32 Best Netflix Movies to Watch with Family

What happens when the entire family including the kids gets together and asks you to play a fun-loving movie? Well, you desperately search for the flick that can live up to everyone’s taste. And that’s the time when a film with a fascinating story minus steamy scenes comes into the picture! To ensure that your family showtime remains incredibly entertaining, Netflix offers a boatload of movies that can appeal to everyone’s preference. From a workaholic mother to a romantic dad to an ambitious little champ, everyone can have a blast at once and enjoy these movies to the fullest. I have rounded up the best family movies on Netflix which you should check out.

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Note: While all the movies included in this roundup are available in the USA, some of them aren’t available for streaming in other countries like India, the UK, Canada, Australia, etc. Also, note that the Rotten Tomatoes ratings are given in the Tomatometer and Audience Score formats. 

It’s no secret that kids love watching superhero flicks loaded with jaw-dropping actions. So, I have made sure the roster has some of the most loved superhero movies of all time. Keeping in mind the taste of the grown-ups, films with plenty of comedy and drama have also been chosen. Oh yes, I have also given a shot to the musical fantasies, so that everyone can break a leg with absolute fun. But before you get to the list, don’t forget to check out our other lists of Netflix movies that you can watch:

1. John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch (2019)

• IMDb: 7.4
• Rotten Tomatoes: 96%/Not Available
• Directors: Rhys Thomas
• Writers: John Mulaney, Marika Sawyer
• Cast: John Mulaney, Alexander Bello, Tyler Bourke, Ava Briglia, Cordelia Commando
• Runtime: 1 hour, 10 minutes

John Mulaney & the Sack Lunch Bunch is a musical comedy movie inspired by classic children’s television series like Sesame Street, The Electric Company, and The Great Space Coaster. The special consists of several skits, musical performances, acts, and activities that appear in between some unscripted interviews and scripted segments of Mulaney chatting with the Bunch. Overall, the special does not convey a single story but presents itself as a mind-blowing entertainer. 

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2. Mary Poppins Returns (2018)

• IMDb: 6.8
• Rotten Tomatoes: 79%/66%
• Directors: Rob Marshall
• Writers: David Magee, Rob Marshall, John DeLuca
• Cast: Emily Blunt, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ben Whishaw, Emily Mortimer
• Runtime: 2 hours, 11 minutes

There is a lot to like in “Mary Poppins Returns”. First and foremost, this musical fantasy film has an enchanting story backed by pretty impressive acting of the lead roles. And the second, Emily Blunt as Marry Poppins, looked magnificent. Based on the book series of the same name by P.L. Travers, it’s a long-awaited sequel of the 1964 Marry Poppins. Set in 1930s London, the film has got everything you would want to set your music-driven fantasy on cloud nine!

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3. Incredibles 2 (2018)

• IMDb: 7.7
• Rotten Tomatoes: 94%/85%
• Directors: Brad Bird
• Writers: Brad Bird
• Cast: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Sarah Vowell, Huckleberry Milner
• Runtime: 1 hour, 58 minutes

Pixar Animation Studios has produced many remarkable movies. And “Incredibles 2” boasts all the qualities to be in the elite league. Written and directed by Brad Bird, this computer-animated superhero movie is the sequel to the Incredibles (2004). The storyline revolves around the Parr family as they have a huge responsibility of restoring the public’s faith in superheroes. As they are up against a mighty foe who is hell-bent on turning the people against superheroes, the task for the Parr family is not going to be easy. But then again, charismatic heroes are born to do incredible things!

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4. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)

• IMDb: 6.6
• Rotten Tomatoes: 83%/51%
• Directors: Tim Burton
• Writers: John August
• Cast: Johnny Depp, Freddie Highmore, David Kelly, Helena Bonham Carter, Noah Taylo
• Runtime: 1 hour, 55 minutes

Are you on the hunt for a top-notch musical fantasy film? If yes, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” would be an exciting option. This flick is based on the 1964 novel of the same name and stars Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka and Freddie Highmore in the prominent roles. The plot is set around Charlie who wins an awesome contest and goes on an exciting tour of the chocolate factory. What happens next? To discover how Charlie weaves magic, play the movie right away!

