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The best family movies on Netflix right now

Flick, Roz, and Pinktail in "The Wild Robot."
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If you want to have a family movie night, our list of the best family movies on Netflix right now can save you a time and headaches. The last thing anyone wants to do on movie night is argue over what to watch while flicking through the options, which is why we’ve done the hard part for you. We update this list every month with the best family-friendly options available now.

This May, three movies join the list, including two recent releases that are crowd-pleasers. Read on for the best family movies on Netflix.

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The Wild Robot (2024)

The Wild Robot
85%
PG
102m
Genre
Animation, Science Fiction, Family
Stars
Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, Kit Connor
Directed by
Chris Sanders
Watch on Netflix
Based on the beloved children’s books and a Best Animated Picture Oscar nominee, The Wild Robot was one of the best movies of 2024 and now lands on Netflix. When ROZZUM unit 7134 (Lupita Nyong’o), or “Roz” for short, finds herself shipwrecked on an uninhabited island, she must adapt to the harsh surroundings.

To do that, she befriends the animals of the island, who have been mastering it for generations. But soon, she must pay it forward when she becomes the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling.

Paddington in Peru (2024)

Paddington in Peru
65%
PG
106m
Genre
Family, Comedy, Adventure
Stars
Ben Whishaw, Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer
Directed by
Dougal Wilson
Watch on Netflix
An early hit of 2025, Paddington in Peru heads overseas after Paddington learns that his beloved Aunt Lucy has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears. Along with the Brown family, Paddington heads to the wilds of Peru to look for her, led only by a spot marked on a mysterious map.

Embarking on a thrilling quest through the Amazon rainforest, Paddington and the Browns are determined to find Aunt Lucy, but they also may just accidentally stumble across one of the world’s most legendary treasures.

The Lego Movie (2014)

The Lego Movie
83%
PG
100m
Genre
Animation, Family, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
Stars
Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Ferrell
Directed by
Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
Watch on Netflix
When it first came out, The Lego Movie was a monster hit, which led to a glut of additional movies from the Lego Studios team. The very first one remains the masterpiece. Emmet Brickowski (Chris Pratt), an ordinary Lego figure, is mistakenly believed to be the extraordinary MasterBuilder who was prophesied to save all Legokind from a terrifying and mysterious weapon known as the Kragle. (It’s Krazy Glue.)

Teaming up with the far more competent Wildstyle (Elizabeth Banks), Emmet sets out to stop the evil Lord Business (Will Ferrell) from using the Kragle to glue the entire universe together.

Matilda (1996)

Matilda
72%
PG
98m
Genre
Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Stars
Mara Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman
Directed by
Danny DeVito
Watch on Netflix
Netflix is the hub for Matilda fans, as both the musical and this beloved 1996 adaptation of Roald Dahl’s book are on the streamer now. ’90s child star queen Mara Wilson stars as the titular character, a brilliant little girl who is miserably misunderstood and neglected by her cruel parents, Harry and Zinnia (Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman).

When they put her in a disciplinary school with a sadistic headmistress, Matilda’s only respite is her kind teacher, Miss Honey. Finally, with an adult taking an interest in her, Matilda soon discovers that she has telekinetic powers. After a little practice, she’s ready to stand up to her parents and the psychotic headmistress, Trunchbull.

Big Daddy (1999)

Big Daddy
42%
PG-13
93m
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Stars
Adam Sandler, Joey Lauren Adams, Jon Stewart
Directed by
Dennis Dugan
Watch on Netflix

Teenagers are family members, too, so allow us to propose a PG-13 option. Big Daddy is one of the more family-friendly of Adam Sandler’s litany of 1990s and early aughts comedies, in part because it’s literally about family.

After Sonny Koufax’s (Sandler) girlfriend dumps him because he’s not willing to commit to having a family, a former roommate’s estranged son suddenly shows up on his doorstep by mistake. Seeing an opportunity, Sonny starts taking care of the 6-year-old Julian (Cole Sprouse) in the hopes of winning his girlfriend back.

