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List of 100 Movies Suitable for Children Under 10
Animated Features
- Kiki's Delivery Service (1989)
- A young witch uses her flying broom to start a delivery service in a new town.
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977)
- Classic tales of Pooh and friends in the Hundred Acre Wood.
- Ponyo (2008)
- A magical goldfish becomes a girl and seeks to live on land.
- The Adventures of Tintin (2011)
- Animated adventures of the intrepid young reporter Tintin.
- How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
- A young Viking befriends a dragon, challenging his tribe's beliefs.
- How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014)
- Hiccup and Toothless explore new lands and face new adventures.
- How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019)
- Hiccup discovers a hidden dragon utopia.
- The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
- Pets embark on adventures when their owners are away.
- The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019)
- Continued adventures of pets facing new challenges.
- The Lorax (2012)
- A young boy seeks to save his town's trees with the help of the Lorax.
- The Boss Baby (2017)
- A suit-wearing baby teams up with his older brother to save the world.
- The Boss Baby: Family Business (2021)
- The Boss Baby returns with a new mission alongside his family.
- Paddington (2014)
- A friendly bear navigates life in London with warmth and humor.
- Paddington 2 (2017)
- Paddington's adventures as he tries to buy a present for his aunt.
- The Muppet Movie (1979)
- Kermit the Frog and friends embark on a cross-country trip to Hollywood.
- The Muppets (2011)
- The Muppets reunite to save their beloved theater from a greedy oil tycoon.
- The Muppets Most Wanted (2014)
- The Muppets face new adventures and challenges while on tour.
- Hotel Transylvania (2012)
- Dracula runs a hotel for monsters, ensuring they live happily without humans.
- Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015)
- Dracula's family navigates new challenges as his daughter grows up.
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation (2018)
- The family goes on a cruise vacation, facing new adventures.
- Hotel Transylvania: Transformania (2022)
- The monsters face new transformations and challenges.
- Minions (2015)
- The mischievous minions embark on a quest to find a new master.
- Despicable Me (2010)
- A supervillain adopts three girls and discovers the joy of family.
- Despicable Me 2 (2013)
- Gru balances his life as a father with his role as a secret agent.
- Despicable Me 3 (2017)
- Gru teams up with his long-lost twin to thwart a new villain.
- Shrek (2001)
- An ogre embarks on a quest to rescue a princess with the help of a talkative donkey.
- Shrek 2 (2004)
- Shrek and Fiona visit her parents, encountering new fairy tale characters.
- Shrek the Third (2007)
- Shrek searches for a suitable heir to the throne of Far Far Away.
- Shrek Forever After (2010)
- Shrek makes a deal with Rumpelstiltskin that changes his reality.
- Madagascar (2005)
- Zoo animals embark on an adventure in the wilds of Madagascar.
- Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008)
- The animals face new challenges as they journey to Africa.
- Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted (2012)
- The gang joins a traveling circus to return home.
- Penguins of Madagascar (2014)
- The penguins go on a mission to save their friends.
- The Good Dinosaur (2015)
- A young dinosaur befriends a human boy in an alternate history.
- Rio (2011)
- A domesticated macaw travels to Rio de Janeiro to find his mate.
- Rio 2 (2014)
- Blu and Jewel journey to the Amazon rainforest to meet their family.
- Sofia the First: Once Upon a Princess (2013)
- Sofia navigates her new life as a princess with grace and kindness.
- Sofia the First: The Floating Palace (2013)
- Sofia and friends embark on a magical adventure.
- Frozen Fever (2015)
- A delightful short film sequel to Frozen, featuring Olaf and friends planning Elsa's birthday.
- Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017)
- Olaf sets out to find holiday traditions for Anna and Elsa, bringing warmth and laughter.
- Winnie the Pooh: Springtime with Roo (2004)
- Roo's adventures as spring arrives in the Hundred Acre Wood.
- Winnie the Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year (2002)
- Pooh and friends celebrate Christmas and New Year together.
- Winnie the Pooh: Seasons of Giving (1999)
- Pooh and friends celebrate the seasons with fun activities.
- Arthur Christmas (2011)
- Santa's clumsy son Arthur sets out on a mission to deliver a forgotten gift.
