Results for family and kids

The Princess and the Frog
Disney's first African-American princess makes her debut.
Release Date: 11/25/2009
Age 7+Planet 51
Underwhelming alien comedy has some suggestive humor.
Release Date: 11/20/2009
Age 7+Fantastic Mr. Fox
Offbeat family adventure may charm adults more than kids.
Release Date: 11/13/2009
Age 8+Disney's A Christmas Carol
3-D adaptation of classic holiday tale may scare young kids.
Release Date: 11/6/2009
Age 7+Astro Boy
Action-packed adventure a fun bet for young superhero fans.
Release Date: 10/23/2009
Age 4+Toy Story
Pixar classic is one of the best kids' movies of all time.
Release Date: 10/2/2009
Age 4+Toy Story 2
Stunning, witty, exciting, enchanting, and moving.
Release Date: 10/2/2009
Age 6+Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Age-apropriate 3-D food adventure doesn't fully satisfy.
Release Date: 9/18/2009
Age 7+Shorts
Funny, imaginative fantasy from Spy Kids director.
Release Date: 8/21/2009
Age 5+Ponyo
Miyazaki's stunning adventure is geared to younger kids.
Release Date: 8/14/2009
Age 4+VeggieTales: Minnesota Cuke and the Search for Noah's Umbrella
More religious throughout than in other Veggie adventures.
Release Date:
Age 8+Aliens in the Attic
Silly teens-versus-aliens adventure is sure to delight kids.
Release Date: 7/31/2009
Age 6+G-Force
3-D adventure is funny ... if you're a first grader.
Release Date: 7/24/2009
Age 6+Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
Action-driven 3-D sequel is an icy treat for young kids.
Release Date: 7/1/2009
Age 7+Princess Protection Program
Sweet Disney tale has great messages about friendship.
Release Date: 6/26/2009
Age 8+Mr. Troop Mom
Made-for-Nickelodeon movie is so-so but fun for tweens.
Release Date: 6/23/2009
Age 6+Up
Pixar's stunning 3-D adventure is an upper for everyone.
Release Date: 5/29/2009
Age 5+Dr. Dolittle: Million Dollar Mutts
Latest sequel is surprisingly fun; good role models, too.
Release Date: 5/19/2009
Age 8+Battle for Terra
Animated space adventure tackles war, complex themes.
Release Date: 5/1/2009
Age 10+Legally Blondes
Silly and unrealistic, but fun for tweens.
Release Date: 4/28/2009
Age 3+Tigger & Pooh and a Musical Too
Hundred Acre Wood pals learn lessons in friendship.
Release Date: 4/7/2009
Age 5+Pokémon: Giratina and the Sky Warrior
Mildly violent tale of dark and light, anime style.
Release Date: 3/31/2009
Age 7+Monsters vs. Aliens
Homage to '50s alien flicks too intense for youngest kids.
Release Date: 3/27/2009
Age 4+Barbie Presents Thumbelina
Eco-friendly story unrelated to real Thumbelina story.
Release Date: 3/17/2009
Age 8+Ace Ventura Pet Detective Jr.
Funny, animal-loving kid lost in crude script.
Release Date: 3/3/2009
Age 5+Space Buddies
One small step for dogkind, one cute adventure for kids.
Release Date: 2/3/2009
Age 5+Open Season 2
Understated sequel still delivers animal laughs.
Release Date: 1/27/2009
Age 9+Inkheart
Tween-targeted fantasy adaptation is no Harry Potter.
Release Date: 1/23/2009
Age 7+Hotel for Dogs
Young pet lovers will get a kick out of dog comedy.
Release Date: 1/16/2009
Age 8+An American Girl: Chrissa Stands Strong
Tween mean girl meets her match in Chrissa.
Release Date: 1/5/2009
Age 7+Bedtime Stories
Sandler tames his jokes for family-friendly fantasy flick.
Release Date: 12/25/2008
Age 6+The Tale of Despereaux
Touching, beautiful tale is an excellent family film.
Release Date: 12/19/2008
Age 4+A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa
Kermit and friends deliver a cheery holiday tale.
Release Date: 12/17/2008
Age 7+Unstable Fables: Goldilocks and the 3 Bears
Imaginative take on tale pokes fun at reality TV.
Release Date: 12/16/2008
Age 8+Delgo
Shoddily animated adventure is too violent for young kids.
Release Date: 12/12/2008
Age 4+Little Spirit: Christmas in New York
Boy's magical travels are holiday fun for the whole family.
Release Date: 12/10/2008
Age 4+A Miser Brothers' Christmas
A+ animation will suck kids into so-so story.
Release Date: 12/9/2008
Age 5+Elephant Tales
Brothers lose mom to poachers in weak live-action tale.
Release Date: 12/9/2008
Age 5+Bolt
Super-dog adventure is fun, age-appropriate for kids.
Release Date: 11/21/2008
Age 6+Secrets of the Furious Five
Fun, lesson-rich short stars Kung Fu Panda gang.
Release Date: 11/9/2008
Age 6+Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
Sequel is fun but doesn't break any new ground.
Release Date: 11/8/2008
Age 5+The Night Before Christmas
Grab bag of best-loved holiday stories.
Release Date: 11/4/2008
Age 5+Barbie: A Christmas Carol
Less authentic take; also less to scare younger kids.
Release Date: 11/4/2008
Age 3+Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Snow Princess
Extra-long Dora episode sticks with the show's formula.
Release Date: 11/2/2008
Age 7+The Flight Before Christmas
Wolves will scare younger kids in this holiday feature.
Release Date: 10/25/2008
Age 2+Barney: Celebrating Around the World
Globetrotting dino treats tots to dynamite dances.
Release Date: 10/24/2008
Age 4+Tinker Bell
Sweet, simple story is best for young Tink fans.
Release Date: 10/22/2008
Age 7+Azur & Asmar: The Princes' Quest
Foreign fairy tale teaches cultural understanding.
Release Date: 10/17/2008
Age 8+R.L. Stine's Mostly Ghostly
Mild tween Halloween tale could use more thrills.
Release Date: 10/3/2008
Age 5+Beverly Hills Chihuahua
Upbeat talking-animal adventure is fun for kids.
Release Date: 10/2/2008
Age 3+Sesame Street: Abby in Wonderland
Abby chases a red rabbit into a fun fairy tale for all ages.
Release Date: 9/29/2008
Age 6+Scooby-Doo and the Goblin King
Silly Scooby fun, but watch for spooky characters.
Release Date: 9/23/2008
Age 8+Soccer Mom
Emily Osment stars in mom-daughter bonding tale.
Release Date: 09/23/2008
Age 6+Igor
Mad-scientist comedy is fine for younger kids.
Release Date: 9/18/2008
Age 3+Corduroy and More Stories About Caring
Beloved stories with a sweet message for ages 3-8.
Release Date: 9/15/2008
Age 2+My Little Pony Live: The World's Biggest Tea Party
Less engaging for young Pony fans in DVD form.
Release Date: 9/12/2008
Age 4+Barbie and the Diamond Castle
Charming friendship tale ties into lots of toys.
Release Date: 09/09/2008
Age 7+Unstable Fables: Tortoise vs. Hare
Fabled Aesop rematch teaches new lessons.
Release Date: 9/8/2008
Age 3+Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery
Uppity engine learns humility and makes a friend.
Release Date: 9/8/2008
Age 8+Bratz: Girlz Really Rock
Sexualized kids' characters meet Camp Rock.
Release Date: 9/2/2008
Age 7+The Longshots
Girl-powered sports film is predictable but sweet.
Release Date: 8/20/2008
Age 5+The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning
Before the prince, Ariel discovers music's magic.
Release Date: 08/20/2008
Age 3+Strawberry Shortcake: Rockaberry Roll
Post-makeover, girls are still good role models.
Release Date: 8/19/2008
Age 4+Fly Me to the Moon
Not even very young kids will be over the moon.
Release Date: 8/13/2008
Age 2+Meet the Sight Words 1
Words become characters for early readers.
Release Date: 7/26/2008
Age 8+Alice Upside Down
New-girl story with appealing Disney cast.
Release Date: 7/25/2008
Age 8+Roxy Hunter and the Myth of the Mermaid
Maturing gumshoe is good model for tween girls.
Release Date: 7/18/2008
Age 4+Space Chimps
Kiddie space adventure cute, but no WALL-E.
Release Date: 7/18/2008
Age 4+VeggieTales: Tomato Sawyer and Huckleberry Larry's Big River Rescue
Cute Huck Finn parody teaches kids to help others.
Release Date: 7/15/2008
Age 6+Kit Kittredge: An American Girl
Sweet and engaging adventure for all ages.
Release Date: 07/02/2008
Age 5+WALL-E
Brainy, charming, eco-friendly animated adventure.
Release Date: 6/27/2008
Age 6+Kung Fu Panda
Jack Black stars in appealing kid-friendly comedy.
Release Date: 6/6/2008
Age 10+The Naked Brothers Band: Polar Bears
Eco-message buried in overly flirty behavior.
Release Date: 06/03/2008
Age 11+A Plumm Summer
Coming-of-age tale set in 1960s Montana.
Release Date: 4/25/2008
Age 3+Wonder Pets: Save the Beetles
Nick show trio rescues bugs with Beatles' help.
Release Date: 04/17/2008
Age 12+Son of Rambow
Rambunctious UK boys remake First Blood.
Release Date: 04/04/2008
Age 7+Nim's Island
Book-based tropical adventure is good family fun.
Release Date: 04/04/2008
Age 3+Play with Me Sesame: Let's Play Games
Interactive play date focuses on fun and games.
Release Date: 3/25/2008
Age 4+Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!
Adorable 'toon fun for all, no matter how small.
Release Date: 3/13/2008
Age 3+Play with Me Sesame: Imagine with Me
An imagination workout for Sesame Street fans.
Release Date: 3/10/2008
Age 6+College Road Trip
Even young kids will like father-daughter comedy.
Release Date: 03/06/2008
Age 2+Pat the Bunny: Playdates
Inspiration for baby games when TV is turned off.