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5. Ralph Breaks The Internet (2018)

• IMDb: 7.1
• Rotten Tomatoes: 88%/65%
• Directors: Rich Moore, Phil Johnston
• Writers: Phil Johnston, Pamela Ribon
• Cast: John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Gal Gadot, Taraji P. Henson
• Runtime: 1 hour, 52 minutes

Produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios, “Ralph Breaks The Internet” is one of the best comedy movies on Netflix. This computer-animated comedy film is the sequel to the 2012 Wreck-It Ralph. The movie features the voice work of John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer, and Jane Lynch for the significant roles. As for the plot, it follows two best friends named Wreck-it-Ralph and Vanellope Von Schweetz. As Vanellope seems to get bored with Sugar Rush’s tracks, she tells Ralph to add some fun elements into the mix. Unwind this whole movie to find out what happens next.

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6. Wonder (2017)

• IMDb: 7.9
• Rotten Tomatoes: 86% / 88%
• Directors: Stephen Chbosky
• Writers: Jack Thorne, Steven Conrad, Stephen Chbosky
• Cast: Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, Jacob Tremblay, Mandy Patinkin, Daveed Diggs
• Runtime: 1 hour 53 minutes

Based on R. J. Palaciothe’s novel of the same name, Wonder is a tearjerker and inspiring at the same time. The movie introduces us to Auggie Pullman, a 10-year-old boy with a rare medical facial deformity. As he grows up and finally joins a school, life isn’t as easy as other kids for him. The movie was a blockbuster hit and critically acclaimed for its amazing acting performances. Everything in the movie including the story, music score, make-up, and more is worth praising. You will definitely love this one if you find coming-of-age movies charming.

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7. Mary and the Witch’s Flower (2017)

• IMDb: 6.8
• Rotten Tomatoes: 89%/69%
• Directors: Hiromasa Yonebayashi
• Writers: Riko Sakaguchi, Hiromasa Yonebayashi
• Cast: Hana Sugisaki, Yūki Amami, Fumiyo Kohinata
• Runtime: 1 hour, 43 minutes

As an animated fantasy film, “Mary and the Witch’s Flower” excels in most aspects. Based on the Little Broomstick by Mary Stewart, the movie is about a girl called “Mary Smith” who comes across a mysterious flower that can give her the power to become a witch for one night. Personally, I have enjoyed watching this Japanese animated fantasy flick thanks to the awesome story. And, I’m sure you would also love it a lot!

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8. The Little Prince (2015)

• IMDb: 7.7
• Rotten Tomatoes: 93%/84%
• Director: Mark Osborne
• Writer: Irena Brignull, Bob Persichetti
• Cast: Jeff Bridges, Rachel McAdams, Paul Rudd, Bud Cort, Marion Cotillard
• Runtime: 1 hour 48 minutes

“The Little Prince” is the sort of flick that deserves a permanent slot in every watchlist. The best part about this fantasy adventure family drama movie is the storyline which is based on the 1943 novella of the same name written by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The plot revolves around a young girl who meets an elderly aviator and comes to know about a little prince living in the Sahara desert. Unwrap this entire fantasy-driven film to discover the fate of the young girl and if she will ever be able to meet the charming prince!

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9. Little Men (2016)

• IMDb: 6.7
• Rotten Tomatoes: 96%/64%
• Directors: Ira Sachs
• Writers: Ira Sachs, Mauricio Zacharias
• Cast: Greg Kinnear, Jennifer Ehle
• Runtime: 1  hour, 25 minutes

What better way to bring everyone to the same pitch than kickstarting a fabulous drama film like “little men”. The plot of this movie is centered around two best friends who have to face a lot of problems because of their parents’ battle over a dress shop lease. In such a tense situation, will their friendship give up or become even stronger? Having watched this movie, I can say that you would also like to watch this extremely emotional tale of two friends and what sort of challenges they have to encounter.

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10. Shazam! (2019)

• IMDb: 7.1
• Rotten Tomatoes: 90%/82%
• Directors: David F. Sandberg
• Writers: Henry Gayden, Darren Lemke
• Cast: Zachary Levi, Mark Strong, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, Djimon Hounsou
• Runtime: 2 hours, 12 minutes

Shazam! beautifully portrays how family is much more than blood relations. The superhero movie is based on DC comics by the same name. The movie follows teenager Billy Batson as he is chosen by an ancient wizard to be the next champion. Now, Billy must discover more about his powers with the help of his foster brother Freddy to stop the evil. The film showcases the relationship among the foster siblings and how they together can stop evil from overtaking the world. 

