When it comes to movie night, there’s nothing like a classic film to keep everyone captivated. According to Common Sense Media, these movies are a must-see for kids under 12 due to their positive message, wonderful role models, and all-around entertainment value. Frankly, we think they are a must for anyone, of any age. So cozy up on the couch with a bowl of yummy popcorn and enjoy with your family! Here’s the top 50 movies, each one easily standing the test of time.
- Charlotte’s Web (2006)
- Lilo and Stitch (2002)
- My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
- Toy Story (1995)
- WALL-E (2008)
- Babe (1995)
- Beauty & the Beast (1991)
- Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993)
- The Iron Giant (1999)
- The Lego Movie (2014)
- The Lion King (1994)
- Mary Poppins (1964)
- Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
- Moana (2016)
- Modern Times (1936)
- The Muppet Movie (1979)
- Shrek (2001)
- The Sound of the Music (1965)
- Elf (2003)
- E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
- The Wizard of Oz (1939)
- Anne of Green Gables (1986)
- How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
- The Incredibles (2004)
- Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001)
- The Indian in the Cupboard (1995)
- James and the Giant Peach (1996)
- A Little Princess (1995)
- Finding Nemo (2003)
- Song of the Sea (2014)
- Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977)
- Akeelah and the Bee (2006)
- Fly Away Home (1998)
- Howl’s Moving Castle (2005)
- Hugo (2011)
- Frozen (2013)
- Mad Hot Ballroom (2005)
- The Princess Bride (1987)
- Superman: The Movie (1978)
- It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)
- Spirited Away (2002)
- Children of Heaven (1999)
- Hidden Figures (2016)
- A League of Their Own (1992)
- October Sky (1999)
- Remember the Titans (2000)
- Napoleon Dynamite (2004)
- Sense and Sensibility (1995)
- Spider-Man (2002)
- Whale Rider (2003)
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