2017 Oscar-Nominated Films

Last updated: April 12, 2019

The 2017 Oscar nominations are full of family-friendly films (as well as plenty that are far better for teens and up!). From Disney's animated hits Moana and Zootopia to the romantic musical La La Land and the inspirational true story Hidden Figures, families will find lots of movies to enjoy together. Check out our reviews to see what fits for your family. (The 89th Annual Academy Awards telecast airs February 26, 2017, on ABC.)

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Moana

age 6+

Memorable musical with a Pacific Islander lead, some scares.

November 23, 2016 2016 PG (113 minutes)

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Trolls

age 6+

Fun, colorful adventure has some peril, lots of great music.

November 4, 2016 2016 PG (92 minutes)

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The Red Turtle

age 8+

Beautiful word-free drama about castaway who finds love.

January 20, 2017 2017 PG (80 minutes)

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Zootopia

age 8+

Charming buddy-animal story promotes teamwork, perseverance.

March 4, 2016 2016 PG (108 minutes)

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Kubo and the Two Strings

age 9+

Beautiful epic about storytelling hero can be dark, scary.

August 19, 2016 2016 PG (101 minutes)

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The Jungle Book (2016)

age 9+

Fangs and fur fly in visually dazzling but intense update.

April 15, 2016 2016 PG (105 minutes)

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Hidden Figures movie poster: Dorothy, Katherine, and Mary in 1950s clothing strut confidently

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Hidden Figures

age 10+

Inspiring true story of African American women at NASA.

December 25, 2016 2016 PG (126 minutes)

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Arrival

age 11+

Great, deeply thoughtful, compassionate sci-fi tale.

November 11, 2016 2016 PG-13 (116 minutes)

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My Life as a Zucchini

age 11+

Animated drama about orphan is touching, unforgettable.

February 24, 2017 2017 PG-13 (70 minutes)

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Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

age 11+

Epic but violent adventure offers diversity, role models.

December 16, 2016 2016 PG-13 (133 minutes)

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Doctor Strange

age 12+

Mysticism, humor, and action surround unique Marvel hero.

November 4, 2016 2016 PG-13 (115 minutes)

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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

age 12+

Delightful but dark Potter prequel is more grown-up.

November 18, 2016 2016 PG-13 (133 minutes)

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Florence Foster Jenkins

age 12+

Charming period comedy may not sing to younger viewers.

August 12, 2016 2016 PG-13 (110 minutes)

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Life, Animated

age 12+

Unforgettable doc about autism, communication, Disney.

July 1, 2016 2016 PG (91 minutes)

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Loving

age 12+

Moving drama about interracial couple's historic fight.

November 4, 2016 2016 PG-13 (123 minutes)

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Star Trek Beyond

age 12+

Violent but exciting adventure honors teamwork, diversity.

July 22, 2016 2016 PG-13 (120 minutes)

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Sully

age 12+

Great performances in tense, quietly powerful true story.

September 9, 2016 2016 PG-13 (96 minutes)

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Deepwater Horizon

age 13+

Thrilling tale of heroism during deadly oil rig explosion.

September 30, 2016 2016 PG-13 (97 minutes)

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Hail, Caesar!

age 13+

Coen brothers' madcap, funny take on old Hollywood.

February 5, 2016 2016 PG-13 (106 minutes)

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I Am Not Your Negro

age 13+

Powerful documentary explores race, art, and activism.

February 3, 2017 2017 PG-13 (95 minutes)

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