCast Robin Williams, Jonathan Hyde, Kirsten Dunst, Bradley Pierce, Bonnie HuntNetflix -
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GOAT
animation · action · adventure · comedy · family · sport
A small goat with big dreams gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world.
Directed by Tyree Dillihay, Adam RosetteCast Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Stephen Curry, Aaron Pierre, Nicola CoughlanNetflix -
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Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
adventure · comedy · family · fantasy · musical
When eccentric candy man Willy Wonka promises a lifetime supply of sweets and a tour of his chocolate factory to five lucky kids, penniless Charlie Bucket seeks the golden ticket that will make him a winner.
Directed by Mel StuartCast Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, Peter Ostrum, Roy Kinnear, Julie Dawn ColeNetflixMax -
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The Flintstones
comedy · family · fantasy
Modern Stone Age family the Flintstones hit the big screen in this live-action version of the classic cartoon. Fred helps Barney adopt a child. Barney sees an opportunity to repay him when Slate Mining tests its employees to find a new executive. But no good deed goes unpunished.
Directed by Brian LevantCast John Goodman, Elizabeth Perkins, Rick Moranis, Rosie O'Donnell, Kyle MacLachlanNetflix -
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Antz
animation · adventure · comedy · family
A neurotic worker ant in love with a rebellious princess rises to unlikely stardom when he switches places with a soldier. Signing up to march in a parade, he ends up under the command of a bloodthirsty general. But he's actually been enlisted to fight against a termite army.
Directed by Eric Darnell, Tim JohnsonCast Woody Allen, Dan Aykroyd, Anne Bancroft, Jane Curtin, Danny GloverNetflix -
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A Dog's Purpose
adventure · comedy · drama · family · fantasy
A dog goes on quest to discover his purpose in life over the course of several lifetimes with multiple owners.
Directed by Lasse HallströmCast Josh Gad, Dennis Quaid, Peggy Lipton, Bryce Gheisar, KJ ApaNetflix -
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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
biography · drama · family
An award-winning cynical journalist, Lloyd Vogel, begrudgingly accepts an assignment to write an Esquire profile piece on the beloved television icon Fred Rogers. After his encounter with Rogers, Vogel's perspective on life is transformed.
Directed by Marielle HellerCast Tom Hanks, Matthew Rhys, Chris Cooper, Susan Kelechi Watson, Maryann PlunkettNetflix -
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Minions
animation · adventure · comedy · crime · family · sci-fi
Minions Stuart, Kevin and Bob are recruited by Scarlet Overkill, a super-villain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world.
Directed by Kyle Balda, Pierre CoffinCast Sandra Bullock, Jon Hamm, Michael Keaton, Allison Janney, Steve CooganNetflixPeacock Premium -
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Soul Surfer
drama · kids & family · sport
The true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.
Directed by Sean McNamaraCast AnnaSophia Robb, Helen Hunt, Dennis Quaid, Carrie Underwood, Kevin SorboNetflix -
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The Angry Birds Movie 2
animation · action · adventure · comedy · family
Red, Chuck, Bomb and the rest of their feathered friends are surprised when a green pig suggests that they put aside their differences and unite to fight a common threat. Aggressive birds from an island covered in ice are planning to use an elaborate weapon to destroy the fowl and swine.
Directed by Thurop Van Orman, John RiceCast Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, Leslie Jones, Bill Hader, Rachel BloomNetflix -
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The Karate Kid
action · drama · family · sport
New Jersey teen Daniel LaRusso moves to Los Angeles with his mother, and soon strikes up a relationship with Ali. He quickly finds himself the target of bullying by a group of thugs, led by Ali's ex-boyfriend Johnny, who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo under ruthless sensei John Kreese. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi, an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate for self-defense and, later, preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai.
Directed by John G. AvildsenCast Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue, Martin Kove, Randee HellerNetflix -
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Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief: Deleted Scenes
short · action · family · fantasy
Accident prone teenager, Percy discovers he's actually a demi-God, the son of Poseidon, and he is needed when Zeus' lightning is stolen. Percy must master his new found skills in order to prevent a war between the Gods that could devastate the entire world.
Cast Alexandra Daddario, Brandon T. Jackson, Logan LermanNetflixDisney Plus -
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The Karate Kid Part II
action · family · sport
Summoned by his dying father, Miyagi returns to his homeland of Okinawa, with Daniel, after a 40-year exile. There he must confront Yukie, the love of his youth, and Sato, his former best friend turned vengeful rival. Sato is bent on a fight to the death, even if it means the destruction of their village. Daniel finds his own love in Yukia's niece, Kumiko, and his own enemy in Sato's nephew, the vicious Chozen. Now, far away from the tournaments, cheering crowds and safety of home, Daniel will face his greatest challenge ever when the cost of honor is life itself.
Directed by John G. AvildsenCast Pat Morita, Ralph Macchio, Pat E. Johnson, Bruce Malmuth, Eddie SmithNetflix -
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Sing
animation · comedy · family · musical
A koala named Buster recruits his best friend to help him drum up business for his theater by hosting a singing competition.
Directed by Garth Jennings, Christophe LourdeletCast Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Seth MacFarlane, Scarlett Johansson, John C. ReillyNetflixPeacock Premium -
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3 Ninjas Kick Back
action & adventure · comedy · kids & family · sport
During a championship baseball match, the three brothers hear that their grandfather in Japan is in trouble, and head out to help him, conceding the match. When they arrive in Japan, they must use all their powers to defend him against his ancient enemy, who has returned to exact revenge.
Directed by Charles T. KanganisCast Victor Wong, Max Elliott Slade, Sean Fox, J. Evan Bonifant, Caroline Junko KingNetflix
Wrapping Up
From animated adventures to nostalgic favorites, these picks give you plenty of choices for an easy family movie night. The mix of genres keeps the page useful for parents, kids, and anyone hunting for a safe, enjoyable stream. Bookmark this guide and come back when you want a fresh option without spending time searching. This list is updated regularly, so the lineup stays helpful as titles change on the service.
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Do I need a Netflix subscription to watch these?
Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Netflix. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026