- The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020)
- SpongeBob and Patrick go on a quest to rescue Gary.
- Paw Patrol: The Movie (2021)
- The rescue dogs face new challenges in Adventure City.
- Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (2023)
- Continued adventures with the Paw Patrol team gaining new powers.
- My Little Pony: The Movie (2017)
- Ponies embark on a journey to save their land from a new threat.
- My Little Pony: A New Generation (2021)
- A new generation of ponies unites to restore harmony.
- Peppa Pig: The Golden Boots (2023)
- Peppa's adventures in finding her special boots.
- Bluey: The Movie (2023)
- Adventures of the lovable Blue Heeler puppy and her family.
- Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Tiger Family Adventures (2022)
- Animated adventures teaching life lessons and social skills.
- PJ Masks: Adventures in Catnap Kingdom (2019)
- Young superheroes' nighttime adventures saving the day.
- The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013)
- A beautifully animated Japanese folk tale about a magical princess.
- Spirited Away (2001)
- A young girl navigates a mysterious spirit world to save her parents.
- My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
- Two sisters encounter friendly forest spirits in rural Japan.
- Ernest & Celestine (2012)
- A friendship blossoms between a bear and a mouse in a whimsical world.
- The Peanuts Movie (2015)
- Charlie Brown and Snoopy embark on a quest to win a football game.
- Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)
- Raya seeks the last dragon to save her divided kingdom.
- Abominable (2019)
- A young girl helps a Yeti return to his home on Mount Everest.
- Wolfwalkers (2020)
- A young apprentice hunts werewolves in medieval Ireland.
- The Mitchells vs. the Machines (2021)
- A quirky family must save the world from a tech uprising.
- Onward (2020)
- Two elf brothers go on a quest to spend one more day with their father.
- Encanto (2021)
- A magical family in Colombia faces challenges as their youngest member seeks her place.
- Ron's Gone Wrong (2021)
- A boy and his malfunctioning robot navigate friendship in a digital age.
- Luca (2021)
- A young sea monster experiences life on land and forms a lasting friendship.
- Turning Red (2022)
- A girl transforms into a giant red panda when she gets excited.
- Lightyear (2022)
- The origin story of Buzz Lightyear, the hero who inspired the toy.
- Vivo (2021)
- A music-loving kinkajou embarks on a journey to deliver a song.
- The Sea Beast (2022)
- An adventurous girl teams up with a legendary sea monster hunter.
- Wish Dragon (2021)
- A young man meets a wish-granting dragon and learns about friendship.
- Missing Link (2019)
- An intrepid explorer seeks a mythical creature in a fantastical world.
- Next Gen (2018)
- A lonely girl befriends a top-secret robot in a futuristic city.
- The Willoughbys (2020)
- Siblings embark on an adventure to find better parents.
- Klaus (2019)
- An animated tale about the origins of Santa Claus in a snowy town.
- Over the Moon (2020)
- A girl builds a rocket to meet a mythical moon goddess.
- The Book of Life (2014)
- A vibrant journey through Mexican folklore and traditions.
- Sing (2016)
- Animals participate in a singing competition to save a theater.
- Sing 2 (2021)
- The animals prepare for a bigger stage to showcase their talents.
- Zootopia (2016)
- A bunny cop and a fox con artist uncover a conspiracy in a city of anthropomorphic animals.
- The Princess and the Frog (2009)
- Tiana's journey to achieve her dreams and find love in New Orleans.
- Tangled (2010)
- Rapunzel's adventure to discover the world beyond her tower.
- Frozen (2013)
- Sisters Anna and Elsa navigate magical powers and family bonds.
- Frozen II (2019)
- Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and friends embark on a quest to discover the origin of Elsa's powers.
- Moana (2016)
- A young girl sets sail to save her people and discovers her true identity.
- Coco (2017)
- A boy's journey to the Land of the Dead to uncover his family's history.
- Ratatouille (2007)
- A rat aspires to become a chef in a Parisian restaurant.
- WALL-E (2008)
- A small waste-collecting robot explores love and humanity.
- Inside Out (2015)
- Emotions navigate a young girl's experiences and challenges.
