Best Kids Movies on Netflix
Twenty years and, I dare to say, fifteen years ago if you really wanted to watch a film, either you had some advanced hacker skills and watched it on an illegal website full of ads and some virus or you had to buy and/ or rent. Watching a television series from the first to the last episode was a challenge. You had to commit yourself to the cause to not lose not even one single episode or otherwise you would get lost in the plot. Streaming platforms, such as Netflix, Prime Video and the new hit Disney Plus, changed completely the way we watch and consume content. Watching Netflix is almost as ordinary as watching the news on the tv nowadays. You just need to click on some buttons and in a few seconds, you’re looking at the trailers. Netflix made it so easy that each profile is personalized for us, with picks that we might be interested in and similar ones to our favourite films. If you’re looking for a film to watch with your family on a lazy Sunday and don’t know what to choose, this is the hotlist.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix = Puss in Boots
Year: 2011
IMDb: 6,6
Runtime: 1h 32m
Official Plot: An outlaw cat, his childhood egg-friend and a seductive thief kitty set out in search of the eggs of the fabled Golden Goose to clear his name, restore his lost honour and regain the trust of his mother and town.
Why Watch: Besides being entertaining, this film has interesting characters and background. With a lot of action, the plot will grab any kid attention while also providing a good message about how the choices we make will sooner or later impact our lives and to learn from our own mistakes.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix = The Willoughbys
Year: 2020
IMDb: 6,4
Runtime: 1h 32m
Official Plot: Convinced they'd be better off raising themselves, the Willoughby children hatch a sneaky plan to send their selfish parents on vacation. The siblings then embark on their own high-flying adventure to find the true meaning of family.
Why Watch: Based on the book of the same name by Lois Lowry, this unique film is perfect for providing an adventurous plot while hiding a dark and tough meaning behind it. If your kid isn’t old enough to get the message that family are the people who love us and treat us well and, sometimes, not our blood relatives, don’t worry. The film has amazing visuals, is colourful, funny and very entertaining.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix =Wonder Park
Year: 2019
IMDb: 5,9
Runtime: 1h 25m
Official Plot: Wonder Park tells the story of an amusement park where the imagination of a wildly creative girl named June comes alive.
Why Watch: Although it has a low score compared to other films on this list, this one from Nickelodeon, is worth watching. Very lively, great music and spectacular action sequences. It will make laugh, cry, and reflect. Overall, your kid will learn how important is to be creative and feel encouraged to do their own inventions.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix = Megamind
Year: 2010
IMDb: 7,2
Runtime: 1h 35m
Official Plot: The supervillain Megamind finally defeats his nemesis, the superhero Metro Man. But without a hero, he loses all purpose and must find new meaning in his life.
Why Watch: Megamind takes a new approach when it comes to villains. In this film, the so-called villain is the main character and throughout the plot, we realize Megamind is not that evil. Adults will at some point relate to the protagonist’s story and kids will learn to not judge anyone. Plus, it’s funny and has a happy ending.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix = Hotel Transylvania
Year: 2012
IMDb: 7,1
Official Plot: Dracula, who operates a high-end resort away from the human world, goes into overprotective mode when a boy discovers the resort and falls for the count's teenaged daughter.
Why Watch: Hotel Transylvania is enjoyable, funny, original and despite not having a profound meaning behind it, it will still make you feel good. You will find that monsters have feelings, and they are too good at heart. In general, this film is a great choice for a lazy family afternoon and if you can’t get enough, there are two other films from the Hotel Transylvania.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix = Bee Movie
Year: 2007
IMDb: 6,1
Runtime 1h 31m
Official Plot: Barry B. Benson, a bee that just graduated from college, is disillusioned at his lone career choice: making honey. On a special trip outside the hive, Barry's life is saved by Vanessa, a florist in New York City. As their relationship blossoms, he discovers humans actually eat honey, and subsequently decides to sue them.
Why Watch: The best about this film is that different people will take different messages from it. With light-hearted humour and playful animation, kids won’t take their eyes off the screen. For adults whatsoever, there are different emotional layers of steps you had or will take in your life. Such graduation and the desperation about what comes next, the obligation to stay on the same money-oriented path that society puts you in, going against the systematic racism and so much more.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix = Despicable Me
Year: 2010
IMDb: 7,6
Runtime: 1h 35m
Official Plot: When a criminal mastermind uses a trio of orphan girls as pawns for a grand scheme, he finds their love is profoundly changing him for the better.
Why Watch: Excellent plot, charming, adorable. You will fall in love with every single character and laugh throughout the plot. This heart-warming story is a must-watch with your family. There’s two more follow-up films and a spinoff, The Minions, to emerge even more in this fantastic world.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix = Sing
Year: 2016
IMDb: 7,1
Runtime: 1h 48m
Official Plot: In a city of humanoid animals, a hustling theatre impresario's attempt to save his theatre with a singing competition becomes grander than he anticipates even as its finalists find that their lives will never be the same.
Why Watch: Films with animals acting like humans are always interesting to watch and Sing is not different. Sing will encourage and inspire kids and adults to let their fears aside and follow their dreams. Plus, it’s funny and entertaining and the cast is very talented.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix = Zootropolis
Year: 2016
IMDb: 8
Runtime: 1h 48m
Official Plot: In a city of anthropomorphic animals, a rookie bunny cop and a cynical con artist fox must work together to uncover a conspiracy.
Why Watch: “Being all you can be”, “Follow your dreams”, “Don’t give up” are some of the amazing messages behind the plot. It’s funny with a little bit of drama, very detailed visuals without being overwhelmed, simple with a plot twist. Ultimately, perfect for families to watch together.
Best Kids Movies on Netflix = Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Year: 2009
IMDb: 6,9
Runtime: 1h 30m
Official Plot: A local scientist is often regarded as a failure until he invents the machine that can make food fall from the sky. But little does he know that things are about to take a turn for the worst.
Why Watch: Another book-inspired pick on this list is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. The plot is original and very well written. This film is visually stunning and hilarious and has a wonderful and inspiring story. The meaning behind it is to never give up on your dreams, even if no one believes in your potential.