Release Date: 3/4/2008
Age 7+Unstable Fables: 3 Pigs and a Baby
Smart comedy flips the 3 pigs tale on its tail.
Release Date: 03/03/2008
Age 4+Eloise in Springtime
Eloise antics, plus lying and more bad behavior.
Release Date: 2/26/2008
Age 5+Snow Buddies
Popular puppies mush their way home.
Release Date: 2/4/2008
Age 8+The Prince and the Pauper
Slow story for Zack and Cody fans only.
Release Date: 02/04/2008
Age 10+All Roads Lead Home
Choppy, conflicting story of a grieving animal lover.
Release Date: 2/1/2008
Age 5+Care Bears: Grizzle-ly Adventures
Sharing lesson, plus a few scares for the Bears.
Release Date: 2/1/2008
Age 8+Roxy Hunter and the Secret of the Shaman
Tween detective breaks rules, but escapade is fun.
Release Date: 2/1/2008
Age 3+The Backyardigans: Tale of the Mighty Knights
Gentle knightly adventure set to rock opera.
Release Date: 01/14/2008
Age 4+The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: A VeggieTales Movie
Like steamed veggies: Good for you, but bland.
Release Date: 1/11/2008
Age 8+Ballet Shoes
Sisters learn value of love, work, and sacrifice.
Release Date: 12/26/2007
Age 2+Braincandy 5 Senses DVD Series
Cheery learning with puppet friends for ages 2-4.
Release Date: 12/26/2007
Age 7+The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep
Predictable family fantasy not as good as book.
Release Date: 12/24/2007
Age 5+Snow
Bumbling Santa looks for a Mrs. in light tale.
Release Date: 12/22/2007
Age 5+Alvin and the Chipmunks
CGI critters are silly -- but very kid-friendly.
Release Date: 12/13/2007
Age 6+Shrek the Halls
Christmas in the swamp is great family fun.
Release Date: 11/29/2007
Age 6+Enchanted
Adorable fairy tale is a fabulous family flick.
Release Date: 11/21/2007
Age 3+My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Sleuth Christmas Movie
Gentle saving-Christmas tale for preschoolers.
Release Date: 11/17/2007
Age 6+Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium
Sweet magical tale will feed kids' toy cravings.
Release Date: 11/15/2007
Age 7+Fred Claus
Holiday comedy's no classic, but it's OK for kids.
Release Date: 11/8/2007
Age 5+Bee Movie
Seinfeld comedy is cute fun for the whole family.
Release Date: 11/1/2007
Age 8+Roxy Hunter and the Mystery of the Moody Ghost
Young gumshoe is bossy, but adventures are fun.
Release Date: 10/26/2007
Age 8+Twitches Too
Tia & Tamera deliver more magical fun for tweens.
Release Date: 10/11/2007
Age 2+The Wiggles: Getting Strong
Ages 2-5 dance and learn with energetic Aussies.
Release Date: 10/8/2007
Age 4+VeggieTales: The Wonderful Wizard of Ha's
Wizard of Oz spoof stands in as prodigal son tale.
Release Date: 10/02/2007
Age 6+The Game Plan
The Rock scores in cute (if predictable) comedy.
Release Date: 09/27/2007
Age 8+The Secret of NIMH 2: Timmy to the Rescue
Sequel is tamer, more predicable than the classic.
Release Date: 09/24/2007
Age 4+Ralph S. Mouse and More Exciting Animal Adventure Stories
Scholastic series tales of growing and learning.
Release Date: 09/24/2007
Age 2+Phonics 4 Babies: Baby's First Words
Phonics lessons don't beat books and interaction.
Release Date: 09/24/2007
Age 4+Barbie as The Island Princess
A surprising treat -- but too many toy spin-offs.
Release Date: 9/18/2007
Age 3+The Backyardigans: Super Secret Super Spy
Spy caper for preschoolers with gentle action.
Release Date: 09/17/2007
Age 5+Chill Out, Scooby-Doo!
Yeti mystery is just like classic Scooby capers.
Release Date: 09/04/2007
Age 10+The Naked Brothers Band: Battle of the Bands
Tween rockers' lifestyle warrants a reality check.
Release Date: 9/4/2007
Age 3+Disney Princess Enchanted Tales: Follow Your Dreams
Perseverance lessons for princess fans ages 3-6.
Release Date: 9/3/2007
Age 13+Eye of the Dolphin
Drugs and drinking make waves in family drama.
Release Date: 08/24/2007
Age 4+Disney's Little Einsteins: Rocket's Firebird Rescue
Musical Russian adventure perfect for ages 4-6.
Release Date: 8/21/2007
Age 6+Casper's Scare School
Casper's ghostly goodness saves the day.
Release Date: 08/20/2007
Age 7+Daddy Day Camp
Forgettable camp comedy is fine for kiddie laughs.
Release Date: 08/08/2007
Age 4+Care Bears: Oopsy Does It!
Part caring/sharing and part toy ad for ages 4-6.
Release Date: 8/4/2007
Age 7+Underdog
Not too many new tricks left for the old Underdog.
Release Date: 08/03/2007
Age 8+Bratz: The Movie
Material girls in immaterial comedy for tweens.
Release Date: 08/02/2007
Age 3+Sesame Street: Ready for School!
Elmo makes starting school look like a blast.
Release Date: 07/18/2007
Age 5+Ratatouille
Dig into Pixar's delicious, well-crafted rat tale.
Release Date: 6/28/2007
Age 8+Nancy Drew
Big-screen teen sleuth is cute, if a bit bland.
Release Date: 6/14/2007
Age 5+Surf's Up
Kids will dive into penguin adventure, dude.
Release Date: 06/07/2007
Age 2+Sesame Street: Kids' Favorite Country Songs
Elmo joins in the fun at a country music jamboree.
Release Date: 06/05/2007
Age 6+The Fox and the Child
Stunning story of friendship shows the magic of patience.
Release Date: 6/2/2007
Age 13+Gracie
Gritty girl soccer drama with a powerful message.
Release Date: 05/31/2007
Age 6+Shrek the Third
Princess power saves the day for ogre and pals.
Release Date: 05/17/2007
Age 8+The Sandlot 3: Heading Home
A fun baseball movie with a good message.
Release Date: 05/01/2007
Age 3+Wonder Pets: Save the Wonder Pets
Engaging classroom critters hit the right notes.
Release Date: 4/19/2007
Age 2+Sesame Beginnings: Moving Together
Turn tasks into smiley games and songs with tots.
Release Date: 4/16/2007
Age 6+Firehouse Dog
Equal parts dog adventure and father-son tale.
Release Date: 04/04/2007
Age 8+Billy and Mandy's Big Boogey Adventure
Gruesome, goofy cartoon movie better for tweens+.
Release Date: 3/30/2007
Age 5+Meet the Robinsons
Clever time-travel adventure for the whole clan.
Release Date: 03/29/2007
Age 7+TMNT
Turtle power returns in routine kiddie adventure.
Release Date: 03/22/2007
Age 8+The Last Mimzy
Quirky sci-fi adventure best for fantasy lovers.
Release Date: 3/22/2007
Age 4+Barbie Fairytopia: Magic of the Rainbow
Predictable Barbie story boasts great animation.
Release Date: 3/13/2007
Age 2+Baby Einstein: My First Signs
Parents and baby finally speak the same language.
Release Date: 3/13/2007
Age 4+Eloise in Hollywood
Plucky, hotel-hopping heroine meets child stars.
Release Date: 3/13/2007
Age 4+VeggieTales: Moe and the Big Exit
Rip-roarin' rendition of Moses as a cowboy cuke.
Release Date: 03/06/2007
Age 4+The Land Before Time XII: The Great Day of the Flyers
Stale, slow dino friends tale for very young only.
Release Date: 02/27/2007
Age 8+Bridge to Terabithia
Beautiful lesson in friendship for young and old.
Release Date: 2/15/2007
Age 4+Cinderella III: A Twist in Time
Cinderella uses brains, not magic, to win prince.
Release Date: 02/06/2007
Age 8+Facing the Giants
Faith-based pigskin tale.
Release Date: 01/30/2007
Age 5+The Secret of the Magic Gourd
Magical tale teaches moral lesson.
Release Date: 1/27/2007
Age 10+The Naked Brothers Band: The Movie
Tween targets won't get kiddie Spinal Tap.
Release Date: 01/26/2007
Age 5+Arthur and the Invisibles
Uneven animation-live action combo may bore kids.
Release Date: 01/12/2007
Age 7+Jump In!
Disney ropes in an energetic winner for families.
Release Date: 01/11/2007
Age 6+Happily N'Ever After
Shrek wannabe isn't offensive ... or fun.
Release Date: 01/04/2007
Age 8+Love's Abiding Joy
Slow, sappy, Christian-themed TV adaptation.
Release Date: 01/02/2007
Age 5+Charlotte's Web (2006)
Enchanting take on a beloved children's classic.
Release Date: 12/14/2006
Age 3+Toot & Puddle: I'll Be Home for Christmas
Friendly pigs will delight kids in holiday 'toon.
Release Date: 12/13/2006
Age 5+The Fox and the Hound 2
Country music keeps buddy-flick sequel lively.
Release Date: 12/12/2006
Age 5+Air Buddies
Air Bud's adorable talking pups to the rescue.
Release Date: 12/12/2006
Age 7+The Year Without a Santa Claus
Woeful Santa brings little holiday cheer.
Release Date: 12/08/2006
Age 8+Re-Animated
Brain-swap tale will have tweens' eyes rolling.
Release Date: 12/07/2006
Age 6+Unaccompanied Minors
Stuck kids run amok; Home Alone this ain't.
Release Date: 12/07/2006
Age 7+Samantha: An American Girl Holiday
Charming, turn-of-the-century American Girl tale.
Release Date: 11/30/2006
Age 8+Molly: An American Girl on the Home Front
American Girl learns about sacrifice during WWII.
Release Date: 11/28/2006
Age 5+Happy Feet
Ultra-cute kid flick will set your toes tapping.
Release Date: 11/16/2006
Age 5+PollyWorld
A mildly entertaining commercial for Polly Pocket.
