Children & Family Movies on Netflix
Last updated April 19, 2025
Allosaurus: A Walking with Dinosaurs Special
2001 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsThis moving film centers on the existence of a dinosaur that lived millions of years ago. Uncovered in Wyoming, Big Al -- the most intact Allosaurus skeleton ever found -- gave experts an exceptional look at what this unique dinosaur may have experienced on earth. With incredible special effects and astounding insights, Allosaurus is an impressive and touching look at the world's largest beasts.
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DreamWorks Spooky Stories: Volume 2
2009 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsThe Shrek characters parody Michael Jackson's epic music video "Thriller"; B.O.B., Doc and The Missing Link band together on Halloween to save their town from zombie carrots; and Megamind must save the city after someone presses the Button of Doom.
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Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked
2011 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsWhen Alvin and the Chipmunks board a luxury cruise liner for a little R&R with Dave and the Chipettes, they naturally get themselves into trouble ... and end up "chipwrecked" castaways on a deserted tropical island.
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Shrek the Musical
2013 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsThe greatest fairy tale never told gets a musical makeover in this colorful, Tony Award-winning Broadway production based on the hit movie. The film's lovable characters come to life as never before through a fantastic score of 17 all-new songs.
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Animals United
2010 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsWhen their water disappears, a group of animals in the African savannah sets out on an incredible journey to find a new source. Soon, they discover that humans are hoarding the water to use at a luxury resort.
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DreamWorks Spooky Stories: Volume 2
2011 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsIn this spooktacular collection, Shrek and his pals get funky and freaky in a spoof of the music video for "Thriller"; B.O.B., Doc and the Missing Link band together on Halloween to save their town from a takeover by zombie carrots; and more.
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Elf
2003 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsBuddy the Elf doesn't feel like he fits in amongst the elves of the North Pole. But this Christmas, when he learns that he's adopted, he journeys to New York to save his real father from the naughty list ... and maybe spread a little Christmas cheer.
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The Reef 2: High Tide
2012 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsIn this animated sequel about the scaled citizens of an underwater paradise, Pi once again battles with Troy and his shark gang. Troy captures Pi's wife, prompting Pi and his son, Junior, to do all they can to save her and bring peace to the reef.
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Born Free
1966 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsBorn Free is an excellent and truthful adaptation of Joy Adamson's wonderful book about Elsa, the lion Adamson raised from a cub and then rehabilitated back into the wild. Shot on location in Keyna, the film follows Elsa from cubhood to motherhood. Bill Travers and Virginia McKenna play the Adamsons, and superbly bring to life the joy and heartbreak they and Elsa went through together. Tom McGowan and James Hill direct.
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I Heart Shakey
2012 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsSingle father J.T. and his daughter, Chandler, move from to Chicago with their lovable mutt, Shakey. After missing the fine print in their rental contract, J.T. is forced to find Shakey a new home, while Chandler hatches a plan to keep her pet.
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Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: A VeggieTales Movie
2008 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsThree busboys finally get their chance to be the stars of a dinner theater's swashbuckling pirate show when they're sent back in time to fight real pirates! The trio faces many challenges as they try to return to the present day in one piece.
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Planet 51
2009 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWhen astronaut Capt. Chuck Baker arrives on Planet 51 -- a world reminiscent of American suburbia circa 1950 -- he tries to recover his spaceship and make it home safely with help from an empathetic little green being.
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Unfabulous: Season 2
2005 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsThere's more for Addie Singer to sing about in the second season of this hit series. Addie continues to face -- and sing about -- the ups and downs of school and teenage life with the help of friends Jake, Geena and Zach.
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Tooth Fairy 2
2012 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsTrying to win back his girlfriend, Larry volunteers at her afterschool program, where he accidentally spills the truth about the Tooth Fairy. Suddenly outfitted with his own tutu, wings and magic wand, Larry must fill the job himself as punishment.
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Rugrats Go Wild
2003 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsThe Pickles family sets sail on a cruise ship, but their vacation takes an unexpected turn when they're shipwrecked and stranded on an island. There, the Rugrats cross paths with the Thornberry kids, whose parents are filming a documentary.
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Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil
2011 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsFresh off a top-secret training with the Sisters of the Hood, feisty heroine Little Red teams up with intrepid reporter Wolf to investigate the disappearance of Hansel and Gretel in this animated adventure.
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Standing Ovation
2010 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWith their eyes on a million-dollar prize, five junior high friends (Kayla Jackson, Pilar Martin, Najee Wilson, Kayla Raparelli and Alexis Biesiada) form a girl group and enter a nationally televised music video contest. But they don't count on dirty competition from a rival group (London Clark, Jeana Zettler, Ashley Cutrona, Devon Jordan and Erika Corvette) that will do anything to win. Which tween pop act will come out on top?
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Marmaduke
2010 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWhen Phil and Debbie Winslow (Lee Pace and Judy Greer) relocate from their native Kansas to the sunny climes of Orange County, their big-hearted, havoc-wreaking Great Dane (voiced by Owen Wilson) gets a taste of the dog's life, California-style. Featuring the voices of Emma Stone, George Lopez and Steve Coogan, this family comedy blends live action and computer animation to bring the-beloved, if slobbery, comic-strip mutt to life.
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LeapFrog: Math Adventure to the Moon
2010 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWith firefly Edison as a guide, Tad and Lily launch into space, where math is infinitely useful. The siblings rely on counting, sorting, recognizing patterns and other basic math skills to navigate through space in a rocket ship.
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Happy Feet Two
2011 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsMumble, the tap-dancing penguin who can't carry a tune, returns in this sequel to the hit animated musical. This time around, Mumble has a son. But unlike his toe-tapping father, young Erik has two left feet and struggles to find the groove.
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Jumanji
1995 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWhen two siblings discover an enchanted board game that opens the door to a magical world, they unwittingly invite into their living room a man who's been trapped inside the game for 26 years -- and whose only hope for freedom is to finish the game.
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Zookeeper
2011 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWhen an unlucky-in-love zookeeper tells his romantic troubles to a giraffe, a monkey, a lion and other animals in the zoo, the critters speak up and advise him how to win the heart of the beautiful woman who got away. But will their advice work?
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The Smurfs
2011 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWhen wicked sorcerer Gargamel tries to capture them to use as talismans for his own evil magic, the peaceful blue Smurfs flee their woodland home, pass through a magic portal and find themselves stranded in New York City.
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Aliens in the Attic
2009 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsThe Pearsons' summer rental house has it all: plenty of room, a swimming pool and a space alien camping out in the attic. The kids can't help but love the cute little guy, until they learn that he's not alone, and his buddies aren't as nice. Now, what started as a summer retreat has become a brave quest to save the planet. Ashley Tisdale, Kevin Nealon, Doris Roberts and Andy Richter star in this comic family adventure.
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The Swan Princess
1994 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsBased on the classic tale of "Swan Lake," this animated feature tells the story of Princess Odette, a sweet girl who's turned into a graceful swan by a sorcerer. As a bird, Odette befriends the creatures of the water but hopes to become human again.
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