Best Superhero Movies

Last updated: July 27, 2026

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's...a flock of superhero movies! If you're looking for a movie for your comic book lover, then this list is for you. Superhero movies have never been so popular, but some are better than others. These picks are gripping, action-packed, and full of strong role models. There's something here for every superhero-loving kid, tween, and teen, so be sure to use the age filters to find the best flick for your family. For more action, check out Superhero TV.

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Paw Patrol: Jet to the Rescue movie poster

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PAW Patrol: Jet to the Rescue

age 4+

High-flying fun for old and new fans; courage, teamwork.

September 8, 2020 2020 NR (56 minutes)

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Phineas and Ferb: Mission Marvel

age 5+

Hilarious movie combines the best of two cartoon worlds.

October 1, 2013 2013 G (137 minutes)

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Kim Possible

age 6+

Live-action cartoon update tackles tricky teen emotions.

February 15, 2019 2019 NR (86 minutes)

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Superman: Last Son of Krypton

age 6+

A smart, charismatic Superman retelling.

September 6, 1996 1996 NR (64 minutes)

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The Powerpuff Girls Movie

age 6+

Funny, exciting, and involving.

July 3, 2002 2002 PG (86 minutes)

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Batkid Begins

age 7+

Tremendously heartwarming, positive docu for all ages.

June 26, 2015 2015 PG (87 minutes)

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Big Hero 6

age 7+

Awesome origin story is action-packed, deals with grief.

November 7, 2014 2014 PG (102 minutes)

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Scooby-Doo & Batman: The Brave and the Bold

age 7+

Witty crossover adventure has comic book violence.

January 9, 2018 2018 NR (75 minutes)

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The Lego Batman Movie

age 7+

Clever, creative, action-packed adventure/toy ad.

February 10, 2017 2017 PG (104 minutes)

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Batman vs. Two-Face

age 8+

Clever animated throwback to '60s Batman has some violence.

October 17, 2017 2017 PG (72 minutes)

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Fearless

age 8+

Animated adventure has diverse cast, action, humor.

August 14, 2020 2020 NR (89 minutes)

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Flora & Ulysses

age 8+

Quirky, book-based tale has action, dramatic moments.

February 19, 2021 2021 PG (91 minutes)

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Incredibles 2

age 8+

Terrific, action-packed superhero sequel was worth the wait.

June 15, 2018 2018 PG (118 minutes)

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Stan Lee's Mighty 7: Beginnings

age 8+

Unlikely hero team has positive social messages for kids.

April 15, 2014 2014 PG (90 minutes)

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Superman II

age 8+

Witty, action-packed superadventure with big themes.

January 1, 1981 1981 PG (127 minutes)

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Teen Titans Go! To the Movies

age 8+

Irreverent, immature comedy cleverly mocks superhero genre.

July 27, 2018 2018 PG (88 minutes)

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Teen Titans Go! vs Teen Titans

age 8+

TT universe crossover movie is irreverent and fun.

September 24, 2019 2019 NR (77 minutes)

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The Adventures of Batman and Robin: The Penguin

age 8+

Action-packed and true to the source.

April 5, 1992 1992 NR (44 minutes)

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The Incredibles movie poster: The Incredibles family in superhero costumes on red background

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The Incredibles

age 8+

Story of superhero family has violence, positive messages.

November 5, 2004 2004 PG (105 minutes)

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We Can Be Heroes

age 8+

Rodriguez' superhero-kid adventure has action, humor.

December 25, 2020 2020 PG (110 minutes)

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