Release Date: 11/14/2006
Age 5+Bah, Humduck! A Looney Tunes Christmas
Scrooge story with a big dose of slapstick antics.
Release Date: 11/14/2006
Age 5+The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
Magical (if mindless) family holiday fun.
Release Date: 11/02/2006
Age 5+Flushed Away
Crude but imaginative adventure is flush with fun.
Release Date: 11/02/2006
Age 9+A Wrinkle in Time
Somewhat clunky but mostly faithful to the book.
Release Date: 11/1/2006
Age 7+Flicka
Classic book gallops to the big screen.
Release Date: 10/19/2006
Age 7+The Nightmare Before Christmas
Tim Burton magic with just a touch of scariness.
Release Date: 10/19/2006
Age 7+Her Best Move
Teen girl soccer tale has more heart than plot.
Release Date: 10/17/2006
Age 9+The Adventures of Bandolero
Bandolero can't rescue disturbing Spanish cartoon.
Release Date: 10/10/2006
Age 4+Eloise: Little Miss Christmas
Frothy holiday tale glosses over serious themes.
Release Date: 10/10/2006
Age 4+Ezra Jack Keats' The Little Drummer Boy and Four More Holiday Stories
Scholastic drums up memorable multicultural tales.
Release Date: 10/1/2006
Age 5+Open Season
Animated animal buddy flick is crude but funny.
Release Date: 09/28/2006
Age 9+Bratz: Passion 4 Fashion Diamondz
Mildly funny, but still catty and superficial.
Release Date: 9/26/2006
Age 5+The Wind in the Willows: The Feature Films Collection
Two charming buddy capers from classic series.
Release Date: 09/26/2006
Age 5+Barbie in The 12 Dancing Princesses
Barbie fan's dancing dream is sometimes too scary.
Release Date: 09/19/2006
Age 7+Scooby-Doo: Pirates Ahoy!
Zoinks! Arrr! Scooby battles ghost pirates.
Release Date: 09/19/2006
Age 8+Bratz Babyz
Disturbing twist on already creepy Bratz dollz.
Release Date: 09/12/2006
Age 4+Everyone's Hero
A bland feel-good flick with a positive message.
Release Date: 09/12/2006
Age 8+Lassie
Schmaltzy return for classic cinema canine.
Release Date: 09/01/2006
Age 5+Brother Bear 2
Bear's warm-furry quest finds love and friends.
Release Date: 08/29/2006
Age 9+How to Eat Fried Worms
A gross-out movie with a sweet story.
Release Date: 08/25/2006
Age 8+The Cheetah Girls 2
A worthy sequel to the original fan favorite.
Release Date: 08/24/2006
Age 4+Disney's Little Einsteins: Mission Celebration
Merry musical travel adventures for preschoolers.
Release Date: 8/22/2006
Age 7+Karate Dog
Too rough for any kid who'd find this dog funny.
Release Date: 08/22/2006
Age 8+Zoom: Academy for Superheroes
Dull comic-book fodder for kids.
Release Date: 08/11/2006
Age 6+Barnyard: The Original Party Animals
A re-hash of tired cliches and CGI effects.
Release Date: 08/04/2006
Age 6+The Ant Bully
Cute animated movie with a message for kids.
Release Date: 07/28/2006
Age 2+Baby's Favorite Places: First Words--Around Town
A gentle word adventure for toddlers.
Release Date: 7/25/2006
Age 7+The BFG
A giant tale of imagination with a dark side.
Release Date: 7/25/2006
Age 10+Monster House
Frightful fun for tweens and up.
Release Date: 7/21/2006
Age 10+That's So Raven: Raven's Makeover Madness
Features episodes from the TV series. Tweens OK.
Release Date: 7/18/2006
Age 5+Leroy & Stitch
More lively fun with Lilo, Stitch, and friends.
Release Date: 6/27/2006
Age 5+Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure
Not as good as the original, but cute and fun.
Release Date: 06/20/2006
Age 6+Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties
Tedious Garfield sequel with crude jokes.
Release Date: 06/16/2006
Age 5+Cars
Pixar comedy is full of four-wheeled fun.
Release Date: 06/09/2006
Age 5+Over the Hedge
Cute animated tale of animals invading the 'burbs.
Release Date: 05/19/2006
Age 8+Hoot
Sweet, clumsy family film about saving owls.
Release Date: 05/05/2006
Age 10+Saving Shiloh
Cute but uneven. Best for dog lovers.
Release Date: 5/1/2006
Age 4+Disney's Little Einsteins: Team Up for Adventure
Lively musical adventures for toddlers.
Release Date: 4/25/2006
Age 6+The Wild
So-so, unoriginal animated animal movie for kids.
Release Date: 04/14/2006
Age 8+Bratz: Genie Magic
All style and absolutely no substance.
Release Date: 04/11/2006
Age 3+Pooh's Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin
Cute Winnie the Pooh adventure for little ones.
Release Date: 4/11/2006
Age 2+Sesame Beginnings: Beginning Together
Quality material for tots and parents.
Release Date: 4/4/2006
Age 2+Sesame Beginnings: Make Music Together
Quality material for wee ones.
Release Date: 4/4/2006
Age 6+Ice Age: The Meltdown
Plucky animals survive prehistoric global warming.
Release Date: 03/31/2006
Age 5+The Wind in the Willows: A Tale of Two Toads
Simple story for kids based on the classic books.
Release Date: 3/28/2006
Age 7+The Shaggy Dog (2006)
Silly remake will entertain grade schoolers.
Release Date: 03/10/2006
Age 2+Baby Einstein: Meet the Orchestra: First Instruments
Interactive music appreciation time for tots.
Release Date: 3/7/2006
Age 3+Scholastic Video Collection: I Love You Like Crazy Cakes...and More Stories About Families
Three charming stories about loving families.
Release Date: 2/28/2006
Age 6+Doogal
So-so kids' movie about animals saving the world.
Release Date: 02/24/2006
Age 5+Stuart Little 3: Call of the Wild
Mouse tale offers great role models, lackluster animation.
Release Date: 2/21/2006
Age 8+Eight Below
Inspiring story about brave sled dogs.
Release Date: 2/17/2006
Age 5+Bambi II
Bambi more mature, but still a tearjerker.
Release Date: 02/14/2006
Age 4+Curious George (2006)
A simple, sweet, sometimes silly monkey tale.
Release Date: 2/10/2006
Age 3+Rockin' with Roseanne: Calling All Kids!
You'd be better off making your own sock puppets.
Release Date: 2/7/2006
Age 8+Nanny McPhee
Charming adaption of kids' books. Good family fun.
Release Date: 01/27/2006
Age 7+Hoodwinked
Red Riding Hood redo; bland with a bit of fun.
Release Date: 01/13/2006
Age 6+Choose Your Own Adventure: The Abominable Snowman
A smart interactive adventure for kids.
Release Date: 01/09/2006
Age 6+Kronk's New Groove
Weak storyline and, frankly, not much groove.
Release Date: 12/13/2005
Age 7+Felicity: An American Girl Adventure
Feisty Felicity learns about loyalty in 1775.
Release Date: 11/29/2005
Age 7+Chicken Little
Cute, colorful, mostly lively fun; ages 7 and up.
Release Date: 11/04/2005
Age 7+Dreamer: Inspired by a True Story
Warm kids' movie with Dakota Fanning and a horse.
Release Date: 10/21/2005
Age 7+Mee-Shee: The Water Giant
Friendly father-son-sea monster movie.
Release Date: 10/05/2005
Age 7+Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit
A funny and charming movie for the whole family.
Release Date: 10/5/2005
Age 9+Bratz: Rock Angelz
Stylized doll show is wrong for tweens it targets.
Release Date: 10/04/2005
Age 12+Oliver Twist
Beautiful, but very dark. Not for sensitive kids.
Release Date: 9/30/2005
Age 3+Scholastic Video Collection: Bear Snores On
Charming stories of the seasons for preschoolers.
Release Date: 9/27/2005
Age 3+Scholastic Video Collection: Danny and the Dinosaur
Cute stories about friendship; fun for preschoolers.
Release Date: 9/27/2005
Age 3+Pooh's Heffalump Halloween Movie
Sweet-as-honey Halloween story with Pooh and pals.
Release Date: 9/13/2005
Age 5+Lilo and Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch
More of the same, sweet and fun for kids.
Release Date: 8/30/2005
Age 6+Valiant
This animated WWII story may not engage all kids.
Release Date: 8/19/2005
Age 7+The Proud Family Movie
Weird plot propelled by wacky Proud TV family.
Release Date: 08/01/2005
Age 8+Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)
Bright, spirited, and edgy version of Willy Wonka.
Release Date: 7/15/2005
Age 6+Spongebob Squarepants: Fear of a Krabby Patty
Eight episodes themed around Mr. Krabby.
Release Date: 7/13/2005
Age 3+Scholastic Video Collection: Tikki Tikki Tembo
Charming stories are perfect for family viewing.
Release Date: 6/12/2005
Age 3+Scholastic Video Collection: The Day Jimmy's Boa Ate the Wash
A mixed bag, but mostly delightful.
Release Date: 6/12/2005
Age 9+Howl's Moving Castle
Charming Miyazaki fairy tale for tweens and up.
Release Date: 06/10/2005
Age 7+The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D
Kids will love the 3-D aspect of this movie.
Release Date: 6/10/2005
Age 8+Duma
Enchanting coming-of-age story for kids.
Release Date: 05/31/2005
Age 7+Madagascar
A group of animal friends escape from the zoo.
Release Date: 5/27/2005
Age 7+The Muppets' Wizard of Oz
Raucous Muppet spoof of a classic. Tweens and up.
Release Date: 5/20/2005
Age 8+The Sandlot 2
So-so sequel to a favorite kids' movie.
Release Date: 5/3/2005
Age 9+Come Away Home
Touching movie about the importance of family.
Release Date: 04/29/2005
Age 5+The Wind in the Willows: The Complete First Series
Quality tales about animal pals and gentler times.
Release Date: 3/29/2005
Age 7+Ice Princess
Sweet, inspiring story tween girls will love.
Release Date: 03/18/2005
Age 7+Robots
Endearing and downright adorable.