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11. My Octopus Teacher(2020)

• IMDb: 8.1
• Rotten Tomatoes: 93%/91%
• Directors: Pippa Ehrlich, James Reed
• Writers: Pippa Ehrlich, James Reed
• Cast: Craig Foster, Tom Foster
• Runtime: 1 hour, 25 minutes

Bagging the award for Best Documentary Feature at the 93rd Academy Awards, My Octopus Teacher documents the year spent by filmmaker Craig Foster as he forge a relationship with a wild common octopus.  The movie provides a great insight into the world of Octopuses. How they live, sleep, hunt, and more. Besides, the emotional bond between Foster and the wild octopus seems natural and lovable. 

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12. The Christmas Chronicles (2018)

• IMDb: 7.1
• Rotten Tomatoes: 68%/78%
• Directors: Clay Kaytis
• Writers: Matt Lieberman, David Guggenheim
• Cast: Kurt Russell, Judah Lewis, Darby Camp, Lamorne Morris
• Runtime: 1 hour, 43 minutes

What about having a go at a fun-loving Christmas film? Directed by Clay Kaytis, “The Christmas Chronicles” can bring a ton of laughter moments to your entire family. The plot is centered around siblings Kate and Teddy Pierce who plan a scheme to capture Santa Claus on Christmas Eve. Discover what happens to their plan and whether or not the naughty kids succeed in capturing Santa alive.

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13. Peter Rabbit (2018)

• IMDb: 6.6
• Rotten Tomatoes: 64%/56%
• Directors: Will Gluck
• Writers: Rob Lieber, Will Gluck
• Cast: Rose Byrne, Domhnall Gleeson, Sam Neill, Daisy Ridley, Elizabeth Debicki
• Runtime: 1 hour, 35 minutes

When you want live-action to light up your movie-watching for everyone including kids, go for “Peter Rabbit”. This computer-animated comedy film is based on the stories of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter. It features the voice of James Corden as the title character. The plot is set around Peter Rabbit, his friend Benjamin Bunny and triplet sisters named Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail as they are mostly busy stealing vegetables from Mr. McGregor’s garden and performing scintillating actions. The fascinating story strapped with fun-filled actions is the highlight of this computer-animated comedy film.

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14. Rescued by Ruby(2022)

• IMDb: 7.2
• Rotten Tomatoes: 100%/90%
• Directors: Katt Shea
• Writers: Karen Janszen
• Cast: Grant Gustin, Scott Wolf, Kaylah Zander
• Runtime: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Rescued by Ruby is a biographical drama film based on true events from Daniel O’Neil’s life. He aspired to become a dog trainer in the k-9 police squad and failed several times. However, things change when he befriends a shelter dog named Ruby and discovers more about her. It is a heartwarming feeling which will leave you with a warm feeling. In addition, if you want to convince your parents to get a dog at home, Rescued by Ruby might rescue you as well.

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15. The Karate Kid (2010)

• IMDb: 6.2
• Rotten Tomatoes: 66%/67%
• Directors: Harald Zwart
• Writers: Christopher Murphey, Robert Mark Kamen
• Cast: Jaden Smith, Jackie Chan, Taraji P. Henson
• Runtime: 2 hours, 20 minutes

The Karate Kid is a remake of the original film from 1984. However, there are some significant changes to the plot like how the setting takes place in China and the martial art style changed from Karate to Kung-fu. Still, the movie producers kept the original name as an homage to the first movie. It follows the life of Dre as a school student of color struggling in China. He decides to take self-defense classes after being heavily bullied by his school rival. The Karate Kid is an inspiring story that you can enjoy with your family. 

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16. The Mitchells vs. The Machines (2021)

• IMDb: 7.7
• Rotten Tomatoes: 97%/89%
• Directors: Michael Rianda, Jeff Rowe
• Writer: Michael Rianda, Jeff Rowe
• Cast: Abbi Jacobson, Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph
• Runtime: 1 hour, 54 minutes

The movie follows the dysfunctional family of the Mitchells. When the girl, Katie, gets a chance to polish her creativity in filmmaking after being accepted to the prestigious California College of Film, the father, Rick, looks at it as an opportunity. Desperate to solidify the bond in the family, he decides to make this journey a cross-country road trip. However, the technology gap between the generations keeps widening. Meanwhile, evolution gave birth to rebellion elsewhere in the universe, and machines overtook and became sentient. When the robot invades the Earth, everything with a chip becomes alive. At last, it comes to the Mitchells to work together and save humanity from the robot apocalypse.