Rudy (1993)

Rudy
71%
PG
114m
Genre
Drama, History
Stars
Sean Astin, Jon Favreau, Ned Beatty
Directed by
David Anspaugh
Watch on Netflix

One of the most beloved football movies has absolutely no bearing in reality, as the real Rudy was universally loathed, but at least the Hollywood version of Rudy is very inspiring. The indomitable Rudy Ruettiger (Sean Astin) grew up in a steel mill town but only ever wanted one thing: to play football for Notre Dame.

Unfortunately, his grades aren’t very good, he’s not much of an athlete, and he’s half the size of the other players. But that doesn’t stop him, through sheer force of will, from making it to Notre Dame and trying to get on the field.

Uncle Buck (1989)

Uncle Buck
51%
PG
100m
Genre
Comedy, Drama, Family
Stars
John Candy, Jean Louisa Kelly, Gaby Hoffmann
Directed by
John Hughes
Watch on Netflix

It might feel a little dated to some kids, but Uncle Buck is a classic for a good reason. John Candy plays Buck Russell, a rough-around-the-edges bachelor who suddenly becomes the temporary caretaker of his nephew and nieces.

Fully unprepared to be a parent, Buck’s freewheeling style clashes with his eldest niece, his girlfriend, and basically everybody else he meets, all of whom have stern opinions on parenting.

Despicable Me 4 (2024)

Despicable Me 4
52%
pg
94m
Genre
Animation, Family, Comedy, Science Fiction
Stars
Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Will Ferrell
Directed by
Chris Renaud
Watch on Netflix

The Minions are absolutely everywhere these days, so you might as well just accept it and enjoy the ride. So, jump on in with Despicable Me 4! Gru, Lucy, and their three girls welcome Gru Jr. to the family. The baby is immediately intent on making his father’s life as miserable as possible.

However, that’s just the tip of the iceberg because new nemeses in the form of Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) and his girlfriend Valentina (Sofia Vergara) emerge on the scene, forcing the family to go on the run.

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022)

Sonic the Hedgehog 2
47%
pg
123m
Genre
Action, Adventure, Family, Comedy
Stars
Ben Schwartz, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter
Directed by
Jeff Fowler
Watch on Netflix

Paramount’s Sonic franchise has come way back after early concept art leaks went viral and nearly made the first film dead on arrival. Fortunately, the studio got it together and has strung together one of today’s most exciting family-friendly franchises, with Sonic the Hedgehog 3 making waves this past summer. Bridge the gap from the first film to the third with this second film that picks up in Green Hills, where Sonic is settling into suburban life and eager to prove that he’s a real hero.

Sonic gets his chance when Dr. Robotnik returns with a new partner, Knuckles (Idris Elba). Fortunately, Sonic finds his own sidekick, Tails (Colleen O’Shaugnessy), and together they set out on an epic adventure to find a powerful emerald before Robotnik and Knuckles.

Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (2024)

Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
83%
pg
79m
Genre
Animation, Comedy, Family
Stars
Ben Whitehead, Peter Kay, Lauren Patel
Directed by
Nick Park, Merlin Crossingham
Watch on Netflix

Netflix has become the American hub for Nick Park’s Shaun the Sheep and Wallace & Gromit, with plenty of claymation fun for the whole family. In Vengeance Most Fowl, Gromit becomes concerned that Wallace is becoming too dependent on his inventions, a feeling that becomes justified when Wallace’s latest invention — a “smart” gnome called Norbot — develops a mind of its own.

Soon, Gromit realizes that a vengeful figure from the past is behind this latest development, and it’s once again up to him to save Wallace!

That Christmas (2024)

That Christmas
60%
pg
92m
Genre
Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Adventure
Stars
Brian Cox, Fiona Shaw, Jodie Whittaker
Directed by
Simon Otto
Watch on Netflix

Richard Curtis is perhaps best known for writing Love Actually, and he brings that textbook vignette style to a new animated Netflix original for the whole family. Based on his trilogy of children’s books of the same name, That Christmas follows several tales of a particularly memorable Christmas in the coastal town of Wellington-on-Sea.