Release Date: 3/11/2005
Age 9+Millions
A rare family film that's not just for kids.
Release Date: 3/11/2005
Age 8+Popular Mechanics for Kids: Gators and Dragons and Other Wild Beasts
Dangerous creatures abound in educational DVD.
Release Date: 03/08/2005
Age 8+Popular Mechanics for Kids: X-treme Sports and Other Action Adventures
Sports and outdoor adventures mixed with science.
Release Date: 03/08/2005
Age 6+Free Willy 3: The Rescue
For devoted -- and young -- Willy fans only.
Release Date: 2/24/2005
Age 3+Scholastic Video Collection: Sylvester and the Magic Pebble
Stories of magic based on popular kids' books.
Release Date: 2/22/2005
Age 8+Because of Winn-Dixie
A girl and a dog educate a small southern town.
Release Date: 2/18/2005
Age 9+Son of the Mask
Dumb and loud, with questionable material.
Release Date: 2/18/2005
Age 4+Pooh's Heffalump Movie
Gentle story of friendship is fine for wee ones.
Release Date: 2/11/2005
Age 6+Shelley Duvall Presents: American Tall Tales and Legends: John Henry
Sanitized telling of the legend of John Henry.
Release Date: 2/8/2005
Age 5+Mulan 2
Mulan stumbles along the road to wedded bliss.
Release Date: 2/1/2005
Age 6+The Hunchback of Notre Dame II
Weak sequel, with a bit of the original's charms.
Release Date: 1/25/2005
Age 10+Are We There Yet?
Less amusing than a game of license plate bingo.
Release Date: 1/21/2005
Age 7+Racing Stripes
Best live-action talking animal movie since Babe.
Release Date: 1/14/2005
Age 4+Winnie the Pooh: Springtime with Roo
Little kids will enjoy this Easter tale.
Release Date: 1/4/2005
Age 3+My Little Pony: A Very Minty Christmas
Hasbro toys await Santa; preschoolers only.
Release Date: 1/1/2005
Age 6+Bugs Bunny's Halloween Hijinx
A classic cartoon's take on scary monsters.
Release Date: 1/1/2005
Age 6+Tarzan II
An enjoyable jungle jaunt with young Tarzan.
Release Date: 01/01/2005
Age 7+Fat Albert
A sweet but small, so-so movie.
Release Date: 12/25/2004
Age 9+Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events
Book's fans will enjoy, but too creepy for some.
Release Date: 12/17/2004
Age 6+The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie
Very similar to the TV show.
Release Date: 11/19/2004
Age 3+Scholastic Video Collection: Bark, George
Charming stories about canines.
Release Date: 11/16/2004
Age 6+The Polar Express
The best kids' holiday movie in years.
Release Date: 11/10/2004
Age 4+Brum: Snow Thieves & Other Stories
Little yellow car protects London from thieves.
Release Date: 11/9/2004
Age 8+Popular Mechanics for Kids: Rip Roarin Roller Coasters
Behind the scenes look at theme parks and more.
Release Date: 11/09/2004
Age 7+The Incredibles
Incredible! But action too much for youngest kids.
Release Date: 11/5/2004
Age 5+Mulan
Disneyfied but dignified tale of Chinese warrior.
Release Date: 10/26/2004
Age 10+Raise Your Voice
Made for tween girls.
Release Date: 10/8/2004
Age 6+Aladdin
A magic carpet ride of a movie from Disney.
Release Date: 10/05/2004
Age 8+Shark Tale
Fast, fresh, funny action comedy set undersea.
Release Date: 10/1/2004
Age 4+Brum: Soccer Hero and Other Stories
When you need a break from Elmo and Barney.
Release Date: 9/7/2004
Age 4+Brum: Crazy Chair Chase
Fair fare, but nothing to sound the horn about.
Release Date: 9/7/2004
Age 5+The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride
Romeo and Juliet in the pridelands.
Release Date: 8/31/2004
Age 7+Super Babies: Baby Geniuses 2
These babies need a time out.
Release Date: 8/27/2004
Age 6+Benji Off the Leash
Charming movie featuring an adorable dog.
Release Date: 08/20/2004
Age 6+The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement
A fun romp for girls of all ages.
Release Date: 8/13/2004
Age 8+Yu-Gi-Oh! The Movie
More infomercial than movie. For series fans only.
Release Date: 08/13/2004
Age 8+Two Brothers
Stunningly beautiful, too intense for little kids.
Release Date: 6/25/2004
Age 7+Scooby-Doo and The Loch Ness Monster
Sure to please young fans of Scooby-Doo.
Release Date: 6/22/2004
Age 8+Around the World in 80 Days
Mildly amusing Jackie Chan adventure.
Release Date: 6/18/2004
Age 7+Garfield
Cat-astrophic for adults, but kids will love it.
Release Date: 6/11/2004
Age 6+Shrek 2
Just as much fairytale fun as the first one.
Release Date: 5/26/2004
Age 4+Clifford's Really Big Movie
Charming and harmless. Nap while your kid enjoys.
Release Date: 4/23/2004
Age 8+Ella Enchanted
Endearing, enduring, and lots of fun.
Release Date: 04/09/2004
Age 5+Air Bud: Seventh Inning Fetch
Painfully slow, pointless Air Bud movie.
Release Date: 4/6/2004
Age 6+Home on the Range
Not a classic, but cute and fun for families.
Release Date: 4/2/2004
Age 7+Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed
Milder than the 1st, but not Scooby-snack worthy.
Release Date: 03/26/2004
Age 8+Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London
Moderately cute action comedy for young tweens.
Release Date: 3/12/2004
Age 5+The Lion King 1 1/2
Clever and mostly charming--most kids will enjoy.
Release Date: 2/10/2004
Age 8+Catch That Kid
Painfully bad. A real head-scratcher.
Release Date: 2/6/2004
Age 5+Teacher's Pet
Fast, fresh, funny and entertaining for all.
Release Date: 1/16/2004
Age 4+Cardcaptors: Test of Courage
A gentle, mystical series
Release Date: 1/6/2004
Age 4+The Land Before Time
Baby dinosaur buddy flick that started the series.
Release Date: 12/30/2003
Age 9+Peter Pan (2003)
Live-action version keeps its thrill and charm.
Release Date: 12/25/2003
Age 7+The Young Black Stallion
Visually stunning 50 minute IMAX thumbs-up.
Release Date: 12/25/2003
Age 8+Cheaper by the Dozen
Remake bears no resemblance to the 1950 original.
Release Date: 12/25/2003
Age 4+I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown
Mild 2003 TV special best for big Peanuts fans.
Release Date: 12/9/2003
Age 5+Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat
Too mature for the kids who are reading the book.
Release Date: 11/21/2003
Age 7+Looney Tunes: Back in Action
Live action/animated tale will amuse cartoon fans.
Release Date: 11/14/2003
Age 7+Elf
Peppy holiday favorite for both kids and parents.
Release Date: 11/07/2003
Age 5+Brother Bear
Lackluster story only for kindergarteners.
Release Date: 10/31/2003
Age 6+Good Boy!
Not particularly imaginative, but not the worst.
Release Date: 10/10/2003
Age 2+Dr. Seuss: Green Eggs and Ham and Other Favorites
Shoddy animation, but still classic Seuss.
Release Date: 10/7/2003
Age 4+Franklin and the Green Knight
Franklin deals with sibling rivalry.
Release Date: 8/19/2003
Age 6+Stitch! The Movie
Girl teams with lively alien in uninspired sequel.
Release Date: 8/18/2003
Age 7+Atlantis: Milo's Return
Long on action, short on storyline.
Release Date: 8/17/2003
Age 8+The Cheetah Girls
Singers celebrate diversity and independence.
Release Date: 8/15/2003
Age 8+Freaky Friday
Mother-daughter switch is fun comedic chaos.
Release Date: 08/08/2003
Age 7+Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over
Kids will love it, but adults may find it flat.
Release Date: 7/25/2003
Age 7+Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas
Dazzling special effects, not much else.
Release Date: 07/02/2003
Age 5+Air Bud Spikes Back
For young dog lovers only.
Release Date: 6/20/2003
Age 8+The Even Stevens Movie
Tween-friendly movie based on hit Disney comedy.
Release Date: 06/13/2003
Age 5+Rugrats Go Wild
Pleasant for kids, not too painful for parents.
Release Date: 6/13/2003
Age 4+Finding Nemo
Sweet father-son tale is perfect family viewing.
Release Date: 05/30/2003
Age 5+Pokemon Heroes
Below-average and too violent for younger kids.
Release Date: 5/16/2003
Age 6+Daddy Day Care
Eddie Murphy in slapstick potty humor comedy.
Release Date: 5/9/2003
Age 10+Holes
Great movie respects its audience's intelligence.
Release Date: 04/18/2003
Age 5+Kiki's Delivery Service
A mystical, positive take on girl's coming of age.
Release Date: 4/15/2003
Age 4+Piglet's Big Movie
Not very interesting, imaginative or exciting.
Release Date: 03/21/2003
Age 5+Charlotte's Web 2: Wilbur's Great Adventure
Nothing like the original, but fun on its own.
Release Date: 3/18/2003
Age 4+The Jungle Book 2
Ok for kids, but not the most inspired sequel.
Release Date: 02/14/2003
Age 4+Sagwa's Storybook World
Delightful treat based on Amy Tan's kids' book.
Release Date: 1/28/2003
Age 6+101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure
The further adventures of a huge batch of puppies.
Release Date: 1/21/2003
Age 5+MXP: Most Xtreme Primate
Young animal fans will enjoy snowboarding chimp.
Release Date: 1/20/2003
Age 12+Sounder (2003)
Affecting update of the coming-of-age classic.
Release Date: 01/19/2003
Age 6+Hot Wheels: AcceleRacers
Animated series is an ad for Hot Wheels cars.
Release Date: 1/1/2003
Age 6+The Wild Thornberrys Movie
Wholesome but also has kid appeal.
Release Date: 12/20/2002
Age 7+Treasure Planet
Brilliant combo of computer and hand animation.
