Best Sleepover Movies

Last updated: June 24, 2026

Nothing says "sleepover" like watching a great movie with your best friends. Whether you have younger kids who are new to the slumber party scene or veteran teen overnighters, this list is sure to get the night off to a great start. We've got everything from silly comedies for kids to romantic tearjerkers and super-scary movies for teens. And with more than 75 great sleepover movie picks to choose from, you'll have enough to keep the party going all night long. Check out our reviews to see what might work for your kids and their friends. And if you want even more ideas, check out our list of family movie favorites -- and our Common Sense Seal honorees!

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Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Underground Rock Experience

age 3+

Musical has big lesson, huge heart that all ages will love.

June 30, 2022 2022 G (55 minutes)

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The Peanuts Movie

age 4+

Gentle family-friendly comedy has sweet messages.

November 6, 2015 2015 G (93 minutes)

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Finding Nemo

age 5+

Sweet father-son tale has some very scary moments.

May 30, 2003 2003 G (101 minutes)

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Frozen

age 5+

Wintry Disney musical is fabulous celebration of sisterhood.

November 27, 2013 2013 PG (102 minutes)

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Mulan

age 5+

Disneyfied but dignified tale of Chinese warrior.

June 19, 1998 1998 G (90 minutes)

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My Neighbor Totoro

age 5+

Beautifully animated fantasy about friendship fit for all.

June 14, 1988 1988 G (86 minutes)

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Tangled

age 5+

Fantastic princess adventure is fun, with great messages.

November 24, 2010 2010 PG (92 minutes)

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The Muppets

age 5+

Muppet comedy offers memorable laughs, musical numbers.

November 23, 2011 2011 PG (98 minutes)

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Toy Story

age 5+

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

November 22, 1995 1995 G (81 minutes)

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Despicable Me

age 6+

Clever, funny, and sweet villain-with-a-heart-of-gold tale.

July 9, 2010 2010 PG (95 minutes)

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Elio

age 6+

Moments of peril in heartfelt adventure about lonely boy.

June 20, 2025 2025 PG (99 minutes)

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Encanto

age 6+

Vibrant visuals, catchy songs, moving messages.

November 24, 2021 2021 PG (99 minutes)

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Epic Tails

age 6+

Mythology adventure has smart, brave characters; icky jokes.

April 5, 2024 2024 PG (95 minutes)

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How to Train Your Dragon

age 6+

Thrilling adventure sends brains-over-brawn message.

March 26, 2010 2010 PG (90 minutes)

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Lilo & Stitch

age 6+

Great characters, life lessons in Hawaii-set Disney film.

June 21, 2002 2002 PG (85 minutes)

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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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Shrek

age 6+

Gross-out laughs meet a marvelous fairy tale mix.

May 18, 2001 2001 PG (93 minutes)

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Singin' in the Rain

age 6+

Often considered the finest musical of all time.

April 11, 1952 1952 NR (102 minutes)

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The Bad Guys

age 6+

Book-based animated heist is so fun, it's criminal.

April 22, 2022 2022 PG (100 minutes)

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The Bad Guys 2

age 6+

Funny sequel mixes action, heart, and a bit of violence.

August 1, 2025 2025 PG (104 minutes)

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