When the town is rocked by one of the worst snowstorms in years, everyone’s plans are suddenly thrown into limbo. And, yes, that does include Santa Claus’s plans as well.

Shaun the Sheep: The Flight Before Christmas (2021)

Shaun the Sheep: The Flight Before Christmas
g
30m
Genre
Animation, Comedy, Family
Stars
Justin Fletcher, John Sparkes, Kate Harbour
Directed by
Steve Cox
Watch on Netflix

Netflix quietly released this Christmas special featurinh one of Nick Park’s (Wallace & Gromit) classic characters a few years ago, but it’s still a great small watch to enjoy with the whole family.

Shaun the Sheep is predictably excited for the holiday season, but when a farmhouse raid to get bigger stockings for the flock leads to Timmy getting lost, it throws the whole season into disarray. Now, Shaun must find toddler Timmy before he becomes somebody else’s present.

The Secret Life of Pets (2016)

The Secret Life of Pets
61%
pg
86m
Genre
Adventure, Comedy, Animation, Family
Stars
Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, Kevin Hart
Directed by
Chris Renaud
Watch on Netflix

Ever wonder what your pup gets into when you’re gone for the day? Well, it’s probably not what happens in The Secret Life of Pets, but it’s still a fun watch. Terrier Max (Louis C.K.) leads a cushy life as a beloved pet living in a Manhattan apartment building. But when his owner brings home a sloppy mutt named Duke (Eric Stonestreet), Max is none too thrilled.

The duo will have to put their differences behind them, however, to fight back against a white bunny named Snowball (Kevin Hart), who is building an army of abandoned pets to seek vengeance on all the happily cared-for pets and their owners.

Migration (2023)

Migration
56%
pg
83m
Genre
Animation, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Family
Stars
Kumail Nanjiani, Elizabeth Banks, Caspar Jennings
Directed by
Benjamin Renner
Watch on Netflix
In Migration, Mack Mallard (Kumail Nanjiani) is content keeping his family safe and paddling around their New England pond forever. His wife, Pam (Elizabeth Banks), however, is eager to show their kids the world and set out for an adventure. After a migrating duck family regales them with thrilling tales of their travels, Pam finally convinces Mack to head for a tropical Jamaican holiday via New York City. The migration does not go as planned.

Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie (2024)

Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie
87m
Genre
Animation, Comedy, Adventure, Family
Stars
Carolyn Lawrence, Tom Kenny, Clancy Brown
Directed by
Liza Johnson
Watch on Netflix
A SpongeBob adventure for the whole family! This Netflix Original stars Sandy Cheeks in her typically heroic role. After Bikini Bottom and all of its citizens are suddenly scooped out of the ocean, Sandy and SpongeBob venture to Texas to uncover a villainous plot and save all of Bikini Bottom.

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 (2013)

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
59%
pg
95m
Genre
Animation, Family, Comedy
Stars
Bill Hader, Anna Faris, James Caan
Directed by
Cody Cameron, Kris Pearn
Watch on Netflix
The sequel to Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs finds Flint Lockwood (Bill Hader) and his friends forced to leave town after unleashing a torrential downpour of food. Fortunately, Flint will be joining his idol Chester V (Will Forte) at The Live Corp Company, where the world’s best inventors are dedicated to solving the world’s problems. But when Flint’s machine returns to life and starts creating mutant food beasts, he’s forced to once again save the day.

Nimona (2023)

Nimona
75%
pg
102m
Genre
Adventure, Animation, Fantasy, Family
Stars
Chloë Grace Moretz, Riz Ahmed, Eugene Lee Yang
Directed by
Troy Quane, Nick Bruno
Watch on Netflix
One of Netflix’s coolest family-friendly movies, Nimona went a bit under the radar when it was released in 2023. Nonetheless, the hyperstylized, colorful fantasy adventure is well worth your time. After knight Ballister Boldheart (Riz Ahmed) is framed for a murder he didn’t commit, he finds that the only person who can prove his innocence is Nimona (Chloë Grace Moretz), a shape-shifting teen outcast who may also be a monster that he’s duty-bound to kill.