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17. Love and Monsters (2020)

• IMDb: 7.0
• Rotten Tomatoes: 94% / 89%
• Director: Michael Matthews
• Writer: Brian Duffield
• Cast: Dylan O’Brien, Jessica Henwick, Dan Ewing, Ariana Greenblatt, Michael Rooker
• Runtime: 1 hour, 49 minutes

If you find the concepts of monsters appealing, watch Love and Monsters. Joining the ranks of Jurassic Park, King Kong, and Godzilla, this movie put humans against monsters in an epic battle. The plot kicks off when an asteroid strikes the Earth and releases a chemical mutating all cold-blooded animals into huge monsters. After seven years in hiding, lovably hapless Joel embarks on a journey to reunite with his love interest. The movie is highly appreciated by critics for its original story and visual effects. 

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18. Bolt (2008)

• IMDb: 6.8
• Rotten Tomatoes: 89%/74%
• Directors: Chris Williams, Byron Howard
• Writers: Dan Fogelman, Chris Williams
• Cast: John Travolta, Susie Essman, Mark Walton, Miley Cyrus
• Runtime: 1 hour, 36 minutes

No matter how many times you have watched “Bolt”, you would still want to catch some glimpse of it. The computer-animated comedy-adventure film’s storyline is set around a white dog called “Bolt” who thinks that he is blessed with superpowers. Moreover, this belief also inspires him to take a daredevil step and rescue his loving friend ” Penny” who has been kidnapped. But, will the canine star of a fictional sci-fi/action show be able to do the unthinkable in real life?

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19. The Adam Project (2022)

• IMDb: 6.8
• Rotten Tomatoes: 68% / 77%
• Director: Shawn Levy
• Writer: Jonathan Tropper, T.S. Nowlin, Jennifer Flackett, Mark Levin
• Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Walker Scobell, Mark Ruffalo, Jennifer Garner
• Runtime: 1 hour, 46 minutes

Having Ryan Reynolds in the lead role always prepares me for a silly comedy movie. Standing true to the comedy factor, The Adam Project is a package of action, adventure, and sci-fi drama. It revolves around Adam Reed who steals a time traveling jet to visit 2018, but crash lands in 2022. He convinces his younger self to join him in his mission and help him repair the jet while the authorities from the future are tailing him. Will the heroes successfully save the future and at what cost is fun to watch.

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20. Coco (2017)

• IMDb: 8.4
• Rotten Tomatoes: 97%/94%
• Director: Lee Unkrich
• Writer: Lee Unkrich, Jason Katz, Matthew Aldrich, Adrian Molina
• Cast: Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal, Benjamin Bratt, Alanna Ubach
• Runtime: 1 hour, 45 minutes

This gem from Pixar Animation Studios epitomizes the gold standard for animated fantasy films. Oh yes, it is also a great pick for the folks who are huge fans of music. The story is about a 12-year-old boy called “Miguel” who has accidentally been deported to the land of the dead, where he asks his great-great-grandfather to not only help him go back to his family among the living but also reverse his family’s ban on music.

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21. Coraline (2009)

• IMDb: 7.7
• Rotten Tomatoes: 90%/73%
• Directors: Henry Selick
• Writers: Henry Selick
• Cast: Dakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French
• Runtime: 1 hour, 40 minutes

How about trying out a dark fantasy horror film? Due mainly to the intriguing storyline, Coraline can stake the claim of being one of the best horror movies. The film depicts an adventurous girl called Coraline who discovers another world which is an idealized version of her boring home. But she is completely unaware of the fact that the home has sinister secrets.

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22. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)

• IMDb: 7
• Rotten Tomatoes: 86%/72%
• Directors: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
• Writers: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
• Cast: Bill Hader, Anna Faris, James Caan, Andy Samberg, Bruce Campbell
• Runtime: 1 hour, 30 minutes

For a joyful movie-watching, “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” is right on the money. This science-fiction comedy film stars the voices of notable actors like Bill Hader, Anna Faris, Bruce Campbell, and James Caan. As for the storyline, it follows an aspiring inventor called Flint Lockwood who is passionately working to develop a machine that can convert water into food. However, his experiment goes awry and the machine becomes destructive to the world. Can Flint save the world from this deadly machine?

