20 Best Family TV Shows on Netflix 2026
Find family-friendly Netflix picks with action, animation, comedy, and heart—featuring Pokémon, Avatar, Heartland, PAW Patrol, and more.
If you’re searching for the best family TV shows on Netflix, this list makes it easy to find something everyone can enjoy. We’ve pulled together a mix of animated favorites, live-action comfort watches, and high-energy adventures, from Pokémon and PAW Patrol to Avatar: The Last Airbender, Ninjago: Dragons Rising, and Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir. You’ll also find warm, character-driven picks like Heartland and Little House on the Prairie, plus plenty of science-fiction, comedy, and kids’ series that work for different ages. Whether you want a weekend binge or a quick episode after dinner, the selections on this page are built to help families settle in fast.
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Heartland
drama · family
Life is hard on the Flemings' ranch in the Alberta foothills where abused or neglected horses find refuge with a kind, hard-working family. Debts abound and the bank is about to foreclose. Can they keep the ranch running?
Directed by Dean Bennett, Chris Potter, Grant Harvey, Eleanore Lindo, Ken FilewychCast Amber Marshall, Michelle Morgan, Shaun Johnston, Chris Potter, Graham WardleNetflixHuluPeacock Premium -
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Pokémon
action & adventure · animation · comedy · drama · fantasy · kids & family · science-fiction
Join Ash accompanied by his partner Pikachu, as he travels through many regions, meets new friends and faces new challenges on his quest to become a Pokémon Master.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender
animation · action · adventure · family · fantasy · mystery
In a war-torn world of elemental magic, a young boy reawakens to undertake a dangerous mystic quest to fulfill his destiny as the Avatar, and bring peace to the world.
Directed by Oh Seung-hyun, Giancarlo Volpe, Ethan Spaulding, Lauren MacMullan, Dave FiloniCast Dee Bradley Baker, Zach Tyler Eisen, Mae Whitman, Jack De Sena, Dante BascoNetflixParamount Plus -
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The Monster at the End of This Story
animation · short · adventure · family · fantasy
The Monster at the End of This Story is Sesame Street special on HBO Max.
Directed by Arthur Mark Taylor, Mark TaylorCast Eric Jacobson, Ryan Dillon, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, David Rudman, Carmen OsbahrNetflix -
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Avatar: The Last Airbender
action · adventure · comedy · drama · family · fantasy · mystery
A young boy known as the Avatar must master the four elemental powers to save a world at war — and fight a ruthless enemy bent on stopping him.
Directed by Jabbar Raisani, Michael Goi, Roseanne Liang, Jet Wilkinson, Amit GuptaCast Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu, Paul Sun-Hyung LeeNetflix -
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PAW Patrol
animation · adventure · comedy · family
Marshall, Rocky, Rubble, Zuma and Skye are doing their best to protect the people of their town. Led by Ryder, a tech-savvy 10-year-old boy, each of them is equipped with special equipment and together they help anyone who finds themselves in trouble. No task is too big for them and no puppy is too small.
Directed by Charles E. Bastien, Paul H. Brown, Jamie Whitney, Dipesh MistryCast Ron Pardo, Lilly Noelle Bartlam, Kallan Holley, Justin Paul Kelly, Devan CohenNetflixAmazon Prime VideoParamount Plus -
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Little House on the Prairie
drama · family · romance · western
Follow Laura Ingalls, a young pioneer girl who comes-of-age during America's westward expansion, and her family as they travel across the country in search of a new life.
Directed by Kat Candler, Sydney Freeland, Julie Anne Robinson, Sarah Adina Smith, Erica TremblayCast Luke Bracey, Crosby Fitzgerald, Alice Halsey, Skywalker Hughes, Kowen CadorathNetflix -
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Good Mythical Morning
comedy · kids & family
Two "Internetainers" (Rhett & Link) go far out and do the weirdest things, giving you a daily dose of casual comedy every Monday-Friday.
Directed by Morgan Locke, Nicholas Novak, Genji Keen, Sarah Hamblin, Kathryn HitchanCast Lily Cousins, Trevor Evarts, Matthew Carney, Lucas March Strader, Gwynedd StuartNetflix -
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Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir
animation · action · adventure · comedy · family · fantasy · romance
Marinette and Adrien, two normal teens, transform into the superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir when a mysterious evil threatens to destroy Paris.
Directed by Thomas Astruc, Wilfried Pain, Jun Violet, Nicolas Hess, Cyril AdamCast Anouck Hautbois, Benjamin Bollen, Cristina Valenzuela, Bryce Papenbrook, Max MittelmanNetflixDisney Plus -
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Ninjago: Dragons Rising
animation · action · adventure · comedy · family · fantasy · sci-fi
After Crystallized, the 16 realms have abruptly fused into a cosmic unstable dystopia. A Spinjitzu Ninja Master trains a new generation of heroes to find Elemental Dragons before the forces of evil exploit that energy to destroy the world.
Directed by Rich Johnson, Daniel Ife, Shane Poettcker, Allan PhanCast Sam Vincent, Brian Drummond, Deven Christian Mack, Sabrina Pitre, Vincent TongNetflixAmazon Prime VideoPeacock Premium -
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My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic
animation · adventure · comedy · family · fantasy · music · musical
Journey to the enchanted land of Equestria, where unicorn Twilight Sparkle and her pals have adventures and learn valuable lessons about friendship.