Leo (2023)

Leo
65%
pg
102m
Genre
Animation, Comedy, Family
Stars
Adam Sandler, Bill Burr, Cecily Strong
Directed by
Robert Smigel, Robert Marianetti, David Wachtenheim
Watch on Netflix
Leo (Adam Sandler) is a 74-year-old lizard who has been stuck in the same Florida classroom for decades with his terrarium-mate Squirtle the turtle (Bill Burr). Upon finding out he only has one year left to live, he decides it’s time to break out and experience what the world has to offer. Unfortunately, that proves harder than expected as he gets caught up in the problems of anxious students and their cruel substitute teacher, Mrs. Malkin (Cecily Strong).

Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022)

Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio
83%
8.1/10
pg
117m
Genre
Animation, Fantasy, Drama, Thriller
Stars
Ewan McGregor, David Bradley, Gregory Mann
Directed by
Guillermo del Toro, Mark Gustafson
Watch on Netflix
There have been enough Pinocchio revivals over the past few years that it’s reasonable to ask why Guillermo del Toro thought another one was a good idea. And yet … del Toro’s pleasantly demented mind is sort of perfect for Pinocchio if you think about it. His stop-motion reimagining of Carlo Collodi’s classic tale is a whimsical musical that breathes surprising new life into the world’s most famous puppet who thinks he’s a real boy.

Enola Holmes 2 (2022)

Enola Holmes 2
61%
pg-13
129m
Genre
Mystery, Adventure, Crime
Stars
Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, Louis Partridge
Directed by
Harry Bradbeer
Watch on Netflix
Millie Bobby Brown returns as Sherlock Holmes’ unheralded — yet even more brilliant — little sister, Enola, in Enola Holmes 2. Fresh off of solving her first case, Enola decides it’s time to open her very own agency, just like her brother, Sherlock (Henry Cavill). Unfortunately, she quickly discovers the demand for female detectives isn’t quite what it is for her male counterparts. Struggling to get any cases, Enola is about ready to close up shop when a penniless matchstick girl asks Enola to find her missing sister. The case, however, is far more complex than expected, sending Enola deep into London’s underworld and all the way to the highest echelons of society.

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie (2022)

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie
61%
5.8/10
g
86m
Genre
Animation, Action, Comedy, Family, Science Fiction
Stars
Ben Schwartz, Omar Benson Miller, Brandon Mychal Smith
Directed by
Andy Suriano, Ant Ward
Watch on Netflix
Nickelodeon’s hit YA series got the Netflix Original treatment! In their biggest adventure yet, Leo (Ben Schwartz), Raph (Omar Benson Miller), Mikey (Brandon Mychal Smith), and Donnie (Josh Brener) are the last hope against an alien invasion. In the year 2044, Earth is on the brink of becoming completely conquered by the Krang. In a desperate hail mary, an older Leo and Mikey send their student Casey Jones (Haley Joel Osment) to the year 2022 to help the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles find a key to stop the invasion before it happens.

Too Old for Fairy Tales (2022)

Too Old for Fairy Tales
5.8/10
pg
106m
Genre
Family, Comedy
Stars
Karolina Gruszka, Dorota Kolak, Andrzej Grabowski
Directed by
Kristoffer Rus
Watch on Netflix
Too Old for Fairy Tales is a Polish film that stars newcomer Maciej Karas as Waldek, a spoiled gamer who fills his life with fantasy. But when there is a very real earthquake that forces Waldek apart from his mother, he’s taken in by an unpredictable aunt who introduces a whole new regiment of chores and responsibilities that Waldek has never experienced. Suddenly wrenched away from his precious games, Waldek is put into real-life survival mode, all while learning lessons he didn’t know he needed.

