3-D Movies for Kids

3-D may be all the rage, but not all 3-D movies are created equal. Here are our picks for the best 3-D movies for kids and families. Just keep in mind that the 3-D factor always makes everything a little bit more immediate and intense.

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  • Toy Story (1995) Review
    Toy Story (1995)

    Pixar classic is one of the best kids' movies of all time.

    AGE
    4
     
  • Toy Story 2 Review
    Toy Story 2

    Stunning, witty, exciting, enchanting, and moving.

    AGE
    4
     
  • Up Review
    Up
    Pixar's stunning adventure is an upper for everyone.
    AGE
    6
     
  • Under the Sea 3D Review
    Under the Sea 3D
    Stunning vision of the beautiful -- and fragile -- ocean.
    AGE
    6
     
  • Monsters vs. Aliens Review
    Monsters vs. Aliens

    Homage to '50s alien flicks too intense for youngest kids.

    AGE
    7
     
  • The Nightmare Before Christmas Review
    The Nightmare Before Christmas

    Tim Burton magic with just a touch of scariness.

    AGE
    7
     
  • How to Train Your Dragon Review
    How to Train Your Dragon

    Thrilling 3-D adventure sends brains-over-brawn message.

    AGE
    8
     
  • Coraline Review
    Coraline
    Cool but creepy animated fantasy too scary for young kids.
    AGE
    9
     
  • Alice in Wonderland (2010) Review
    Alice in Wonderland (2010)

    All-new 3-D Alice story is trippy and intense.

    AGE
    10
     
  • Avatar Review
    Avatar

    Action-heavy epic has dazzling effects, familiar story.

    AGE
    13
     

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