Release Date: 11/27/2002
Age 5+The Santa Clause 2
This one deserves a "bah humbug."
Release Date: 10/27/2002
Age 6+Wee Bee Tunes Travel Adventures: The Journey Continues!
Wee Bee Tunes gang explores the continents.
Release Date: 10/15/2002
Age 6+Wee Bee Tunes Travel Adventures: Get Your Passport.
The Wee Bees Tunes gang goes globetrotting.
Release Date: 10/15/2002
Age 5+Pokemon 4Ever
Serious Pokemon fans will like it.
Release Date: 10/11/2002
Age 10+Tuck Everlasting
Lovely version of the favorite middle-school book.
Release Date: 10/11/2002
Age 6+Honey, We Shrunk Ourselves
Good, clean, tiny fun.
Release Date: 10/8/2002
Age 5+Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie
Entertaining, humorous take on biblical story.
Release Date: 10/4/2002
Age 7+The Mummy: Quest for the Lost Scrolls
Animated, but may be too scary for some kids.
Release Date: 10/1/2002
Age 4+3-2-1 Penguins! The Cheating Scales of Bullamanka
VeggieTales-produced moral tale of penguins.
Release Date: 10/1/2002
Age 5+Mickey's House of Villains
Celebrate Halloween with Disney's creepiest.
Release Date: 9/30/2002
Age 7+Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams
An imaginatively joyous adventure.
Release Date: 08/07/2002
Age 4+The Country Bears
A dumb story about a bear adopted by humans.
Release Date: 7/26/2002
Age 6+Stuart Little 2
A sweet family movie with excellent voice talent.
Release Date: 7/19/2002
Age 7+The Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course
Basically a 70-minute version of the TV show.
Release Date: 7/12/2002
Age 6+The Powerpuff Girls Movie
Funny, exciting, and involving.
Release Date: 7/3/2002
Age 10+Get a Clue
Lohan stars as shopping-happy teen sleuth.
Release Date: 07/02/2002
Age 5+Hey Arnold: The Movie
Not inspired. What did you expect?
Release Date: 06/28/2002
Age 5+Lilo and Stitch
Cute story, great characters, fabulous soundtrack.
Release Date: 6/21/2002
Age 9+Scooby-Doo
Too scary for most kids, too dumb for most teens.
Release Date: 6/14/2002
Age 6+Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
Many kids will like this mustang tale.
Release Date: 5/24/2002
Age 11+Spirited Away
Magnificent, spellbinding movie has a bit of edge.
Release Date: 4/20/2002
Age 6+Ice Age
Clever, funny, touching; like a great road movie.
Release Date: 03/15/2002
Age 8+The Sandlot
Field of Dreams for tweens.
Release Date: 3/11/2002
Age 4+Cinderella II: Dreams Come True
Laugh along with your kids at this funny flick.
Release Date: 2/26/2002
Age 6+Balto II: Wolfquest
Dramatic tale for puppy-lovers and kids.
Release Date: 2/19/2002
Age 5+Return to Never Land
Pleasant but forgettable sequel to Disney classic.
Release Date: 2/15/2002
Age 9+Big Fat Liar
Really likeable family comedy.
Release Date: 02/08/2002
Age 4+Rugrats in Paris
Eighty minutes of visual surprises, clever comedy.
Release Date: 01/10/2002
Age 6+Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius
Stylish 3-D computer animation, good characters.
Release Date: 12/21/2001
Age 5+Monsters, Inc.
Cuddly, adorable, kid-friendly monster movie.
Release Date: 11/2/2001
Age 6+Max Keeble's Big Move
Slapstick humor and fun premise kids will love.
Release Date: 10/4/2001
Age 5+Charlotte's Web
Heartwarming tale of love and friendship.
Release Date: 8/28/2001
Age 6+The Princess Diaries
Terrific fun for girls and their families, too.
Release Date: 8/3/2001
Age 7+Atlantis: The Lost Empire
Adventurous Disney fare fun for elementary kids.
Release Date: 6/15/2001
Age 5+Cats and Dogs
Very cute. Really. Love those pets.
Release Date: 6/6/2001
Age 6+Free Willy 2: The Adventure Home
This rote sequel will thrill Willy fans.
Release Date: 6/5/2001
Age 6+Shrek
Gross-out laughs meet a marvelous fairytale mix.
Release Date: 5/18/2001
Age 6+The Trumpet of the Swan
A good family movie; much to enjoy and talk about.
Release Date: 5/11/2001
Age 5+Pokemon 3
Not great, but series fans should enjoy.
Release Date: 4/6/2001
Age 7+Spy Kids
Just the right combination of fantasy and comedy.
Release Date: 3/30/2001
Age 8+See Spot Run
Too dumb and too vulgar for anyone.
Release Date: 3/2/2001
Age 6+Recess: School's Out!
Simply a TV episode blown up for the big screen.
Release Date: 2/16/2001
Age 6+Digimon: The Movie
If you love Digimon, here's more. No surprises.
Release Date: 2/6/2001
Age 5+Card Captors: Power Match
A sedate, mostly-empowering fantasy.
Release Date: 1/16/2001
Age 6+The Emperor's New Groove
More fun, goofy cartoon antics than Disney polish.
Release Date: 12/15/2000
Age 5+101 Dalmatians (Live Action)
All-ages spotted canine caper updates classic.
Release Date: 12/12/2000
Age 6+102 Dalmatians
So-so non-cartoon sequel to a family favorite.
Release Date: 11/22/2000
Age 6+How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Sugarplum of a movie based on Dr. Seuss of course.
Release Date: 11/17/2000
Age 8+Joseph: King of Dreams
Animated Bible story too scary for very young.
Release Date: 11/07/2000
Age 11+Dexter's Laboratory: Ego Trip
Crass and sexist take on the TV show.
Release Date: 11/7/2000
Age 2+Baby Santa's Music Box
Sing carols to your babies instead.
Release Date: 11/1/2000
Age 6+Casper's Haunted Christmas
A sweet and somewhat sophisticated holiday tale.
Release Date: 10/31/2000
Age 4+The Scarecrow (2000)
Cheap animation, annoying songs, hard to endure.
Release Date: 10/16/2000
Age 7+Peter Pan (2000)
Leap-out-of-your-seat fun; great intro to theater.
Release Date: 10/10/2000
Age 5+The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea
An uninspired rehash of the first movie.
Release Date: 9/19/2000
Age 6+Monster Rancher series
A mediocre Pokemon clone.
Release Date: 9/18/2000
Age 6+Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World
More romance than history, but kids will enjoy.
Release Date: 8/15/2000
Age 4+Thomas and the Magic Railroad
Will please its many fans, but might confuse kids.
Release Date: 7/28/2000
Age 5+An American Tail: The Mystery of the Night Monster
A mystery with spunk, courage and heart.
Release Date: 7/25/2000
Age 5+Pokemon the Movie 2000
Better than the first, but that's not saying much.
Release Date: 7/21/2000
Age 2+The World of Art, Music and Dance
Joyous introduction to the fine arts.
Release Date: 07/01/2000
Age 6+Chicken Run
Fab animation from Wallace and Gromit creator.
Release Date: 6/23/2000
Age 6+Fantasia 2000
Delightful but may scare more sensitive kids.
Release Date: 6/16/2000
Age 6+Pocahontas
Good animated movie -- lots of talking animals.
Release Date: 6/6/2000
Age 6+Dinosaur
Stunning, but can be dark and scary in places.
Release Date: 5/19/2000
Age 6+Gundam Wing series
Futuristic battles are the center of this cartoon.
Release Date: 5/16/2000
Age 5+Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman
A loveable horror story with life lessons.
Release Date: 4/11/2000
Age 6+The Amazing Adventures of Mary-Kate and Ashley
Cute and educational mysteries.
Release Date: 4/11/2000
Age 5+Air Bud: World Pup
Wholesome and endearing dog movie.
Release Date: 4/5/2000
Age 6+The Road to El Dorado
Outstanding family movie, with a lackluster score.
Release Date: 3/31/2000
Age 6+An Extremely Goofy Movie
Much juvenile humor and tongue-in-cheek.
Release Date: 2/29/2000
Age 3+The Tigger Movie
Tigger's bouncy quest will appeal to younger viewers.
Release Date: 2/12/2000
Age 5+Snow Day
Good family fun for a snow day.
Release Date: 2/7/2000
Age 9+CyberWorld
Episodes create a display of computer animation.
Release Date: 1/1/2000
Age 2+Goodnight Moon and Other Sleepytime Tales
A watch-and-grow-sleepy experience.
Release Date: 1/1/2000
Age 6+Tom Sawyer (2000)
A song-filled family adventure.
Release Date: 1/1/2000
Age 3+Count with Maisy
An imaginative and fun learning video.
Release Date: 1/1/2000
Age 4+The Best of Dr. Seuss
Classic stories come to life.
Release Date: 01/01/2000
Age 6+Stuart Little
A terrific family movie based on a terrific book.
Release Date: 12/17/1999
Age 5+Pokemon: The First Movie
Excruciating to endure.
Release Date: 11/12/1999
Age 3+Blue's Big Musical Movie
Blue puts on a musical.
Release Date: 10/10/1999
Age 3+The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
Sesame Street fans will love this movie.
Release Date: 10/1/1999
Age 4+Belle's Tales of Friendship
Stories and songs of cooperation.
Release Date: 8/17/1999
Age 10+The Wonderful Ice Cream Suit
A wonderful, magical movie.
Release Date: 8/15/1999
Age 6+The Iron Giant
Director's cut of a wonderful family movie.
Release Date: 8/1/1999
Age 10+Inspector Gadget
Not nearly as good as the TV show.
Release Date: 07/23/1999
Age 5+Muppets From Space
Plenty to keep kids and parents amused.
Release Date: 7/16/1999
Age 5+Tarzan
Kids will be drawn to Disney's fast-paced version.
Release Date: 06/27/1999
Age 4+The King and I (1999 animated version)
OK for kids, but a waste of time; classic is best.
Release Date: 5/1/1999
Age 8+Babe: Pig in the City
Darker than the original, not for young kids.
Release Date: 4/28/1999
Age 6+Annie (1999)
A tuneful, joyous musical for the family.