My Octopus Teacher (2020)

My Octopus Teacher
82%
8.1/10
pg
84m
Genre
Documentary
Stars
Craig Foster, Tom Foster
Directed by
James Reed, Philippa Ehrlich
Watch on Netflix
A nature documentary may seem like a bold choice for family movie night, but the Oscar-winning My Octopus Teacher feels like so much more than an educational film. Craig Foster is a professional photographer and videographer who returns to his childhood home at the southern tip of Africa, hoping to recover from burnout. Swimming in the same freezing ocean that he did as a child, Foster soon meets a young octopus who displays remarkable curiosity and intelligence. Foster continues to visit her den and track her movements, eventually earning her trust. The result is an extraordinary friendship that feels like it could only exist in a fantasy movie.

The Sea Beast (2022)

The Sea Beast
75%
7.1/10
pg
115m
Genre
Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Stars
Karl Urban, Zaris-Angel Hator, Jared Harris
Directed by
Chris Williams
Watch on Netflix
The age of monster hunters is alive and well in the animated Netflix original The Sea Beast. And those monsters happen to live in the sea. For years, brave humans have ventured to the sea to wage war against the monsters and make the oceans navigable. The most beloved of all these monster hunters is Jacob Holland (Karl Urban). When little Maisie Brumble (Zaris-Angel Hator) meets her hero in a tavern, she becomes obsessed with the idea of going to sea with him. So, she stows away on Jacob’s legendary ship. When Jacob finds her, he’s not thrilled, but he soon discovers that Maisie is a courageous crew member and unexpectedly useful.

Vivo (2021)

Vivo
66%
6.6/10
pg
99m
Genre
Animation, Family, Comedy
Stars
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ynairaly Simo, Zoe Saldana
Directed by
Kirk DeMicco
Watch on Netflix
Looking for something Encanto-adjacent? A joint effort between Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation, Vivo calls upon the talents of Hollywood music-man Lin-Manuel Miranda to properly weave its animated tale. Miranda not only provides original music to the film, but he also voices the titular character, a magical kinkajou who spends his days serenading alongside Andrés (Juan de Marcos), the creature’s spirited owner. When a chance communication from Andrés’ lost love arrives, the musical duo sets off on a journey to deliver the ultimate love song to the musician’s muse. A kaleidoscopic arrangement of visuals and sound, Vivo is a film filled with heart that bountifully delivers on the beautiful cultural traditions of its Latin-American setting and characters. 
Vivo | Official Trailer | Netflix

We Can Be Heroes (2020)

We Can Be Heroes
51%
4.7/10
pg
97m
Genre
Action, Fantasy, Family, Comedy
Stars
YaYa Gosselin, Lyon Daniels, Andy Walken
Directed by
Robert Rodriguez
Watch on Netflix
Writer-director Robert Rodriguez certainly knows a thing or two about delivering VFX-laden adventure films, centered on the crazy missions of exceptional pre-teen saviors. Serving as a spiritual continuation of The Adventure of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-DWe Can Be Heroes follows the story of Earth’s many superheroes, extraterrestrial supervillains, and the children of the former. When the vile alien invaders take the heroes as their prisoners, the kids, led by Missy Moreno (YaYa Gosselin), must band together to save their families from the intergalactic foe. Tailor-made for younger viewers, We Can Be Heroes comes to life through dazzling visuals, big set pieces, and great acting from its primary players. 
We Can Be Heroes | Priyanka Chopra & Pedro Pascal | Official Trailer | Netflix India

Back to the Outback (2021)