- Up (2009)
- An elderly man and a young boy embark on an adventure in a floating house.
- Brave (2012)
- A Scottish princess defies tradition to pursue her own destiny.
- Big Hero 6 (2014)
- A young robotics prodigy teams up with his inflatable robot to save the city.
- Tinker Bell (2008)
- Tinker Bell's adventures in Pixie Hollow as she learns to use her talents.
- The Angry Birds Movie (2016)
- Birds team up to save their island from pesky green pigs.
Live-Action Features
- The Secret Garden (1993)
- A young girl discovers a magical garden and helps bring it back to life.
- The BFG (2016)
- A young girl befriends a gentle giant and helps him save the world.
- Charlotte's Web (2006)
- A pig named Wilbur and his spider friend Charlotte form a lasting friendship.
- Matilda (1996)
- A gifted girl uses her intelligence and special powers to overcome challenges.
- Akeelah and the Bee (2006)
- A young girl strives to compete in the National Spelling Bee.
- Ella Enchanted (2004)
- Ella sets out to break her curse of obedience and find her own path.
- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005)
- Siblings discover a magical land and help defeat an evil witch.
- The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008)
- The Pevensie siblings return to aid Prince Caspian in battle.
- A Little Princess (1995)
- A young girl maintains her spirit and kindness despite hardships at boarding school.
- The Parent Trap (1998)
- Twin sisters reunite and scheme to bring their separated parents back together.
- Mary Poppins (1964)
- A magical nanny brings joy and adventure to a family in London.
- Mary Poppins Returns (2018)
- Mary Poppins returns to help the next generation of the Banks family.
- Enchanted (2007)
- A fairy tale princess navigates the real world with charm and magic.
- Annie (2014)
- The beloved orphan finds a new family and pursues her dreams.
- Babe (1995)
- A piglet aspires to become a sheepdog on a farm.
- Babe: Pig in the City (1998)
- Babe ventures into the big city to save his farm.
- Benji (2018)
- A brave dog helps rescue a kidnapped girl.
- Ferdinand (2017)
- A gentle bull defies expectations to find his place in the world.
- Dumbo (2019)
- A young elephant with big ears discovers his ability to fly.
- Dora and the Lost City of Gold (2019)
- Dora leads her friends on an adventure to find her missing parents.
- The Jungle Book (2016)
- A live-action adaptation of the classic tale of a boy raised by animals.
- Matilda (1996)
- A gifted girl uses her intelligence and special powers to overcome challenges.
- E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
- A young boy befriends an alien and helps him return home.
- Free Willy (1993)
- A boy helps a captive orca escape back to the ocean.
- Flubber (1997)
- A quirky inventor creates a bouncy substance that brings his inventions to life.
- The Black Stallion (1979)
- A boy and a wild horse form a deep bond after being shipwrecked.
- The Sandlot (1993)
- A group of young boys enjoy summer adventures centered around baseball.
- Spy Kids (2001)
- Siblings discover their parents are spies and embark on missions to save them.
- Night at the Museum (2006)
- A night guard at a museum discovers the exhibits come to life.
- Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day (2014)
- A boy experiences a series of unfortunate events throughout his day.
- Cheaper by the Dozen (2003)
- A family with 12 children navigates the chaos of daily life.
- The Wizard of Oz (1939)
- Dorothy travels to Oz and befriends new friends on her quest to return home.
- Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968)
- A magical car takes a family on whimsical adventures.
- Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)
- Children tour a magical chocolate factory with eccentric Willy Wonka.
Additional Tips for Choosing the Best Movies for Children Under 10
- Age Appropriateness:
- Ensure the movie content aligns with your child's maturity and sensitivity levels.
- Positive Messages:
- Look for films that promote kindness, friendship, and problem-solving.
- Engaging Animation or Storytelling:
- Bright and colorful animations or captivating narratives can keep young children entertained.
- Shorter Duration:
- Movies around 90 minutes or less are ideal for maintaining attention spans.
- Familiar Characters:
- Characters from favorite books or TV shows can enhance enjoyment.
- Music and Songs:
- Catchy tunes can make the movie experience more enjoyable and memorable.