37 Best Family Movies on Netflix in October 2025

It's up to the Mitchell family to stop a robot apocalypse from destroying humanity...however ill-equipped they may seem.

Alexandra F. said:  My teen and I loved this movie! It was so clever, colorful and fun, and had us both laughing out loud throughout the whole movie. Definitely great for all ages, but perhaps particularly relevant for older kids and teens, given the familiar relationship challenges between the teen protagonist and her father that are at the heart of the story.

This story about an unlikely friendship between a boy and a lost alien is one of the best family movies from the 80s.

Kelly R said:  Sprinkle some Reese's Pieces on your popcorn and you have the perfect spooky family movie night. There's some iffy language and some pretty frightening situations, but my kids first saw it and loved it when they were 4 and 7.

An original backstory about how the legend of Santa came to be, Klaus is the beautifully animated and beautifully told story of an unlikely friendship between a reluctant postman and a reclusive toymaker. It focuses on the spirit of giving rather than magic and elves, and is filled with funny and poignant moments.

Alexandra F. said:  All of us really liked this one - even our teenagers! The story was so creative, and it was fun to see a unique take on the origins of many popular Christmas traditions. Lots of laugh out loud moments, too, as well heartwarming ones.

Sing is an animated musical comedy about a koala named Buster Moon who tries to save his failing theater by hosting a grand singing competition. The movie follows the colorful contestants as they pursue their dreams of musical stardom.

Kelly R said:  Sing (and Sing 2) are some of my family's all-time best movies for family movie night. We watched Sing 2 twice in the same weekend. These totally fun and uplifting movies about ambitious animals with a talent for song have soundtracks that appeal to kids and adults, so you won't mind all of the repeat viewings!

The younger sister of Sherlock Holmes has her own mysteries to solve in this charming and funny family movie on Netflix, perfect for tweens and older kids who are able to keep up with the plot twists and clues.

Alexandra F. said:  This is definitely one of the best family movies on Netflix right now! My teens and I loved it - it captured our attention from the moment it started to the very end, and was funny, charming, and so much fun to watch. And, the sequel is even better!

Four siblings, neglected by their parents, hatch a plan to improve their circumstances in this family movie based on the book by Lois Lowry. Funny, sweet and a little bit dark, The Willoughbys is one of the best family movies on Netflix.

Kelly R said:  This fantastic movie took us by surprise, and is absolutely one of the best family movies on Netflix!

Fans of the popular Wild Robot book won't want to miss the movie, now on Netflix! The story is about a shipwrecked robot that washes ashore on a deserted island.

This Netflix family movie is an adaptation of the Matilda stage production, about a young girl with a special mind and terrible parents. There's terrific song and dance numbers, the signature Roald Dahl darkness and humor, and a fantastic Emma Thompson as the villainous Miss Trunchbull.

Kelly R said:  We absolutely loved this!

A Reno lounge singer hides out in a convent after witnessing a mob crime in this top family comedy pick.

Kelly R said:  Funny, great music, and my kids thought it was fun to spot some familiar faces among the nuns from other favorite movies. We waited to watch it until our youngest was 11, and I think that was the right age.

Pirates, treasure, adventure and a group of childhood best friends combine to make up one of the best 80s movies for kids.

A fun family friendly movie musical about orphan Annie based on the popular Broadway show. Annie dreams of being adopted and finally gets her chance.

Kristy Pepping said:  Although this movie has been redone, I highly recommend the original. This 80s kids movie is a classic with some memorable songs that will get your kids singing along!

What kid doesn't want a trip to a candy factory to taste test? This classic family movie is full of color, imagination and lessons.

A time traveler on a mission to save the future teams up with his 12-year-old self in this Netflix family movie that's best for older kids because of some adult content. Check it out for movie night with tweens or teens.

Kelly R said:  We really loved it...plenty of humor and also quite heartfelt.

More than 20 years after breaking records as the highest-grossing stop-motion animated film of all time, Netflix presents a follow up to the popular Chicken Run. In this sequel, the original cast is joined by the next generation in standing up to the latest threat to chicken-kind.

Two brothers playing a mysterious space-themed board game find their house launched into the furthest reaches of space, encountering various dangers including a stranded astronaut, aliens, and a malfunctioning robot who becomes both a threat and a reluctant ally. It's cool to note that this movie relies largely on real-life effects instead of CGI, including for the robot.