Back to the Outback
58%
6.5/10
pg
92m
Genre
Animation, Family, Adventure, Comedy
Stars
Isla Fisher, Tim Minchin, Eric Bana
Directed by
Harry Cripps, Claire Knight
Watch on Netflix
Back to the Outback is a lively animated film that follows the cat-and-mouse getaway of a group of zoo creatures, led by Maddie (Isla Fisher), a snake looking to get back to the Australian outback where she believes she truly belongs. In tow are friends Zoe (Miranda Tapsell), Frank (Guy Pearce), and Neil (Angus Imrie) — a lizard, spider, and scorpion. With the zoo hot on their trail, the band of reptiles and insects must do everything in their power to make it to the faraway continent in one piece. Leaning heavily on the golden rule to never judge a book by its cover, even if it’s scaly or slimy, Back to the Outback is a fun-filled excursion that the whole family will enjoy.
Back to the Outback | Official Trailer | Netflix

Enola Holmes (2020)

Enola Holmes
68%
6.6/10
pg-13
123m
Genre
Mystery, Crime, Adventure
Stars
Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, Sam Claflin
Directed by
Harry Bradbeer
Watch on Netflix
The Sherlock Holmes legend adds a wrinkle with Enola (Millie Bobby Brown), a much younger sister who has spent her adolescent life learning and experimenting with her brilliant mother in the family’s reclusive mansion. But when her mother goes missing, big brother Sherlock (Henry Cavill) finally comes calling to reassure Enola that he’ll find their mother. Enola, however, has other ideas. She sets out to beat Sherlock at his own game.

Klaus (2019)

Klaus
65%
8.1/10
pg
96m
Genre
Animation, Family, Adventure, Comedy
Stars
Jason Schwartzman, J.K. Simmons, Rashida Jones
Directed by
Sergio Pablos
Watch on Netflix
Jesper (voiced by Jason Schwartzman) is content with living life his own way, and specifically against the will of his Postmaster General father. After being transferred to the isle of Smeerensburg, Jesper is forced to post six thousand letters within the year or risk losing his inheritance. Fortunately for him, a reclusive toymaker named Klaus (J.K. Simmons) lives just around the corner. When the children of Smeerensburg learn about the toymaker, they begin writing letters to Klaus, each hoping they’ll receive a toy. A mesmerizing, hand-drawn interpretation of the Santa Claus mythos, Klaus is a brilliant film and an all-new holiday classic.
Klaus | Official Trailer | Netflix

Pee-wee's Big Holiday (2016)

Pee-wee's Big Holiday
63%
6.1/10
90m
Genre
Adventure, Comedy, Family
Stars
Paul Reubens, Joe Manganiello, Jessica Pohly
Directed by
John Lee
Watch on Netflix
Pee-wee Herman is back in a new adventure in this Netflix original introducing a new generation of fans to the plucky adventurer. When Pee-wee meets a mysterious, inspiring stranger (Joe Manganiello), he decides it’s finally time to take his first-ever holiday, hitting the road for his biggest adventure yet.

The Mitchells vs. the Machines (2021)

The Mitchells vs. the Machines
80%
7.7/10
114m
Genre
Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Science Fiction, Action
Stars
Abbi Jacobson, Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph
Directed by
Michael Rianda
Watch on Netflix
If you’re going to do a family movie night, why not watch a movie about a dysfunctional family coming together? This Lord/Miller (The Lego Movie) animated romp is a ton of fun for everyone. Young Katie Mitchell (Abbi Jacobson) feels a bit like an outcast in her family of outcasts, but she knows she’ll find her people once she leaves for her first year of film school. Worried about losing his daughter permanently, Katie’s dad cancels her flight to LA and decides to do a family road trip instead. However, family bonding time is interrupted by the global uprising of electronic devices, organized by a scorned artificial intelligence (A.I.) named Pal. With the rest of the world rounded up and due for banishment to space, the Mitchells must come together to save their family and the planet.