Directed by Jim Miller, Denny Lu, Jayson Thiessen, Mike Myhre, James WoottonCast Ashleigh Ball, Tabitha St. Germain, Tara Strong, Andrea Libman, Cathy WeseluckNetflixAmazon Prime Video -
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Sesame Street
animation · adventure · comedy · drama · family · fantasy · game-show · music · musical · talk-show
On a special inner city street, the inhabitants—human and muppet—teach preschoolers basic educational and social concepts using comedy, cartoons, games, and songs.
Directed by Jon Stone, J. Squires Emily, Robert Myhrum, Lisa Simon, Neil SmithCast Caroll Spinney, Jerry Nelson, Frank Oz, Sonia Manzano, Martin P. RobinsonNetflixMax -
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Holly Hobbie
kids & family · drama · music & musical
Holly's a 13-year-old singer-songwriter who's got her best friends and close-knit family by her side, but she's dreaming of ways to save the world - even if it's starting in her own backyard.
Directed by Stefan Brogren, Sarah Glinski, Alison Reid, Faran Moradi, Megan FollowsCast Ruby Jay, Saara Chaudry, Hunter Dillon, Charles Vandervaart, Kate MoyerNetflix -
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Danny Go!
family
Danny Go! is a live-action educational children’s show filled with music, learning and silliness. Created in 2019 by 3 childhood friends in Charlotte, North Carolina, the purpose of the show is to inspire creativity, confidence and kindness in kids from ages 2-7.
Directed by Michael Finster, Daniel ColemanCast Michael Finster, Daniel Coleman, Mindy Coleman, Matthew Padgett, Derrick WoodNetflixAmazon Prime Video -
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The Magic School Bus
animation · adventure · comedy · family · fantasy · sci-fi
An eccentric schoolteacher takes her class on wondrous educational field trips with the help of a magical school bus.
Directed by Larry Jacobs, Charles E. Bastien, Hugh MartinCast Lily Tomlin, Daniel DeSanto, Lisa Jai, Tara Meyer, Stuart StoneNetflixAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumParamount Plus -
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Peppa Pig
animation · short · adventure · comedy · family
Peppa Pig is an energetic piggy who lives with Mummy, Daddy, and little brother George. She loves to jump in mud puddles and make loud snorting noises.
Directed by Mark Baker, Neville Astley, Joris van Hulzen, Phil Hall, Sarah RoperCast John Sparkes, Morwenna Banks, Oliver May, Richard Ridings, Alice MayNetflixAmazon Prime VideoParamount Plus -
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Teen Titans Go!
animation · short · action · adventure · comedy · drama · family · fantasy · horror · musical · mystery · romance · sci-fi
Robin, Starfire, Raven, Beast Boy and Cyborg return in all-new, comedic adventures. They may be super heroes who save the world every day ... but somebody still has to do the laundry!
Directed by Luke Cormican, Peter Rida Michail, James Krenzke, Ken McIntyre, Dave StoneCast Greg Cipes, Scott Menville, Khary Payton, Hynden Walch, Tara StrongNetflixHuluMax -
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Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated
animation · adventure · comedy · crime · family · fantasy · horror · mystery
This incarnation of the popular cartoon series finds Scooby and the gang living in Crystal Cove, a small town with a long history of ghost sightings, monster tales and other mysteries ripe for the sleuths to solve once and for all. But the longstanding Crystal Cove residents, who bank on the town's reputation to attract tourists, are prepared to do what it takes to protect their turf.
Directed by Victor Cook, Curt Geda, Michael Goguen, Lauren Montgomery, Doug MurphyCast Frank Welker, Mindy Cohn, Grey DeLisle, Matthew Lillard, Patrick WarburtonNetflix -
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Henry Danger
action · comedy · drama · family · sci-fi
When 13-year-old Henry Hart lands a job as Danger, the sidekick-in-training to superhero Captain Man, he must learn to navigate a double life balancing the challenges of 8th grade with the crazy adventures of a real-life crime fighter!
Directed by Steve Hoefer, Adam Weissman, Russ Reinsel, Mike Caron, Nathan KressCast Jace Norman, Cooper Barnes, Riele Downs, Sean Ryan Fox, Ella AndersonNetflixParamount Plus -
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Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee
comedy · family · talk-show
Jerry takes his comedy pals out for coffee in a selection of his classic automobiles. Larry David sums it up best when he says, 'You've finally made a show about nothing.'
Directed by Larry David, Jerry SeinfeldCast Michael Richards, Wayne Knight, Jason Alexander, Colleen BallingerNetflix
Wrapping Up
This roundup is meant to save you time and help you land on a show that fits your household, whether you want action, laughs, or something gentle for younger viewers. With classics, newer releases, and a wide range of family-friendly genres, it’s a handy place to start whenever you need the right pick for movie-night alternatives or everyday viewing. Bookmark this page and come back whenever your queue needs a refresh. We update it regularly so the recommendations stay useful as Netflix’s lineup changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is this list updated?
We refresh this list regularly as titles are added or removed from streaming catalogs, so rankings and availability stay current.
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.
How are these family shows ranked?
We rank by a combination of audience rating and current popularity, so you're seeing the family titles people are actually watching right now, not just an old fixed list.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026