Release Date: 4/11/1999
Age 6+Ever After
Charming Cinderella-like tale boasts stellar cast.
Release Date: 2/21/1999
Age 6+Doug's 1st Movie
Doug saves a lake from a polluting monster.
Release Date: 2/5/1999
Age 5+Babe
Heartwarming farm story touching and a bit scary.
Release Date: 1/5/1999
Age 3+Sesame Street Kids' Guide to Life: Big Bird Gets Lost
Teaches kids what to do when they're lost.
Release Date: 01/01/1999
Age 6+Madeline
Great for young kids and fans of the books.
Release Date: 1/1/1999
Age 9+Princess Mononoke
Epic, compelling and violent anime.
Release Date: 1/1/1999
Age 2+Faeries
Light humor and suspense make up for a thin plot.
Release Date: 1/1/1999
Age 6+The Parent Trap
Delightful remake is great for the whole family.
Release Date: 1/1/1999
Age 2+Zoboomafoo: Play Day at Animal Junction
An imaginative, educational wildlife romp.
Release Date: 1/1/1999
Age 2+Zoboomafoo: Zoboo's Little Pals
Wild(life) fun for young learners.
Release Date: 1/1/1999
Age 6+Archie's Weird Mysteries: Archie and the Riverdale Vampires
Perfunctory but fun cartoon.
Release Date: 1/1/1999
Age 9+Baby Geniuses
A bad sit-com of a movie.
Release Date: 1/1/1999
Age 8+Prince of Egypt
Well-told story that's careful not to offend.
Release Date: 12/20/1998
Age 6+Air Bud: Golden Receiver
Cute but more intense than other Air Bud movies.
Release Date: 12/12/1998
Age 4+The Rugrats Movie
Kids will love it, parents may not.
Release Date: 12/6/1998
Age 5+A Bug's Life
Pixar's hoppin' delight is full of fun characters.
Release Date: 11/25/1998
Age 5+Pokemon, Vol. 1: I Choose You! Pikachu!
A captivating series for the under-10 set.
Release Date: 11/24/1998
Age 6+Casper Meets Wendy
Hilary Duff's silly spook-fest is good tween fun.
Release Date: 10/02/1998
Age 7+Antz
Woody Allen plays a computer-animated ant.
Release Date: 10/02/1998
Age 6+Quest for Camelot
Decent full-length animated musical drama.
Release Date: 10/1/1998
Age 7+Sonic the Hedgehog: The Movie
Charming story and elaborate anime visualizations.
Release Date: 9/9/1998
Age 8+Fly Away Home
Thrilling, touching adventure for animal lovers.
Release Date: 05/01/1998
Age 4+Kids for Character
TV figures explain concepts like trust and caring.
Release Date: 5/1/1998
Age 4+Bedtime Stories
Toddler-aimed DVD is gentle as a lullaby.
Release Date: 4/15/1998
Age 6+Cats Don't Dance
Very cute animation with Randy Newman music.
Release Date: 4/5/1998
Age 5+FernGully 2: The Magical Rescue
Sequel lacks the star-power and wit of first film.
Release Date: 3/17/1998
Age 5+Buzz Lightyear of Star Command: The Adventure Begins
A spirited romp through space.
Release Date: 2/1/1998
Age 4+Collector's Edition: 10 Years of Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends
A model of the best.
Release Date: 1/1/1998
Age 5+101 Dalmatians Christmas
Not very Christmas-y cartoons.
Release Date: 1/1/1998
Age 11+Small Soldiers
A mean-spirited, technologically stunning cartoon.
Release Date: 1/1/1998
Age 9+Cartoon Crazy's 2
A blast from the past, for animation buffs only.
Release Date: 1/1/1998
Age 5+The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars
An amusing but dumbed-down kids' cartoon.
Release Date: 1/1/1998
Age 8+Summer of the Monkeys
A heartwarming chimp tale.
Release Date: 1/1/1998
Age 6+Mouse Hunt
A vivacious, clever slapstick comedy.
Release Date: 12/19/1997
Age 6+Anastasia
Beautiful but inaccurate depiction of Anastasia.
Release Date: 11/21/1997
Age 5+Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella
Multi-ethnic cast modernizes classic fairy tale.
Release Date: 11/02/1997
Age 7+The Indian in the Cupboard
Classic, heartwarming fantasy will rivet kids.
Release Date: 8/22/1997
Age 6+Air Bud
A high-flying dog tale for kids.
Release Date: 8/1/1997
Age 6+George of the Jungle
Live-action take on popular tale is family fun.
Release Date: 7/18/1997
Age 6+Hercules
Lighthearted Disney. Kids may need background.
Release Date: 06/27/1997
Age 7+Rocketman
A so-so sophomoric space comedy.
Release Date: 06/20/1997
Age 5+Annabelle's Wish
A holiday story of love and hope.
Release Date: 4/11/1997
Age 9+Harriet the Spy
Fans of the book will want to see this film.
Release Date: 2/25/1997
Age 7+That Darn Cat (1997)
Obviously designed for cynical modern teens.
Release Date: 2/14/1997
Age 6+Zeus and Roxanne
Predictable and utterly unoriginal.
Release Date: 1/24/1997
Age 2+BabyScapes: Celebration of Color
A colorful learning tool for toddlers.
Release Date: 01/01/1997
Age 10+The Preacher's Wife
Denzel's Christmas angel meets Whitney's voice.
Release Date: 12/13/1996
Age 7+Space Jam
Live-action/animation mix is good fun for kids.
Release Date: 11/15/1996
Age 8+Matilda
Offbeat fantasy gem, but too dark for young kids.
Release Date: 8/2/1996
Age 6+Muppet Treasure Island
The Muppets hit the high seas. Hilarious!
Release Date: 7/26/1996
Age 5+The Thief and the Cobbler
A must for family viewing.
Release Date: 7/11/1996
Age 6+The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)
Touching Disney tale cheers on the outcasts.
Release Date: 06/21/1996
Age 8+Darby O'Gill and the Little People
Imaginative story will draw tweens and teens in.
Release Date: 5/21/1996
Age 9+The Best of Roger Rabbit
Old fashioned cartoon mayhem.
Release Date: 4/21/1996
Age 5+Aladdin and the King of Thieves
A reunion Aladdin fans will love.
Release Date: 4/11/1996
Age 5+All Dogs Go to Heaven 2
This dark coming-of-age story is a unique romp.
Release Date: 3/29/1996
Age 6+Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco
Definitely not as good as the first.
Release Date: 2/19/1996
Age 6+Dunston Checks In
Silly orangutan brightens lackluster family flick.
Release Date: 1/12/1996
Age 6+Disney's Sweetheart Stories
Sweet, goofy (and Goofy) tales of love.
Release Date: 01/10/1996
Age 6+Superman: Last Son of Krypton
A smart, charismatic Superman retelling.
Release Date: 1/1/1996
Age 7+James and the Giant Peach
Fabulous adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic book.
Release Date: 1/1/1996
Age 11+Tom and Huck
Unexceptional adaptation, but entertaining movie.
Release Date: 12/22/1995
Age 5+Balto
Brave dog saves kids in adequate fact-based film.
Release Date: 12/22/1995
Age 5+It Takes Two
Olsens in Prince and the Pauper meets Parent Trap.
Release Date: 11/17/1995
Age 9+The Baby Sitters Club
A girlfriends story with a great message.
Release Date: 08/14/1995
Age 6+Casper
Haunted house tale not as mild as the cartoons.
Release Date: 05/26/1995
Age 7+A Little Princess
Wonderful movie of a lonely girl's triumph.
Release Date: 5/10/1995
Age 7+The Pebble and the Penguin
Animated penguin tale heavy on romance, peril.
Release Date: 04/11/1995
Age 8+Far From Home: The Adventures of Yellow Dog
Gripping tale of survival leaves a lasting impression.
Release Date: 3/11/1995
Age 6+Disney's Love Tales
Mostly banal Disney classic shorts.
Release Date: 1/13/1995
Age 3+Winnie the Pooh: Un-Valentine's Day / A Valentine for You
Cuddly Pooh Valentine stories for preschoolers.
Release Date: 1/6/1995
Age 7+A Goofy Movie
Even tweens will enjoy this road trip with Goofy.
Release Date: 1/1/1995
Age 6+Carrotblanca
Classic movie spoofs.
Release Date: 1/1/1995
Age 5+Wishbone: Bone of Arc
A tail-waggingly heroic tale.
Release Date: 1/1/1995
Age 6+Bill Nye the Science Guy: Insects and Reptiles--Leapin' Lizards!
Funny and engaging science education.
Release Date: 1/1/1995
Age 8+The Little Rascals (1994)
Madcap, mischievous Our Gang remake.
Release Date: 09/18/1994
Age 7+Angels in the Outfield
Heartwarming movie about hope and baseball.
Release Date: 7/15/1994
Age 5+The Lion King
Disney's tuneful king-of-the-beasts blockbuster.
Release Date: 06/24/1994
Age 6+Black Beauty--The Movie
A harrowing and Beauty-ful version of the book.
Release Date: 4/22/1994
Age 4+Thumbelina
Magical, musically enchanting, and great for all ages!
Release Date: 2/19/1994
Age 11+My Girl 2
Not as dark (or engaging) as the first.
Release Date: 2/11/1994
Age 6+Andre
Sweet story of a shy girl and a seal.
Release Date: 01/01/1994
Age 5+The Return of Jafar
A genie that should have stayed in the bottle.
Release Date: 1/1/1994
Age 5+George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
Macaulay Culkin v. Mouse King in NYC Ballet treat.
Release Date: 12/01/1993
Age 6+Rookie of the Year
Far-fetched fantasy is good-natured fun for all.
Release Date: 10/10/1993
Age 8+The Secret Garden
Great book, great adaptation.
Release Date: 8/13/1993
Age 6+Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey
Adventurous animal tale will have kids riveted.
Release Date: 8/10/1993
Age 11+Hocus Pocus
Rollicking Halloween fun for tweens and up.
Release Date: 7/16/1993
Age 6+Beethoven's 2nd
A bland but enjoyable good time.
