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List of 100 Movies Suitable for Children Under 13
Animated Features
- The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
- Follows the adventures of pets when their owners are away.
- The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019)
- Continues the adventures of pets facing new challenges.
- The Aristocats (1970)
- A family of aristocratic cats must find their way home after being kidnapped.
- The Rescuers (1977)
- Brave mice embark on a mission to rescue a kidnapped girl.
- The Rescuers Down Under (1990)
- The Rescuers travel to Australia to save a boy and a rare eagle.
- The Emperor’s New Groove (2000)
- An arrogant emperor is transformed into a llama and learns humility.
- Bolt (2008)
- A TV star dog believes he has superpowers and sets out to save his co-star.
- Chicken Run (2000)
- Chickens plan a daring escape from a farm to avoid being turned into pies.
- Madeline (1998)
- A spirited girl attends a boarding school in Paris and has various adventures.
- 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.
- Storks (2016)
- The storks face challenges when delivering babies becomes automated.
- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)
- An inventor creates a machine that causes food to rain from the sky.
- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 (2013)
- The food machine creates an island of food, leading to new adventures.
- The Little Prince (2015)
- A young girl befriends an eccentric aviator who shares the story of the Little Prince.
- Arthur Christmas (2011)
- Santa’s clumsy son Arthur sets out to deliver a forgotten gift.
- Happy Feet (2006)
- A tap-dancing penguin seeks acceptance in his community.
- Happy Feet Two (2011)
- Mumble’s son seeks to find his own path while facing new challenges.
- The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea (2000)
- Ariel’s daughter, Melody, longs to explore the ocean.
- The Princess and the Frog (2009)
- Tiana's journey to achieve her dreams and find love in New Orleans.
- Ponyo (2008)
- A magical goldfish becomes a girl and seeks to live on land.
- The Cat Returns (2002)
- A girl saves a cat and is whisked away to the Kingdom of Cats.
- Song of the Sea (2014)
- A young boy and his sister embark on a magical journey to save the spirit world.
- The Breadwinner (2017)
- A young girl disguises herself as a boy to support her family in Afghanistan.
- The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013)
- A beautifully animated Japanese folk tale about a magical princess.
- Ernest & Celestine (2012)
- A friendship blossoms between a bear and a mouse in a whimsical world.
- 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.
- Wish Dragon (2021)
- A young man meets a wish-granting dragon and learns about friendship.
- The Willoughbys (2020)
- Siblings embark on an adventure to find better parents.
- 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.
- Next Gen (2018)
- A lonely girl befriends a top-secret robot in a futuristic city.
- The Book of Life (2014)
- A vibrant journey through Mexican folklore and traditions.
- Trolls World Tour (2020)
- The Trolls discover new musical tribes and unite to save music.
- Despicable Me 3 (2017)
- Gru teams up with his long-lost twin to thwart a new villain.
- Despicable Me 2 (2013)
- Gru balances his life as a father with his role as a secret agent.
- Despicable Me (2010)
- A supervillain adopts three girls and discovers the joy of family.
- Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022)
- The mischievous minions embark on a quest to help a young Gru.
- The Peanuts Movie (2015)
- Charlie Brown and Snoopy embark on a quest to win a football game.
- Winnie the Pooh (2011)
- Classic stories featuring Winnie the Pooh and friends in the Hundred Acre Wood.
- 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.
- Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Tiger Family Adventures (2022)
- Animated adventures teaching life lessons and social skills.
- Bluey: The Movie (2023)
- Adventures of the lovable Blue Heeler puppy and her family.
- Peppa Pig: The Golden Boots (2023)
- Peppa's adventures in finding her special boots.
- My Little Pony: Make Your Mark (2022)
- Continued adventures of the ponies as they protect Equestria.
- My Little Pony: A New Generation (2021)
- A new generation of ponies unites to restore harmony.
- My Little Pony: The Movie (2017)
- Ponies embark on a journey to save their land from a new threat.
Live-Action Features
- The Sound of Music (1965)
- A governess brings joy and music to a widowed naval officer's family.
- The Polar Express (2004)
- A magical train ride takes children to the North Pole on Christmas Eve.
- The Little Prince (2015)
- A young girl befriends an eccentric aviator who shares the story of the Little Prince.
- The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland (1999)
- Elmo embarks on a quest to retrieve his lost blanket in Grouchland.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Little Women (2019)
- The March sisters navigate life, love, and personal ambitions in post-Civil War America.
- The Princess Diaries (2001)
- A clumsy teenager discovers she's the heir to a European throne.
- Home on the Range (2004)
- Three dairy cows set out to save their farm from foreclosure.
- Miss Potter (2006)
- The life story of Beatrix Potter, author of the beloved Peter Rabbit series.
- Ramona and Beezus (2010)
- The adventures of Ramona Quimby and her relationship with her older sister Beezus.
International Films
- Wolfwalkers (2020)
- A young apprentice hunts werewolves in medieval Ireland.
- Klaus (2019)
- An animated tale about the origins of Santa Claus in a snowy town.
- My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
- Two sisters encounter friendly forest spirits in rural Japan.
- Spirited Away (2001)
- A young girl navigates a mysterious spirit world to save her parents.
- The Secret World of Arrietty (2010)
- Small people live secretly in a house and form a friendship with a human boy.
- From Up on Poppy Hill (2011)
- Teenagers in 1960s Japan work together to save their school's clubhouse.
- Mary and The Witch's Flower (2017)
- A young girl discovers a flower that grants magical powers for one night.
- The Boy and the Beast (2015)
- A young boy becomes an apprentice to a beast in a parallel world.
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977)
- Classic tales of Pooh and friends in the Hundred Acre Wood.
- Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea (2008)
- A magical fish transforms into a human girl to live with a boy.
Documentaries and Educational Films
- March of the Penguins (2005)
- Chronicles the yearly journey of Emperor penguins in Antarctica.
- Born to Be Wild (2011)
- Follows the lives of orphaned elephants and orangutans being rehabilitated.
- Planet Earth II (2016)
- Explores the beauty and diversity of Earth's habitats.
- Blue Planet II (2017)
- A deep dive into the world's oceans and marine life.
- Wild Kratts (2011–)
- Educational adventures exploring various animal species and their habitats.
- Octonauts: Above & Beyond (2017)
- The Octonauts embark on missions to explore and protect marine life.
- Nature Cat: The Movie (2017)
- Nature Cat and his friends go on a real-life adventure in the great outdoors.
Family Comedies and Musicals
- Paddington (2014)
- A friendly bear navigates life in London with warmth and humor.
- The Lego Movie (2014)
- An ordinary LEGO figure becomes a hero to save the LEGO universe.
- Sing (2016)
- Animals participate in a singing competition to save a theater.
- Trolls (2016)
- Trolls embark on a quest to save their friends from the Bergens.
- Frozen Fever (2015)
- A delightful short film sequel to Frozen, featuring Olaf and friends planning Elsa's birthday.