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23. Jumanji(1995)

• IMDb: 7.0
• Rotten Tomatoes: 55%/62%
• Directors: Joe Johnston
• Writers: Jonathan Hensleigh, Greg Taylor, Jim Strain
• Cast: Robin Williams, Bonnie Hunt, Kirsten Dunst, Jonathan Hyde
• Runtime: 1 hour, 44 minutes

The original Jumanji movie always takes me down the nostalgia lane. The plot revolves around a supernatural board game that releases jungle-based hazards on the players at each turn. The movie broke several box-office records at the time of release and grossed $263 million. There was also an unrelated sequel to the movie titled Zathura: A Space Adventure. In addition, there are two indirect sequels following a similar concept starring Dwayne Johnson. 

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24. Enola Holmes Duology (2020 & 2022)

• IMDb: 6.6
• Rotten Tomatoes: 91%/70%
• Directors: Harry Bradbeer
• Writers: Jack Thorne
• Cast: Millie Bobby Brown, Sam Claflin, Henry Cavill, Helena Bonham Carter
• Runtime: 2 hours, 3 minutes

Enola Holmes is a mystery film based on the novel series of the same name written by Nancy Springer. The story follows a young teenage sister of the already famous Sherlock Holmes. She comes to London to find her missing mother but ends up on a thrilling adventure. The movie stars Millie Bobby Brown in the lead role of the young and genius detective with some breathtaking performances from legendary actors like Henry Cavill, and Helena Bonham Carter. After the first part was certified as a hit, a sequel to it was released last year and you must check it out.

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25. Benji (2018)

• IMDb: 6.4
• Rotten Tomatoes: 60%/69%
• Directors: Brandon Camp
• Writers: Brandon Camp
• Cast: Gabriel Bateman, Darby Camp, Jerod Haynes, Angus Sampson
• Runtime: 1 hour, 27 minutes

Even though Benji hasn’t really shattered any massive records, I wouldn’t hesitate in calling it one of the best Netflix originals. This family drama film is actually a remake of the 1974 movie​ of the same name. It’s about two school kids who became friends with an orphaned puppy called Benji. When the kids are kidnapped by robbers, the puppy comes to the rescue out of nowhere. Watch it to discover the unmatched loyalty of a little puppy!

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26. Hugo (2011)

• IMDb: 7.5
• Rotten Tomatoes: 93%/78%
• Directors: Martin Scorsese
• Writers: John Logan
• Cast: Ben Kingsley, Sacha Baron Cohen, Asa Butterfield, Chloë Grace Moretz
• Runtime: 2 hours, 6 minutes

It’s rare when Martin Scorsese chooses to make a family movie, but it happened with Hugo. Based on Brian Selznick’s book The Invention of Hugo Cabret, the film is about an orphan boy who lives alone in a railway station in Paris. The film takes a surprising turn when the boy gets embroiled in a mystery that involves his late father’s invention. The film is set in the 1930s and the director has painted the life of yesteryear in impressive detail. If you have a penchant for a bit of mystery and drama then you are going to love watching Hugo with your family. Not to mention, Hugo won 5 Academy Awards and received 11 nominations for its critical acclaim worldwide. To sum up, Hugo is easily among the best family movies on Netflix and you can’t afford to miss it.

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27. Kung Fu Panda Trilogy (2008, 2011 & 2018)

• IMDb: 7.2
• Rotten Tomatoes: 81%/74%
• Directors: Jennifer Yuh Nelson
• Writers: Jonathan Aibel, Glenn Berger
• Cast: Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, Dustin Hoffman, Gary Oldman, Seth Rogen
• Runtime: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Among all the Kung Fu Panda movies, I particularly love the second installment. Kung Fu Panda 2 makes for a great watch with family because of its incredible animation, storyline, and comedy. The film revolves around Po and the Furious Five who fight against a dangerous peacock named Lord Shen. Lord Shen has an evil plan to conquer China, but Po takes it upon himself to save the country from destruction and mayhem.

Along the way, Po discovers his past secret which changes the story dramatically. If you love the Kung Fu Panda series, you would find that the sequels’ stories are much bolder and the enemies are much more threatening. But that makes it equally enjoyable. So if you want to watch an animated movie on Netflix with your family then Kung Fu Panda 2 and 3 should be your top pick.

