Children & Family Movies on Netflix
Last updated December 11, 2023
The Heart of Christmas
2011 | NR | 4.3 out of 5 StarsAustin and Julie Locke are devastated when they learn that their young son, Dax, has been diagnosed with cancer. But with courage, determination and faith, they decide to give Dax one last Christmas -- even if it has to be in October.
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Mulan: Special Edition
1998 | NR | 4.2 out of 5 StarsDisney brings an ancient legend to life in this animated tale of the brave Mulan, a tomboyish girl who disguises herself as a young man so she can fight with the Imperial Chinese Army against the invading Huns.
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The Letter Writer
2011 | NR | 4.2 out of 5 StarsWhen Maggy Fuller receives an old-fashioned letter in the mail from an unknown source, she tracks down the author and uncovers a letter-writer she's never met -- but seems to know her better than anyone.
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Hachi: A Dog's Tale
2009 | NR | 4.2 out of 5 StarsWhen his master dies, a loyal pooch named Hachiko keeps a regular vigil -- for more than a decade -- at the train station where he once greeted his owner every day in this touching drama based on a true story.
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The Perfect Game
2009 | NR | 4.2 out of 5 StarsA seemingly impossible dream of playing baseball for the United States becomes a reality for a group of youngsters from an impoverished Mexican city in this poignant drama based on actual events.
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Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups
2012 | NR | 4.2 out of 5 StarsWhen Mrs. Claus travels to Pineville, the Santa Pups stow away on her sled. The mischievous little pooches soon begin granting joyful wishes to Pineville's boys and girls, but something goes terribly wrong: The Christmas spirit begins to disappear.
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The Mistle-tones!
2012 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsBlessed with a great singing voice, Holly auditions for a legendary Christmas group founded by her late mother. But when their leader gives the slot to a barely talented vocalist, Holly starts her own group and challenges their rivals to a sing-off.
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Ken Burns: The National Parks: America's Best Idea
2009 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsTrace the history of American national parks with director Ken Burns's rousing documentary, which recounts how remarkable heroes fought to preserve nature for all people and offers striking views from Yosemite, Yellowstone and other stunning locales. Narrated by Peter Coyote, this Emmy-nominated program also features the voices of talented actors like Tom Hanks, Andy Garcia, John Lithgow, George Takei and Sam Waterston.
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Flicka: Country Pride
2012 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsWhen Toby takes on a job at a stable with Flicka in tow, the owner's teenage daughter, Kelly, quickly bonds with the wild horse. A budding equestrian rider, Kelly hopes to break Flicka for an upcoming competition, despite her mother's disapproval.
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Lemonade Mouth
2011 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsDetention may seem an unlikely launching pad, but that's exactly what it turns out to be for five high school students who meet there by (mis)chance and form a band that not only rocks their school but becomes a force for good in this Disney musical.
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Christmas Angel
2012 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsWhile writing an assignment for school about Christmas wishes, Olivia Mead begins to notice strange things happening around her. As her wishes start to come true, she becomes convinced that they are miracles linked to a woman she thinks is an angel.
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Happy New Year, Charlie Brown
1986 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsIt's New Year's Eve! Some things, however, don't change with a turn of the calendar page: Charlie Brown still has homework to do on the night of Peppermint Patty's big party. Will he finish in time to land a dance with the Little Red-Headed Girl?
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Let It Shine
2012 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsIn this sparkling take on "Cyrano de Bergerac," an underconfident teen rapper woos the girl of his dreams through his music. Unfortunately for the talented young songwriter, his ladylove thinks his best friend is the one behind the fresh rhymes.
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My Babysitter's a Vampire
2010 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsWhen their parents head out for the evening, Ethan and his little sister get the babysitter of their nightmares: a fledgling vampire named Sarah. Before the night ends, Ethan will have to save his neighborhood from a growing army of the undead!
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Radio Rebel
2012 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsShy student Tara has a secret identity: She is smooth-talking Radio Rebel, a DJ who lends her voice to all kids, popular and unpopular alike. But as the principal closes in on Radio Rebel's true identity, Tara must decide whether to reveal herself.
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A Charlie Brown Celebration
1982 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsIt's a celebration of friendship as Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang compete in a big baseball game and go on a school field trip -- all while Charlie Brown battles a case of "the woozies."
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Secret of the Wings
2012 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsEnjoy an amazing tale about the unbreakable bonds of friendship and sisterhood. When a mysterious force draws Tinker Bell to cross the border into the unknown world of the Winter Woods, she discovers a secret that will change her life forever.
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It's An Adventure, Charlie Brown
1983 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsIn this anthology of stories adapted from Charles Schulz's comic strip, Peppermint Patty thinks a butterfly is a message-delivering angel, while Charlie Brown's head develops a rash that makes it look like a baseball.
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Ken Burns: The National Parks: America's Best Idea
2009 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsThe award-winning documentarian turns his insight and cameras to the history and breathtaking splendor of America's national parks. The words of early naturalists and modern advocates accompany panoramas of Yosemite, Glacier, Redwood and other parks.
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Standing Up
2013 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsA boy and a girl who are ostracized by their peer groups at summer camp decide to run away together after becoming victims of a vicious prank. They soon develop a bond, helping each other overcome adversity and start down the path of self-discovery.
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Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away
2012 | NR | 4.1 out of 5 StarsThis family-friendly fantasy intertwines magnificent artistic and acrobatic performances from some of Cirque du Soleil's inventive shows -- including "Ka" and "O" -- to create a new story that takes viewers into a beautiful, imaginative world.
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A Monster in Paris
2011 | NR | 4.0 out of 5 StarsEmile and Raoul join forces with Lucille, the big-hearted star of the Bird of Paradise cabaret, an eccentric scientist and his irascible monkey to save a misunderstood monster from the city's ruthlessly ambitious police chief.
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Christmas Lodge
2011 | NR | 4.0 out of 5 StarsHoping to cheer up her ill grandfather, Mary seeks to restore the dilapidated lodge where her family spent many happy Christmases, and as she works hard to fulfill her goal, she finds love with Jack, whose own family is deeply connected to the lodge.
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The Emperor's New Groove
2000 | NR | 4.0 out of 5 StarsIn this animated Disney adventure, South American emperor Kuzco experiences a reversal of fortune when his power-hungry adviser Yzma turns him into a llama. Exiled to the wilderness, Kuzco turns to kindly villager Pacha for help.
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Dr. Seuss' The Lorax
2012 | NR | 4.0 out of 5 StarsThis animated adaptation of the incisive Dr. Seuss classic features the voice of Danny DeVito as the Lorax, a forest-dwelling creature who labors to prevent the short-sighted Once-ler from decimating the environment in order to turn a profit.
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