Benji (2018)

Benji
53%
6.3/10
pg
87m
Genre
Crime, Drama
Stars
Gabriel Bateman, Darby Camp, Kiele Sanchez
Directed by
Brandon Camp
Watch on Netflix
Netflix’s remake of the classic doggy hero tale is a heart-warming, fun adventure for the whole family. Siblings Carter (Gabriel Bateman) and Frankie (Darby Camp) are struggling with a family that’s falling apart at the seams. The only silver lining appears to be Benji, a stray dog that has struck up a special friendship with the children. But when they stumble into serious danger, Benji will have to save the day.
Benji | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix

The Willoughbys (2020)

The Willoughbys
68%
6.4/10
pg
92m
Genre
Animation, Comedy, Family
Stars
Will Forte, Maya Rudolph, Alessia Cara
Directed by
Kris Pearn
Watch on Netflix
Will Forte, Maya Rudolph, Alessia Cara, Terry Crews, Martin Short, Jane Krakowski, Sean Cullen, and Ricky Gervais lend their voices to this computer-animated film based on the book of the same name by Lois Lowry. It’s about the Willoughbys, two neglectful parents, and their unique children who try to survive on their own until a mysterious nanny arrives. Despite the presumably sad subject matter about orphaned children with bad parents, critics loved the film and lauded its silliness that is “anchored in genuine emotion.”
The Willoughbys | Official Trailer | Netflix

Invader ZIM: Enter the Florpus (2019)

Invader ZIM: Enter the Florpus
7.5/10
tv-y7
Genre
Family, Animation, Comedy, Science Fiction, TV Movie
Stars
Jhonen Vasquez, Melissa Fahn, Wally Wingert
Watch on Netflix
While it may not be the same Invader Zim millennials grew up watching, the Netflix-adapted Enter the Florpus will still get the entire family reeling. The story tracks Zim (Richard Steven Horvitz) after the events of the original TV series, seeing the little alien in the throes of an existential dilemma. As he’s fighting for a chance to make a difference and attempting to unlock his true purpose on Earth, Zim’s arch-nemesis plots his downfall in the shadows. Can the little alien gain the confidence he needs to overcome his human rival, or will he only be a memory? With a critics review score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, no family can go wrong with Invader Zim and his Florpus adventures.
Invader Zim: Enter the Florpus | Official Trailer | Netflix

If you’re looking for more films suitable for the whole family, we’ve also rounded up the best family movies on Amazon Prime Video and the best family movies on Disney+.

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The best hidden gems on Netflix right now
Promo art for From Rock Star To Killer.

Did you know that Netflix actually has a hidden gem category that's searchable on the site? It's true, but the streamer's definition of a hidden gem doesn't necessarily line up with our own. For the purposes of this ongoing post, we take the time to throw the spotlight on some of Netflix's shows that aren't getting the attention they deserve. Most of the time, there are plenty of dramas or comedies to choose from.
But in the absence of any worthy scripted hidden gems this month, we're turning our attention to a pair of recently arrived Netflix original documentaries: Gold & Greed: The Hunt for Fenn's Treasure and the provocatively named From Rock Star To Killer. Keep reading, and you'll find more shows off the beaten path among the best hidden gems on Netflix.
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Gold & Greed: The Hunt for Fenn's Treasure (2025)

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The best sci-fi movies on Hulu right now
Sadie Sink in O'Dessa.

Sci-fi fans, is it fair for Hulu to take away all of the Alien and Predator movies for a few months and then trot them back out as if they're fresh additions to the library? Those films should have permanent places among the best sci-fi movies on Hulu, rather than seasonal passes.
Before we eventually readmit some of those films to this roundup, we're throwing the spotlight on a new arrival called O'Dessa, starring Sadie Sink, who was recently cast in the next Spider-Man film. Our other pick for the month is The Prestige, which does veer into science fiction territory in a uniquely entertaining way. You can find these films and the rest of the best sci-fi movies on Hulu below.
If you're curious about what's available in science fiction on other streaming services, we also have guides for the best sci-fi movies on Netflix, as well as the best sci-fi movies on Amazon Prime Video. For more options, check out guides for the best new movies to stream and the best movies on Hulu.

If you're looking for more films to watch, remember that Hulu is part of the Disney Bundle. That includes the basic Hulu subscription (with ads), Disney+, and ESPN+, all for just $17 a month. That's a great deal, and you don't even have to travel to the future for it.

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