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28. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (2019)

• IMDb: 7.6
• Rotten Tomatoes: 87%/88%
• Directors: Chiwetel Ejiofor
• Writers: Chiwetel Ejiofor
• Cast: Maxwell Simba, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Lily Banda
• Runtime: 1 hour, 53 minutes

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is one of the finest movies available on Netflix and you must watch it with your family. The film is based on the real-life stories of William Kamkwamba, a young African boy. The 13-year-old boy has been dismissed from the school because his parents could not afford the fees. However, the boy has immense grit and persistence to succeed at anything. So he sneaks into the library and learns how to build a treadmill. Later, the treadmill saves the whole village from widespread famine. I would say if you want to teach your children the power of persistence and hard work then do watch this movie with your family.

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29. Klaus (2019)

• IMDb: 8.2
• Rotten Tomatoes: 94%/97%
• Directors: Sergio Pablos
• Writers: Sergio Pablos, Jim Mahoney, Zach Lewis
• Cast: Jason Schwartzman, J. K. Simmons, Rashida Jones, Will Sasso
• Runtime: 1 hour, 37 minutes

If you are yearning to watch a good comedy-drama film with your family then Klaus would be my top recommendation on Netflix. It’s an animated film and the plot revolves around Santa Claus. I know it sounds amateurish, but thankfully, the film manages to escape the familiar trope. In fact, Klaus offers an alternate origin story of Santa Claus, different from the historical take of Saint Nicholas of Myra. The movie is set in a fictional 19th-century world where a postman working on an island makes friends with a toymaker. What happens after that would make you laugh and absorb you into the story. In a way, it’s a Christmas film, but with a great storyline and fresh voices. So go ahead and watch Kalus on Netflix with your family and you won’t be disappointed.

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30. The Adventures of Tintin (2011)

• IMDb: 7.3
• Rotten Tomatoes: 74%/74%
• Directors: Steven Spielberg
• Writers: Steven Moffat, Edgar Wright, Joe Cornish
• Cast: Jamie Bell, Andy Serkis, Daniel Craig, Nick Frost
• Runtime: 1 hour, 47 minutes

The Adventures of Tintin is not only a great animated movie, but it can also make a family sit together to watch the wild adventures of Tintin. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this movie makes for a thrilling watch due to its action-adventure theme. The movie follows Tintin, a young reporter who goes on to buy the model of a ship. However, his dog indicates some clue that sets them off on a treasure hunt for a sunken ship. Along the way, he finds assistance from Captain Haddock and they embark on an adventure full of mystery and thrill. To sum up, The Adventures of Tintin is an action-packed movie and you are going to love every bit of it. Make sure to watch it with your family though.

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31. Slumberland (2022)

• IMDb: 6.7
• Rotten Tomatoes: 40%/86%
• Director: Francis Lawerence
• Writers: David Guion and Michael Handelman
• Cast: Jason Momoa, Marlow Barkley, Kyle Chandler
• Runtime: 1 hour 57 minutes

Ever wanted to see the Aquaman fame Jason Momoa starring in a family movie, then you should check out this one. It is a fantasy/musical drama that takes you on an adventurous journey. It’s about a young girl who wants to see her late father after finding a secret map to the fantasy land known as Slumberland. She teams up with an outlaw which is Jason to travel across this magical world to find her father. These kinda fantasy films are perfect for a family watch. Even though the critics didn’t love it, it was loved more by the fans.

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32. Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio (2022)

• IMDb: 7.6
• Rotten Tomatoes: 97%/90%
• Director: Guillermo del Toro
• Writers: Guillermo del Toro, Patrick Mchale, Carlo Collodi
• Cast: Ewan McGregor, David Bradley, and Gregory Mann
• Runtime: 1 hour 57 minutes

While Disney couldn’t revive Pinocchio, Guillermo del Toro came to the rescue with his wonderful stop-motion version of the fabled tale. It tells the story of an Italian man whose wish eventually causes a wooden child to come to life, allowing him to raise the boy. Guillermo expressed the hard work of him and his team to bring the Pinocchio character to life before and they certainly did it. Even though we know the tale, this adaptation is wonderful to watch and should be watched on a family movie night.

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Now that you have got the best family movies on Netflix ready to liven up your showtime, choose the ones that ideally suit the mood of your entire band. One small tip: if the kids are shouting for action-packed movies, go for the superhero flicks. And if the demand is coming from grown-ups, choose films that have a great mix of drama and comedy. But before kickstarting the show, do not forget to share your two cents about this roundup and your favorite picks.

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