Movies That Promote Humility

Last updated: July 28, 2026

Humility can be a tough character strength to model, but it's essential to kids' growth and success. From classic favorites to more intense dramas, these films feature characters who learn that too much pride can lead to consequences. With the help of these movies, kids can learn to appreciate others' strengths, avoid bragging, and understand that there's always room to grow and improve. For even more picks, check out TV That Promotes Humility.

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Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas Poster Image

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Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas

age 4+

Heartwarming TV special is true to Seuss' classic book.

December 18, 1966 1966 NR (26 minutes)

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Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure

age 4+

Gorgeously animated fairy fantasy teaches friendship lesson.

October 27, 2009 2009 G (76 minutes)

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A Garden Cartoon Movie: The Greatest Thing Ever! Movie poster: animated cast around book

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A Garden Cartoon Movie: The Greatest Thing Ever!

age 5+

Faith-based animated film with peril, positive messages.

July 1, 2025 2025 NR (82 minutes)

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Cars

age 5+

Pixar comedy is full of four-wheeled fun.

June 9, 2006 2006 G (116 minutes)

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Cinderella (1997)

age 5+

Musical take on classic fairy tale is an inclusion landmark.

November 2, 1997 1997 G (99 minutes)

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Kiki's Delivery Service

age 5+

A mystical, positive take on girl's coming of age.

December 20, 1990 1990 G (105 minutes)

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Lady and the Tramp

age 5+

Classic Disney dogs paw their way into hearts of all ages.

June 22, 1955 1955 G (76 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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The Emperor's Newest Clothes

age 5+

Musical retelling has standout themes of honesty, humility.

September 28, 2020 2020 NR (27 minutes)

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Toy Story movie poster: Woody and Buzz fly above other toys in a child's bedroom

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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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Aladdin

age 6+

A magic carpet ride of a movie from Disney.

November 25, 1992 1992 G (90 minutes)

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Beauty and the Beast

age 6+

Disney fave has great music, strong messages, some scares.

November 22, 1991 1991 G (90 minutes)

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David movie poster: David wields his slingshot, with other characters behind/around him

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David

age 6+

Moving animated Biblical musical has battle violence, peril.

December 19, 2025 2025 PG (115 minutes)

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Pinocchio

age 6+

Disney masterpiece is darker than you may remember.

February 23, 1940 1940 G (88 minutes)

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Santa's Apprentice

age 6+

Fresh take on familiar holiday themes; some bullying.

January 19, 2010 2010 G (80 minutes)

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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Movie Poster: Snow White, back to back with the evil queen, holds a red apple

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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

age 6+

Animated fairy tale classic is enchanting but also scary.

December 21, 1937 1937 G (84 minutes)

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The Emperor's New Groove

age 6+

Fun, goofy cartoon misrepresents Incan culture.

December 15, 2000 2000 G (78 minutes)

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The Iron Giant

age 6+

Touching robot-kid friendship tale has great messages.

August 6, 1999 1999 PG (86 minutes)

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The Lion King (1994) Poster Image: Simba above Rafiki, Timon, and Pumba

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The Lion King (1994)

age 6+

Musical king-of-the-beasts blockbuster is powerful, scary.

June 15, 1994 1994 G (89 minutes)

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The Music Man Movie Poster: A man in a band uniform and a woman in a white dress, arm in arm, on a theater poster.

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The Music Man

age 6+

Glorious production with gorgeous music, dancing.

June 19, 1962 1962 G (151 minutes)

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