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29 Family 90s Movies That Are Still the Bomb

Take a trip down memory lane on your next family movie night with this list of the best 90s movies for kids.

We all know that sharing childhood favorites with our children can be hit or miss, no matter how popular they were back in the day! So we're asking parents to weigh in on the classic movies that today's kids still enjoy.

These funny, iconic, and totally fly favorites are worth revisiting now. What do you think are the best family movies of the 90s?


 
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    Newsies (1992)

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    Tim Ponisciak said:  Have some dancers in your family? Newsies is one you should put on your movie night list! The soundtrack for this movie has many foot-tapping melodies. As an added bonus, mom and dad can see Christian Bale in one of his first movie roles!

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    Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993)

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    Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey is a beloved family film based on the classic book about two dogs and a cat who trek across the wilderness to find their owners.

    Tera Lee Culverwell said:  This is a wonderful movie that the whole family will enjoy! We've watched this over and over! It will definitely keep the family interested.

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    Jumanji (1995)

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    Robin Williams stars in this action-packed family friendly movie about a board game that magically transports its players to the jungles of Jumanji. Players can also bring the jungle to them by opening and playing the board game. It's quite an adventure!

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    The Little Rascals (1994)

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    Follow a group of mischievous children as they navigate the challenges of friendship, love, and competition.

    Maria Castillo said:  Young love! Forts! Club houses! Cart races! Need I say more?! Parents, you know you want to watch it again.

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    Babe (1995)

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    Kelly R said:  A barnyard of talking animals teaches some important lessons about kindness and compassion as Babe the pig tries to make himself useful herding sheep to avoid his likely fate. One of the best family movies from the 90s to share with younger kids!

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    Free Willy (1993)

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    Tim Ponisciak said:  Free Willy tells the tale of a boy looking for a friend and a captive whale. This is a great movie for any kids who need a little encouragement or motivation to break out of their shell. There are also many sequels to the movie if you have kids who love the sea.

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    The Parent Trap (1998)

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    Meeting at summer camp, two girls discover they have more in common than just looks...they're twins that have been separated! The girls set a sneaky and hilarious plan in motion to bring their parents back together.

    Kristy Pepping said:  Great movie! We just showed this to our girls and they loved it.

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    Space Jam (1996)

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    Dawn Denning said:  A team of Looney Tunes enlist the aid of Michael Jordan to play the ultimate game of basketball. Your kids will laugh and learn a lesson in hard work during this fun family movie.

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    What About Bob? (1991)

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    Vanessa M. said:  Bill Murray stars in this classic film that will have your whole family in stitches. When Dr. Leo Marvin wants to enjoy a relaxing vacation with his family, his lovable but troubled patient, Bob Wiley, follows him, wheedles his way into his family, and ultimately drives Dr. Marvin off the deep end!

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    Matilda (1996)

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    Young Matilda must overcome her neglectful family and cruel principal to stand up for herself and what is right. Having special superpowers doesn't hurt. Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman are memorable as Matilda's ridiculous parents. This movie is based on the book by Roald Dahl.

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    Men in Black (1997)

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    Shila said:  In this film, an uncover government agency exists to manage the secret society of aliens on Earth! A pair of top agents, dressed in black of course, uncover a deadly plot to cause intergalactic chaos. When this movie came out in the 90's, it was considered creative and unique. Its theme song was super catchy, too.

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    Fly Away Home (1996)

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    Heartwarming movie about a father and daughter who bond over raising and releasing a flock of orphaned Canada geese.

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    That Thing You Do! (1996)

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    Shila said:  That Thing You Do! is about a small town "Beatles-like" pop band who make it big in the 60s. It's a nice story and the band's music is catchy. Watch all the glory to be had, as well as the challenges of stardom that unfold to this young band while the "Oneders" realize their dream.

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    The Prince of Egypt (1998)

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    Now on Netflix, The Prince of Egypt is an animated musical that retells the biblical story of Moses and his journey to free his people from slavery.

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