Release Date: 4/15/1993
Age 5+The Adventures of Curious George and His Friends
Classic childrens tales brought lovingly to life.
Release Date: 4/5/1993
Age 5+Once Upon a Forest
Sweet critter adventure, but some dark themes as well.
Release Date: 2/27/1993
Age 8+The Best of Beakman's World
A decidedly un-dry science show.
Release Date: 1/1/1993
Age 6+Free Willy
A wayward boy befriends a moody killer whale.
Release Date: 1/1/1993
Age 5+The Muppet Christmas Carol
A gentle, fuzzy version of the Dickens classic.
Release Date: 12/11/1992
Age 7+Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
Culkin sequel takes slapstick shenanigans to NYC.
Release Date: 11/15/1992
Age 8+The Mighty Ducks
A light-hearted classic kids' sports movie.
Release Date: 10/2/1992
Age 6+Honey, I Blew Up the Kid
Silly scientific mayhem.
Release Date: 07/17/1992
Age 5+Beethoven Lives Upstairs
A virtuostic introduction to the composer.
Release Date: 4/15/1992
Age 8+The Adventures of Batman and Robin: The Penguin
Action-packed and true to the source.
Release Date: 4/5/1992
Age 5+FernGully: The Last Rainforest
Wonderful voices in family delight.
Release Date: 4/1/1992
Age 6+Beethoven
A sloppy but lovable pooch of a movie.
Release Date: 1/1/1992
Age 8+Hook
A clumsy mishmash of a comedy.
Release Date: 12/11/1991
Age 11+My Girl
Coming of age tale tackles death; for older kids.
Release Date: 11/27/1991
Age 5+Beauty and the Beast
You can't judge a beast by his cupboard.
Release Date: 11/13/1991
Age 5+An American Tail: Fievel Goes West
The further adventures of immigrant mice.
Release Date: 6/27/1991
Age 4+Snoopy's Reunion
All puppies, no plot in this Peanuts DVD.
Release Date: 5/1/1991
Age 10+White Fang
Exciting tale set in gold-rush Alaska.
Release Date: 1/18/1991
Age 5+The Shelly T. Turtle Show: Ant's Life and Other Bugs
Educational, funny nature show.
Release Date: 01/01/1991
Age 4+Yogi's First Christmas
Hey hey, Boo Boo! Yogi's Christmas caper is a keeper.
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Age 7+Home Alone
Slapstick family holiday comedy brings the pain.
Release Date: 11/10/1990
Age 6+The Rescuers Down Under
A rare sequel that improves on the original.
Release Date: 7/15/1990
Age 4+Jetsons: The Movie
Great visuals, lackluster characters and plot.
Release Date: 7/6/1990
Age 7+Wallace & Gromit in Three Amazing Adventures
Witty claymation shorts with whole-family appeal.
Release Date: 3/8/1990
Age 8+Creature Comforts
Witty, absurd claymation for tweens and adults.
Release Date: 1/1/1990
Age 8+The Witches
Some kids will love it, some may find disturbing.
Release Date: 1/1/1990
Age 8+The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair
BBC's heroic Narnia adventure marred by slow pace.
Release Date: 1/1/1990
Age 5+The Little Mermaid
A superbly entertaining animated musical.
Release Date: 11/15/1989
Age 6+Honey, I Shrunk the Kids
Two-dimensional fun.
Release Date: 06/23/1989
Age 8+Ghostbusters II
Slime-soaked sequel still has spirit and laughs.
Release Date: 6/16/1989
Age 5+The Adventures of Milo and Otis
A loveable pet tale.
Release Date: 4/5/1989
Age 2+One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish
Classic Seuss; more illustration than animation.
Release Date: 1/1/1989
Age 9+Courage Mountain
A ridiculous retelling of the Heidi.
Release Date: 1/1/1989
Age 5+All Dogs Go to Heaven
A barking romp too intense for younger children.
Release Date: 1/1/1989
Age 5+Oliver and Company
Can't compete with Disney classics, but still fun.
Release Date: 11/18/1988
Age 6+Daffy Duck's Quackbusters
Funny vintage cartoons with lots of slapstick violence.
Release Date: 9/24/1988
Age 5+My Neighbor Totoro
One of the best family movies of all time.
Release Date: 6/14/1988
Age 6+Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special
Bizarre humor, high-speed antics, non-stop fun!
Release Date: 1/1/1988
Age 3+A Muppet Family Christmas
A short-and-sweet, tuneful holiday reunion.
Release Date: 12/25/1987
Age 5+The Brave Little Toaster
Appliances make a suspenseful, incredible journey.
Release Date: 07/10/1987
Age 7+Harry and the Hendersons
A big, Harry family adventure full of laughs.
Release Date: 4/26/1987
Age 5+The Chipmunk Adventure
Mild and fun rodent romp 'round the world.
Release Date: 1/1/1987
Age 5+An American Tail
Adorable, heartwarming tale of immigrant mouse.
Release Date: 11/21/1986
Age 6+The Worst Witch
Slow-paced magic adventure for the pre-Potter set.
Release Date: 10/16/1986
Age 5+The Wind in the Willows: The Complete Second Series
The further adventures of Toad and friends.
Release Date: 8/1/1986
Age 7+The Flight of the Navigator
An exciting time travel adventure.
Release Date: 7/11/1986
Age 6+The Great Mouse Detective
Disney's clever Sherlock for the elementary set.
Release Date: 07/02/1986
Age 12+The Karate Kid, Part II
Excessive violence mars so-so sequel.
Release Date: 6/19/1986
Age 5+The Care Bears Movie II: A New Generation
Below-average movie pushes merchandise to kids.
Release Date: 3/21/1986
Age 7+Anne of Green Gables
Graceful, sensitive story of another time.
Release Date: 01/10/1986
Age 4+The Christmas Toy
A charming, if familiar, toy story.
Release Date: 1/1/1986
Age 4+The Care Bears Movie
Not all rainbows and hugs -- some scares, too.
Release Date: 03/29/1985
Age 4+Sesame Street Presents: Follow That Bird
Big Bird finds his true home in this warm tale.
Release Date: 3/26/1985
Age 7+The Black Cauldron
A dark Disney epic.
Release Date: 1/1/1985
Age 3+You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
A toe-tapping song-fest for the whole family.
Release Date: 1/1/1985
Age 5+The Muppets Take Manhattan
Maybe the least-appreciated and best Muppet movie.
Release Date: 07/13/1984
Age 12+The Karate Kid
A classic coming-of-age story that remains fresh.
Release Date: 06/22/1984
Age 8+A Christmas Story
Wonderful antidote to saccharine holiday tales.
Release Date: 11/18/1983
Age 8+The Black Stallion Returns
A lackluster sequel to the well-loved original.
Release Date: 1/1/1983
Age 9+The Last Unicorn
Dated cartoon may prove difficult to sit through.
Release Date: 07/20/1982
Age 6+Annie
Tale of cute orphan is great for the whole family.
Release Date: 06/09/1982
Age 8+The Secret of NIMH
Fascinating. But sensitive animal-lovers beware.
Release Date: 01/01/1982
Age 5+Banjo the Woodpile Cat
Great animation, so-so story.
Release Date: 1/1/1982
Age 5+The Great Muppet Caper
Muppets in London on a retro musical robbery-romp.
Release Date: 6/6/1981
Age 5+The Fox and the Hound
A heartwarming tale of friendship and growing up.
Release Date: 1/1/1981
Age 5+Bon Voyage, Charlie Brown (And Don't Come Back)
Less-than-stellar Peanuts gang adventure.
Release Date: 5/30/1980
Age 4+Jack Frost
Minor Rankin-Bass classic with a touch of romance.
Release Date: 12/13/1979
Age 8+The Black Stallion
Breathtakingly beautiful, truly magical movie.
Release Date: 10/17/1979
Age 4+Rudolph and Frosty's Christmas in July
Dark, creepy story lacks Yuletide spirit.
Release Date: 07/01/1979
Age 5+The Muppet Movie
First Muppet movie is a classic.
Release Date: 05/31/1979
Age 6+Casper Saves Halloween
A feeble, incongruous cartoon compilation.
Release Date: 1/1/1979
Age 7+The Bugs Bunny/Road Runner Movie
Classic cartoon spills and gags
Release Date: 1/1/1979
Age 5+Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas
Early Muppet TV special with warmth, tunes, critters.
Release Date: 12/1/1977
Age 7+Pete's Dragon
Offbeat live-action/animation mix with lots of drinking.
Release Date: 11/3/1977
Age 5+Schoolhouse Rock!
Classic, clever, kitschy songs that teach.
Release Date: 7/18/1977
Age 6+The Rescuers
Great adventure, but too dark for preschoolers.
Release Date: 07/15/1977
Age 6+Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo
Silly but fun French adventures of Herbie in love.
Release Date: 6/24/1977
Age 3+Rudolph's Shiny New Year
Rudolph helps another outcast save New Year's Eve.
Release Date: 12/10/1976
Age 8+Bugsy Malone
Jodie Foster stars in goofy kid mobster movie.
Release Date: 05/29/1976
Age 6+Freaky Friday (1976)
Endearing '76 original may feel outdated to kids.
Release Date: 03/13/1976
Age 6+Gus
Kids will get a kick out of this mule tale.
Release Date: 2/1/1976
Age 4+You're a Good Sport, Charlie Brown
The Peanuts gang gets sporty.
Release Date: 10/28/1975
Age 7+The Apple Dumpling Gang
Rollicking Old West ride lassos some stereotypes.
Release Date: 09/07/1975
Age 7+Escape to Witch Mountain
They don't make them like this anymore.
Release Date: 3/21/1975
Age 3+Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown
Peanuts classic sings the Valentine's Day blues.
Release Date: 01/28/1975
Age 6+The Strongest Man in the World
Dexter Riley trilogy falls flat in its final installment.
Release Date: 1/5/1975
Age 6+Benji
Adorable dog saves the day in '70s classic.
Release Date: 10/25/1974
Age 8+Where the Red Fern Grows
Moving version of the classic novel.
