The Best Kids Movies on Netflix September 2022
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The Best Kids Movies on Netflix (September 2022)
Movies that offer something for the whole family
By Yoona Wagener Yoona Wagener Writer, Commerce Editor Bowling Green State University Yoona Wagener is a tech editor and writer. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on September 3, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Streaming TV, Movies, & More Netflix Hulu Disney+ Prime Video Apple TV+ Favorite Events The best kid-friendly movies help even the youngest in your family learn new things. They’re also just as fun and insightful for the older kids and adults in the room. Whether you’re looking for a laugh, a timely lesson, or a bit of both for your little ones, these top kids' movies on Netflix deliver wholesome entertainment for everyone in the family to enjoy. 01 of 15My Little Pony A New Generation 2021 —For Fans of Glitter and Nigh-Unbearable Cuteness
Netflix IMDb Rating: 7.2/10 Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Starring: Elizabeth Perkins, James Marsden, Vanessa Hudgens Motion Picture Rating: PG Runtime: 1 hour, 30 minutes The latest offering from the My Little Pony franchise sees three ponies teaming up to help the land of Equestria, which has lost all of its magic. Idealistic Earth Pony Sunny (Vanessa Hudgens) is determined to bring magic back and reunite the various pony factions. She's helped by exuberant Unicorn Izzy (Kimiko Glenn), fellow Earth Pony Hitch (James Marsden), and many others. Anyone who's a fan of the long-running multimedia franchise will undoubtedly enjoy the ponies' latest adventures. Watch 'My Little Pony: A New Generation' on Netflix 02 of 15Vivo 2021 Sony' s First-Ever Musical Adventure
Sony Pictures IMDb Rating: 6.8/10 Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Starring: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ynairaly Simo, Zoe Saldana Motion Picture Rating: PG Runtime: 1 hour, 43 minutes Vivo is an animated musical from Sony Pictures and Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda. Featuring an all-new original soundtrack from Miranda, it tells the story of a kinkajou who embarks on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to deliver a love song for an old friend. Watch 'Vivo' on Netflix 03 of 15Trollhunters Rise of the Titans 2021 —Concluding the Tales of Arcadia Trilogy
Dreamworks IMDb Rating: 8.0/10 Genre: Animated, Action, Adventure Starring: Emile Hirsch, Nick Offerman, Steven Yeun Director: Johane Matte, Francisco Ruiz-Velasco, Andrew L. Schmidt Motion Picture Rating: TV-Y7 Runtime: 1 hour, 44 minutes Rise of the Titans is the follow-up to Dreamworks and director Guillermo del Toro's Tales of Arcadia series. Characters from all three installments—Trollhunters, 3Below, and Wizards—must band together to defeat the evil Arcane Order and the ancient titans it summons in its attempt to destroy the world. Critics have praised the Trollhunters series for its animation, its darker storytelling, and its voice acting. It was nominated for nine Daytime Emmy Awards in 2017. Fans should enjoy this conclusion to the story, while newcomers can catch up on the rest of the Tales of Arcadia series on Netflix first before watching the finale. Watch 'Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans' on Netflix 04 of 15Finding ' Ohana 2021 Goonies for Generation Z
Netflix IMDb Rating: 6.1/10 Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy Starring: Kelly Hu, Ke Huy Quan, Lindsay Watson Director: Jude Weng Motion Picture Rating: PG Runtime: 2 hours, 3 minutes Two siblings from Brooklyn reluctantly head to Hawaii to visit their grandpa but end up on a life-changing adventure. Part Goonies, part Indiana Jones, this uplifting Netflix original is also a lively celebration of Hawaiian culture. This adventure highlights family togetherness and pride in one’s heritage. Watch 'Finding 'Ohana' on Netflix 05 of 15Canvas 2020 A Short Film With a Profound Message
Netflix IMDb Rating: 6.5/10 Genre: Animation, Short, Drama Director: Frank E. Abney III Motion Picture Rating: G Runtime: 9 minutes While this dialog-free short film is just 9 minutes, it’s a moving story about a grandfather who makes his way back toward his passion, painting, with the support of his granddaughter and daughter. This short movie does acknowledge death (gently) and could spark a healing conversation with a young one.Watch 'Canvas' on Netflix 06 of 15
Home Team 2022 A Crude Football Comedy Based on a True Story
Netflix IMDb Rating: 5.8/10 Genre: Comedy, Sports Starring: Kevin James, Taylor Lautner Director: Charles Francis Kinnane, Daniel Kinnane Motion Picture Rating: PG Runtime: 1 hour, 35 minutes This football comedy stars Kevin James as a fictionalized version of Sean Peyton, the NFL football coach who was suspended for an entire season over a bounty scandal where players were rewarded for injuring the opposing team. During his downtime, the film's Peyton returns to his hometown, where he tries to reconnect with his 12-year-old son by coaching his football team.Watch 'Home Team' on Netflix 07 of 15
Back to the Outback 2021 A Film About Finding a Place to Fit In
Netflix IMDb Rating: 6.7/10 Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Starring: Isla Fisher, Guy Pearce, Tim Minchin Director: Harry Cripps, Clare Knight Motion Picture Rating: PG Runtime: 1 hour, 35 minutes Australia is known for having some of the world's deadliest creatures. But, when some of them get tired of being gawked at while in captivity, they escape and head back to the Outback. There's Maddie, a sweet but poisonous snake; a cocky Thorny Devil lizard named Zoe; a lovelorn hairy spider named Frank; and the sensitive scorpion Nigel. They're joined on their mission by their nemesis Pretty Boy, an annoying koala. Featuring a big cast of talented voice actors, the film promises to be a fun time.Watch 'Back to the Outback' on Netflix 08 of 15
