Movie Moms

Last updated: May 7, 2026

Everyone and their mother will love this list of of movies with memorable "cine-mamas." Whether offering kids a hug, a shoulder to cry on, or an important lesson about growing up, there are few characters as compelling as a good movie mom. Mothers come in all shapes and sizes -- animal moms, single moms, superhero moms, stepmoms, adoptive moms, and every other type of mom you can think of -- and this list includes some of our favorites. Watch one of these heartwarming movies on Mother's Day or for your next family movie night. For more parent-kid bonding, try our Best Father-Daughter Movies and TV Moms We Love lists.

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Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Tiger Family Trip Poster Image

MOVIE

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Tiger Family Trip

age 3+

More kid-friendly entertainment from inquisitive tiger cub.

May 16, 2017 2017 NR (51 minutes)

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Migration Movie Poster: A mallard holding two smaller ducks and a chipmunk stands in a sea of yellow rubber ducky toys.

MOVIE

Migration

age 6+

Funny animated adventure is just ducky; some peril, threats.

December 22, 2023 2023 PG (83 minutes)

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The Parent Trap Movie Poster: Two smiling girls, each holding their face, with film scenes above them.

MOVIE

The Parent Trap

age 6+

Delightful remake is great for the whole family.

January 1, 1999 1999 PG (127 minutes)

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The Sound of Music Movie Poster: Maria stands in a meadow, her arms outstretched, and the children behind her

MOVIE

The Sound of Music

age 6+

Outstanding family classic has glorious music.

March 2, 1965 1965 G (174 minutes)

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Onward Poster Image

MOVIE

Onward

age 7+

Original, heartfelt sibling adventure about love and loss.

March 6, 2020 2020 PG (102 minutes)

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Spy Kids

age 7+

Just the right combination of fantasy and comedy.

March 30, 2001 2001 PG (88 minutes)

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Akeelah and the Bee Movie Poster: Akeelah stands at a microphone in a pink shirt, with various other characters' faces above her

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Akeelah and the Bee

age 8+

Inspiring drama about a young spelling champ has swearing.

April 28, 2006 2006 PG (112 minutes)

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MOVIE

Brave

age 8+

Mother-daughter princess tale has some very scary scenes.

June 22, 2012 2012 PG (100 minutes)

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Dora and the Lost City of Gold Poster Image

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Dora and the Lost City of Gold

age 8+

Quirky, aged-up adventure has positive messages.

August 9, 2019 2019 PG (102 minutes)

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Freakier Friday movie poster: Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis, face to face against a split purple and green background

MOVIE

Freakier Friday

age 8+

Shenanigans ensue in four-way body-swapping sequel.

August 8, 2025 2025 PG (111 minutes)

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Freaky Friday movie poster: Daughter Anna wears a business suit and mom Tess in punk rock plaid skirt, electric guitar

MOVIE

Freaky Friday

age 8+

Mother-daughter switch is fun comedic chaos.

August 8, 2003 2003 PG (95 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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The Incredibles movie poster: The Incredibles family in superhero costumes on red background

MOVIE

The Incredibles

age 8+

Story of superhero family has violence, positive messages.

November 5, 2004 2004 PG (105 minutes)

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The Princess Diaries Poster Image

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The Princess Diaries

age 8+

Sweet tale about growing up is terrific fun for families.

August 3, 2001 2001 G (115 minutes)

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The Wild Robot: Movie Poster. Robot Roz peers through vegetation

MOVIE

The Wild Robot

age 8+

Beautiful, heartwarming adaptation with moments of peril.

September 27, 2024 2024 PG (101 minutes)

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Yes Day Poster Image

MOVIE

Yes Day

age 8+

Book-based family comedy mixes silly fun, positive messages.

March 12, 2021 2021 PG (129 minutes)

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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Movie Poster Image: Miles Morales as Spider-Man

MOVIE

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

age 9+

Excellent, intense adventure has thrills, humor, heart.

December 14, 2018 2018 PG (116 minutes)

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Where the Wild Things Are Poster Image

MOVIE

Where the Wild Things Are

age 9+

Sometimes-dark adaptation focuses on friendship, loneliness.

October 16, 2009 2009 PG (100 minutes)

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Chicken for Linda! Movie Poster: Linda sits, while her shocked mother, Paulette, stares at a flying chicken

MOVIE

Chicken for Linda!

age 10+

Offbeat animated comedy has language, intense moments.

April 5, 2024 2024 NR (76 minutes)

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Confetti Movie Poster: Helen and Lan Chen's faces are at the top, while Meimei is below, surrounded by a cloud of letters

MOVIE

Confetti

age 10+

Small, touching drama about a young girl with dyslexia.

August 20, 2021 2021 NR (86 minutes)

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