Release Date: 6/24/1974
Age 3+It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown
Good grief, is that a dog delivering Easter eggs?
Release Date: 4/9/1974
Age 3+Frosty's Winter Wonderland
Snowman takes a wife in predictable sequel.
Release Date: 01/01/1974
Age 9+The Little Prince
Tender fable may appeal more to adults than kids.
Release Date: 1/1/1974
Age 6+Herbie Rides Again
Kids will love this gentle, slapstick love bug.
Release Date: 1/1/1974
Age 4+'Twas the Night Before Christmas
Simple animated tale about believing in Santa.
Release Date: 01/01/1974
Age 3+A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
Classic turkey-day special for young and old.
Release Date: 11/20/1973
Age 5+Robin Hood
A cuddly, classic take on the folktale.
Release Date: 11/08/1973
Age 4+A Cricket in Times Square
A paltry adaptation of a classic book.
Release Date: 1/1/1973
Age 5+You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown
Peanuts '70s TV special still rings true today.
Release Date: 10/02/1972
Age 7+Snowball Express
Retro romp in the snow is more fun for parents than kids.
Release Date: 4/22/1972
Age 7+Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Delightful Disney charmer may be too long for youngest.
Release Date: 12/13/1971
Age 8+Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Pure, sweet imagination for both kids and adults.
Release Date: 6/30/1971
Age 4+The Aristocats
Jazz and hijinks make this Disney cat tale meow.
Release Date: 12/24/1970
Age 8+The Phantom Tollbooth
Clever artistry fails to convey the book's depth.
Release Date: 11/7/1970
Age 4+Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!
Four classic Seuss animated TV specials.
Release Date: 1/1/1970
Age 4+LeapFrog: Let's Go to School
Siblings Tad and Lily overcome first-day-of-school jitters.
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Age 7+Labou
Lame attempt at a treasure hunt in Louisiana bayou.
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Age 7+The Nutty Professor
Animated update of Jerry Lewis film is all about bullying.
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Age 5+Schoolhouse Rock! Earth
Catchy, smart content for kids; green reminder for adults.
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Age 8+Bionicle: The Legend Reborn
Animated DVD based on popular toys has plenty of violence.
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Age 6+Happily N'Ever After 2: Snow White
Uninspired fairy tale with Snow White as a teenybopper.
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Age 3+Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails
Typical Thomas tale with mild peril; fun for fans.
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Age 3+Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey's Adventures in Wonderland
Some good lessons in potentially over-stimulating DVD.
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Age 7+Scooby-Doo: The Mystery Begins
Fun live-action prequel is too creepy for the littlest kids.
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Age 6+Little Lord Fauntleroy
1936 Freedie Bartholomew fairy tale.
Release Date: 1/1/1936
Age 6+The Wizard of Oz
Even decades later, one of the best family films ever made.
Release Date: 8/25/1939
Age 6+Gulliver's Travels
Classic 1930s animated tale. Fine for kids.
Release Date: 12/20/1939
Age 6+Pinocchio
Disney masterpiece is darker than you may remember.
Release Date: 2/7/1940
Age 5+Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Animated classic is enchanting but also scary.
Release Date: 2/4/1938
Age 5+Barbie and the Three Musketeers
Not as good as other Barbie titles; some violence.
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Age 6+Scooby-Doo and the Samurai Sword
Scooby's Japanese adventure is fun but a little violent.
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Age 6+Beethoven's Big Break
Fun, funny family dog movie has star moments.
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Age 5+Dr. Dolittle: Tail to the Chief
Famous vet's daughter finds her own way to shine.
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Age 4+Frances: Bedtime for Frances
Great lessons and cute stories for preschoolers.
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Age 6+Gotta Catch Santa Claus
Upbeat holiday package without much in the box.
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Age 4+Mickey, Donald and Goofy: The Three Musketeers
Too much cartoon violence in tale of classic trio.
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Age 3+Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas
Sweet, funny holiday fare with familiar, loveable monkey.
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Age 4+Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse
Lots of Disney faves stuck in a bland hodgepodge of shorts.
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Age 3+Dora the Explorer: Dora's Christmas Carol Adventure
Sweet Dora holiday movie sprinkled with Latin flavor.
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Age 3+Pixar Short Films: Volume 1
Animation heaven! Hilarious mini-stories will delight all.
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Age 5+A Martian Christmas
Outer space holiday cartoon beams mixed messages.
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Age 7+B.O.B.'s Big Break
Monsters vs. Aliens short also too intense for younger set.
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Age 4+Veggie Tales: Saint Nicholas: A Story of Giving
Bouncy moral tale takes a deep look at what giving means.
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Age 11+The Legend of Tillamook's Gold
Poor acting/directing make this teen treasure hunt a bust.
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Age 4+Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure
Gorgeously animated fairy fantasy teaches friendship lesson.
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Age 3+Winnie the Pooh: Seasons of Giving
Sweet seasonal adventures make this a holiday treat.
Release Date:- Age 4+
The Strawberry Shortcake Movie: Sky's the Limit
Uber-girly Strawberry and pals team up in mild adventure.
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Age 4+Disney Animation Collection 7: Mickey's Christmas Carol
Classic entertaining holiday shorts with perennial lessons.
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Age 6+Fantasia
A breathtaking animation feat.
Release Date: 1/29/1941
Age 3+My Little Pony: Twinkle Wish Adventure
Girly, cutesy, winter-themed tale of friendship.
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Age 2+Barney: Jungle Friends
Barney's jungle journey has an eco-message.
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Age 4+A Very Brave Witch and More Great Halloween Stories for Kids
Animated Scholastic stories spook preschoolers just a tad.
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Age 4+Where the Wild Things Are and Five More Stories
Classic Sendak stories with simple animation -- delightful.
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Age 7+Wallace and Gromit: A Matter of Loaf and Death
Always-charming claymation duo mix murder with romance.
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Age 6+My Friend Flicka
A classic horse story.
Release Date: 1/1/1943
Age 6+Born Free
A compelling classic nature story.
Release Date: 01/01/1966
Age 7+The Ugly Dachshund
Slow-moving story is for dog lovers only.
Release Date: 2/16/1966
Age 4+It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
Halloween isn't complete without this classic.
Release Date: 11/12/1966
Age 3+A Charlie Brown Christmas
The Peanuts gang in a classic Christmas special.
Release Date: 12/9/1965
Age 7+That Darn Cat (1965)
Amusing but long romp for both adults and kids.
Release Date: 12/2/1965
Age 6+Mary Poppins
World's coolest nanny celebrates family and fun.
Release Date: 08/29/1964
Age 6+The Incredible Mr. Limpet
Classic, silly Don Knotts fish-in-water fantasy.
Release Date: 11/20/1964
Age 5+Kimba the White Lion Volume 1: `The King is Dead, All Hail the King!`
Better than the Lion King.
Release Date: 1/1/1965
Age 4+Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Heartwarming TV special true to Seuss' classic.
Release Date: 11/16/1966
Age 4+The Jungle Book (animated)
Jaunty animation meets jazzy songs.
Release Date: 10/17/1967
Age 2+The Best of Kermit on Sesame Street
Lots of laughing and learning.
Release Date: 1/1/1969
Age 3+Frosty the Snowman
Classic Christmas TV special is sing-along fun.
Release Date: 12/7/1969
Age 6+The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes
1960s Disney comedy has lesson on fame's price.
Release Date: 12/31/1969
Age 6+Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
A car story custom made for kids.
Release Date: 12/18/1968
Age 7+Yellow Submarine
Beatles classic with great animation, music.
Release Date: 11/13/1968
Age 5+Doctor Dolittle (1967)
Animal-friendly, kid-friendly classic.
Release Date: 12/19/1967
Age 6+Speed Racer series
Fast, sleek and explosive classic TV series.
Release Date: 1/1/1968
Age 6+Blackbeard's Ghost
A yo-ho-wholesome retread of Disney favorites.
Release Date: 1/1/1968
Age 5+The Sword in the Stone
Delightful classic brings Arthur legend to life.
Release Date: 1/1/1963
Age 6+Son of Flubber
A harmless retread of a Disney classic.
Release Date: 1/1/1963
Age 8+Lassie Come Home
Barkin' good moral-rich classic. But violent, too.
Release Date: 06/18/1943
Age 6+The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad
Two classic stories told in the best Disney style.
Release Date: 10/5/1949
Age 5+Cinderella
Sweet fairy tale classic for little princesses.
Release Date: 2/15/1950
Age 2+Saludos Amigos
Disney's South American tour has fun cartoons.
Release Date: 2/6/1943
Age 4+Classic Caballeros Collection: Saludos Amigos and The Three Caballeros
Walt Disney's love letter to '40s Latin America.
Release Date: 02/06/1943
Age 8+The Jungle Book
Kids will like that Mowgli can talk to animals.
Release Date: 1/1/1942
Age 3+Best Pals: Mickey & Pluto
Disney shorts with timeless appeal for any age.
Release Date: 5/17/1942
Age 5+Bambi
Disney's original circle-of-life story.
Release Date: 08/21/1942
Age 6+Bugs Bunny: Big Top Bunny
Classic, inventive cartooning.
Release Date: 1/1/1951
Age 4+Alice in Wonderland
Surreal Disney classic with wild-card characters.
Release Date: 07/28/1951
Age 6+Pollyanna
This is Disney at its finest.
Release Date: 5/19/1960
Age 5+101 Dalmatians
Lovable cartoon classic for all ages.
Release Date: 01/01/1961
Age 5+Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol
Respectful Magoo treatment of Dickens is fun for kids.
Release Date: 12/18/1962
Age 9+A Dog of Flanders (1960)
Old-fashioned, sentimental tale of determination.
Release Date: 1/1/1960
Age 4+Sleeping Beauty
Disney classic is delightful but sometimes scary.
Release Date: 01/29/1959
Age 5+Peter Pan
Stereotypes mar otherwise jaunty Disney adventure.
Release Date: 02/05/1953
Age 5+Lady and the Tramp
Classic Disney dogs paw their way into hearts.
Release Date: 6/16/1955
Age 6+Dumbo
1941 classic still makes us cry!
Release Date: 10/23/1941
