Movies based on children's books on Netflix
Last updated April 19, 2024
DreamWorks Shrek's Swamp Stories
2008 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsIn this trio of adventures, Shrek and friends celebrate Halloween with some spooky stories, Puss in Boots is captured by soldiers, and the gang participates in a kingdom-wide singing competition!
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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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Ralph S. Mouse
1987 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 Stars&NFb;Ralph the mouse lives at the Mountain View Inn and loves his motorcycle. When the inn becomes overriden with mice and Ralph's friend Matt the bellboy must leave, Ralph asks his other friend Ryan to take him to school as part of a plan to help Matt.&NFb_;
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The Jungle Book: Mowgli's Story
1998 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsThe Jungle Book adventure continues with this live-action tale starring the beloved characters from Rudyard Kipling's timeless tale, including the wise old panther Bagheera, Baloo the bear and the nasty tiger Shere Khan.
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Curious George: Swings Into Spring
2013 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsGeorge is trying to share the wonders of springtime with his best friend, Hundley. But when Hundley loses his way in the countryside, George takes to the skies in a wild adventure on a hot air balloon to find his pal!
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Disney Animation Collection: Vol. 1: Mickey and the Beanstalk
2009 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsMickey and the rest of the gang star in this collection of stories inspired by fairy tales, including "Mickey and the Beanstalk," "The Brave Little Tailor," "Thru the Mirror," "Gulliver Mickey" and "Mr. Mouse Takes a Trip."
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Disney Animation Collection: Vol. 2: Three Little Pigs
2009 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsThe Three Little Pigs refuse to be scared by a hungry wolf -- and get a crash course in construction -- in one of several Disney versions of children's fairy tales collected in this anthology.
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The Borrowers
1997 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWhen a corrupt attorney (John Goodman) schemes to destroy the house of the normal-sized Lender family, they and the Clock family, a clan of miniature people who secretly reside in the walls of the house, team up to save their home.
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
1968 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsDick Van Dyke stars as quirky inventor Caractacus Potts, whose magical flying car transports his family and lovely lady friend to Vulgaria, a kingdom strangely devoid of children, ruled by the evil Baron Bomburst.
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James and the Giant Peach
1996 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWhen young orphan James spills a magic bag of crocodile tongues, he soon finds himself in possession of a giant peach that flies him away to strange lands. But that's not half as odd as the oversize talking insects he finds living inside the peach.
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Young Sherlock Holmes
1985 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWith the ever-present Watson by his side, future detective genius Sherlock Holmes embarks on an exciting adventure as he attempts to unravel a series of mysterious deaths near the campus of the prestigious Brompton Academy.
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The Cheetah Girls
2003 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsTelevision star Raven (of the eponymous show) moves to the silver screen in this charming film about four New York City girls fighting for fame in the music industry while facing challenges that test their friendship. Based on the wildly popular book series of the same name, The Cheetah Girls also features Adrienne Bailon, Sabrina Bryan and Kiely Williams.
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The Secret Garden
1975 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsSent to live with her rich uncle after the death of her parents, young Mary Lennox finds much misery and mourning. But a magical outdoor discovery changes everything in this family-friendly drama based on the classic children's novel.
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Arthur and the Invisibles
2006 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsTen-year-old Arthur discovers a world of tiny people living in the backyard of his home, which is slated for demolition. A cryptic message leads Arthur to the mini community, where he searches for a rumored treasure in an effort to save his house.
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Lassie
2005 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWhen a poverty-stricken family is forced to sell their precious dog to a wealthy duke who lives more than 500 miles away, the loyal Lassie escapes and braves an incredible journey home in this compelling tale about survival, adventure and love.
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Alice Upside Down
2007 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsIn this charming coming-of-age tale, 11-year-old Alice McKinley's life turns topsy-turvy when her father moves the family to a new town six years after her mother's death. But as Alice tries to adjust, she's sometimes derailed by her imagination.
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The Velveteen Rabbit
2007 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsSent to the house of his stern grandmother for the holiday season, young Toby finds an instant cure to his loneliness when he discovers an attic containing three special toys -- including a stuffed rabbit -- that magically come to life. Featuring the voice talents of Jane Seymour, Tom Skerritt and Ellen Burstyn, this delightful mix of live action and animation is inspired by the classic children's book by Margery Williams.
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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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Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey!
2009 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsThis follow-up to the hit animated feature Curious George finds the playful monkey and the Man in the Yellow Hat traveling cross-country to help baby elephant Kayla find her family. Of course, there's time for plenty of misadventures along the way. The road may be long, but the incorrigible duo proves that teamwork always saves the day. The stellar voice cast includes Tim Curry, Jamie Kennedy, Matt Lauer and Jerry Lewis.
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Jock the Hero Dog
2011 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsThis family animated adventure tells the heartwarming coming-of-age story of a young man and his best friend, a lovable and fearless dog named Jock. Narrated by Donald Sutherland, the story takes place in the beautiful outback of South Africa.
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Black Beauty
1946 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsRaising his motherless daughter, Anne, on his own, widower Squire Sheldon presents Anne with a black colt -- whom she names Black Beauty -- in the hope that by disciplining the horse, she may learn to discipline herself.
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The Tigger Movie
2000 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsA.A. Milne's classic characters are back in this adventure straight from the Hundred Acre Wood. Tigger goes in search of his family tree, hoping to find other Tiggers. Along the way, the boisterous bouncer learns the true meaning of family.
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Doctor Dolittle
1967 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsFed up with human patients, the dogged Doctor Dolittle switches specialties -- and species. After learning to speak hundreds of animal languages, he takes to the high seas as a world-famous veterinarian in search of the Great Pink Sea Snail.
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Charlotte's Web 2: Wilbur's Great Adventure
2003 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsHaving learned the importance of friendship from Charlotte the spider, Wilbur the pig befriends a lamb named Cardigan in this sequel to the classic children's tale. When Cardigan is sold to another farm, however, Wilbur tries to save his new pal.
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A Wrinkle in Time
2003 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsWith help from a neighbor, Meg Murry (Katie Stuart) and her brother, Charles (David Dorfman), search for their missing father, who disappeared while doing confidential government research. Guided by three celestial beings (Alfre Woodard, Kate Nelligan and Alison Elliott), the children travel to the malevolent planet of Camazotz. There, Charles falls under the sway of a coercive power -- leaving it up to Meg to rescue her family.
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