Tall Girl 2 2022 A Sequel That Stands Above the Rest
Netflix IMDb Rating: 4.7 Genre: Comedy, Drama, Family Starring: Ava Michelle, Griffin Gluck, Sabrina Carpenter Director: Emily Ting Motion Picture Rating: PG Runtime: 1 hour, 37 minutes Once a social outcast, Jodi (Ava Michelle) is now the main character in her high school's big musical. The newfound popularity starts going to her head, putting a strain on Jodi's relationship with her new boyfriend Jack (Griffin Gluck). Tall Girl is the latest Netflix original to get a well-deserved sequel. Like the first movie, Tall Girl 2 has a positive message for kids and teens. Adults might like it, too. Watch 'Tall Girl 2' on Netflix 09 of 15Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal The Movie 2021 Return of an Anime Icon
Toei Animation IMDb Rating: 7.3/10 Genre: Animated, Action, Adventure Starring: Kotono Mitsuishi, Stephanie Sheh (English version), Kate Higgins (English version) Director: Chiaki Kon Motion Picture Rating: TV-14 Runtime: 2 hours, 40 minutes This two-part Netflix film brings back iconic anime magical girl Sailor Moon and her friends in all their pastel-colored glory. For the uninitiated, the Sailor Moon series is about a young girl who befriends a magical cat named Luna that lets her turn into a hero via the flashiest, most elaborate transformation sequences ever put on celluloid. In Eternal, she meets Pegasus, who's searching for someone who can break the seal of the Golden Crystal, while a creepy circus seeks the Silver Crystal in hopes of using it to dominate the universe. Anyone who's followed Sailor Moon's exploits for the last few decades is in for a treat. Watch 'Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal The Movie' on Netflix 10 of 15The Loud House Movie 2021 The Popular Nickelodeon Series Gets a Feature Film
Netflix IMDb Rating: 6.5/10 Genre: Animation Starring: David Tennant, Grey Griffin, Michelle Gomez Motion Picture Rating: TV-Y7 Runtime: 1 hour, 23 minutes Based on the popular Nickelodeon series, The Loud House Movie sees Lincoln Loud, his boisterous ten sisters, and his parents head to Scotland. There they learn they're related to royalty. It promises to be as witty and wholesome as the television series. Watch 'The Loud House Movie' on Netflix 11 of 15The Mitchells vs the Machines 2021 It' s Like a Kid-Friendly ' Maximum Overdrive'
Netflix IMDb Rating: 7.8/10 Genre: Animated, Adventure Starring: Abbi Jacobson, Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph Director: Michael Rianda Motion Picture Rating: PG Runtime: 1 hour, 53 minutes Katie Mitchell is a teen heading out on a road trip with her family to start her first year of film school. The only thing standing in her way? An army of electronic devices that suddenly developed sentience and decided to go on the attack. The Mitchells vs. the Machines is a fun and energetic adventure film. Kids will enjoy the silliness and hyperactive action, while parents can enjoy the deadpan humor and a heartwarming theme about family bonding. Watch 'The Mitchells vs. the Machines' on Netflix 12 of 15Confessions of an Invisible Girl 2021 A Sweet Brazilian Film About Fitting In
Netflix IMDb Rating: 5.2/10 Genre: Comedy, Drama Starring: Klara Castanho, Júlia Rabello, Stepan Nercessian Director: Bruno Garotti Motion Picture Rating: TV-PG Runtime: 1 hour, 31 minutes Anyone who's ever felt like they don't quite fit in will enjoy this sweet Brazilian teen movie. Tetê is a socially awkward girl who feels alone both at school and at home. But when her parents are forced to move the family to Copacabana and she starts over at a new school, Tetê is determined to change for the better. Whether or not the school's queen bee lets her is another story.Watch 'Confessions of an Invisible Girl' on Netflix 13 of 15
Mirai 2018 A Nod of Encouragement for Older Siblings
Toho Co., Ltd. IMDb Rating: 7.0/10 Genre: Animation, Adventure, Drama Starring: Rebecca Hall, Daniel Dae Kim, John Cho Director: Mamoru Hosoda Motion Picture Rating: PG Runtime: 1 hour, 38 minutes When his new baby sister arrives, young Kun struggles with feeling like he’s an afterthought. He seeks refuge in the garden, which magically transports him in time to meet various family members. Each journey the young boy takes gives him a newfound appreciation of his loved ones and helps him embrace his new sibling. This mellow anime imparts a tender message of reassurance for children adjusting to becoming an older sibling for the first time. Watch 'Mirai' on Netflix 14 of 15Nightbooks 2021 A Fun Horror Romp Suitable for Younger Viewers
Netflix IMDb Rating: 5.8/10 Genre: Fantasy, Horror Starring: Krysten Ritter, Winslow Fegley, Lidya Jewett Director: David Yarovesky Motion Picture Rating: TV-PG Runtime: 1 hour, 43 minutes Alex (Winslow Fegley) is an imaginative young boy who loves scary stories. When he discovers an evil witch (Krysten Ritter) living in his apartment building, she captures him and demands he tell her a new spooky tale each night. He meets another prisoner named Yasmin (Lidya Jewett), and together they seek a way to escape. Whimsical and genuinely spooky at times, it's a good introduction to the horror genre for younger viewers, while older viewers will appreciate Ritter's fun performance as the evil witch.Watch 'Nightbooks' on Netflix 15 of 15