Family Movies 2017 List

Amy Renner Amy Renner

Feb. 25, 2018

Top Family Movies 2017

Cars 3 Movie Poster
Adventure

93%

  • 3.9
Power Rangers Movie Poster
Adventure

80%

  • 3.6
The Star Movie Poster
Animation

76%

  • 4.3
The Emoji Movie Movie Poster
Animation

63%

  • 2.4
Ferdinand Movie Poster
3D

59%

  • 4.1
Moana Movie Poster
3D

67%

  • 4.7
Coco Movie Poster
Animation

84%

  • 4.3
Champion Movie Poster
Drama

85%

  • 4.1
Leap! Movie Poster
Animation

80%

  • 3.7
Extraordinary Movie Poster
Documentary

73%

  • 5
The Stray Movie Poster
Drama

90%

  • 4.7
Deep Movie Poster
Animation

54%

  • 3.3

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FERDINAND tells the story of a giant bull with a big heart. After being mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure. Set in Spain, Ferdinand proves you can’t judge a bull by its cover.

John Cena, David Tennant, Karla Martínez, Kate McKinnon, Daveed Diggs, Sally Phillips, Carlos Saldanha, Gina Rodriguez

PG

59%

  • 4.1
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A mischievous hedgehog named Bobby leaves his wilderness home and joins Hubert, a featherbrained pigeon, on a wild, unpredictable journey. They make their way to the big city, where stressed-out humans are losing their minds. Bobby and Hubert must calm the nervous citizens by being their cute, cuddly selves.

Huang Jianming, Wu Xiaoyu, Jen McAllister, Anthony Padilla, Ian Hecox, Jon Heder, Chevy Chase

PG

40%

  • 3.3
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In the brand new adventure Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, the tables are turned as four teenagers in detention are sucked into the world of Jumanji. When they discover an old video game console with a game they’ve never heard of, they are immediately thrust into the game’s jungle setting, into the bodies of their avatars, played by Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, and Karen Gillan. What they discover is that you don’t just play Jumanji –Jumanji plays you. They’ll have to go on the most dangerous adventure of their lives, or they’ll be stuck in the game forever….

Jack Black, Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Erik Sommers, Karen Gillan, Ser'Darius Blain, Matt Tolmach, Jeff Pinkner

PG-13

89%

  • 3.6
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In Sony Pictures Animation's The Star, a small but brave donkey named Bo yearns for a life beyond his daily grind at the village mill. One day he finds the courage to break free, and finally goes on the adventure of his dreams. On his journey, he teams up with Ruth, a loveable sheep who has lost her flock and Dave, a dove with lofty aspirations. Along with three wisecracking camels and some eccentric stable animals, Bo and his new friends follow the Star and become accidental heroes in the greatest story ever told – the first Christmas.

Zachary Levi, Steven Yuen, Ving Rhames, Kris Kristofferson, Tracy Morgan, Timothy Reckart, DeVon Franklin, Lisa Henson

PG

76%

  • 4.3
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The Breadwinner tells the story of Parwana, a 12-year-old girl growing up under the Taliban in Afghanistan in 2001. When her father is arrested, Parwana dresses as a boy in order to work and provide for her family. Together with her best friend Shauzia, she risks discovery to try to find out if her father is still alive.

Nora Twomey

92%

  • 5
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Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael García Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel’s family history.

Anthony Gonzalez, Edward James Olmos, Alanna Ubach, Herbert Siguenza, Adrian Molina, Lee Unkrich, Darla K. Anderson, Benjamin Bratt

PG

84%

  • 4.3
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Olaf (voice of Josh Gad) teams up with Sven on a merry mission in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 21-minute featurette “Olaf’s Frozen Adventure.” It’s the first holiday season since the gates reopened and Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) and Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel) host a celebration for all of Arendelle. When the townspeople unexpectedly leave early to enjoy their individual holiday customs, the sisters realize they have no family traditions of their own. So, Olaf sets out to comb the kingdom to bring home the best traditions and save this first Christmas for his friends.

Kristen Bell, Roy Conli, Jac Schaeffer, Josh Gad, John de Lancie, Kevin Deters, Stevie Wermers-Skelton, Idina Menzel

G

81%

  • 4.3
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A new dark force threatens Ponyville, and the Mane 6 – Twilight Sparkle, Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, and Rarity – embark on an unforgettable journey beyond Equestria where they meet new friends and exciting challenges on a quest to use the magic of friendship and save their home.

Emily Blunt, Liev Schreiber, Jayson Thiessen, Joe Ballarini, Kristin Chenoweth, Tara Strong, Ashleigh Ball, Andrea Libman

PG

72%

  • 2.8
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‪The Stray tells the true story of how a stray dog, “Pluto,” comes out of nowhere and impacts the Davis family, who are struggling in many ways. In just a short time, Pluto the “wonderdog” manages to save a toddler, bring comfort and companionship to a hurting 9-year-old boy, help restore a marriage, and repair a broken father-son relationship. Pluto is not only a guard dog - he’s a guardian angel. Sometimes help comes from the most unlikely places. Sometimes our prayers get answered in strange ways. Sometimes one dog can change everything.

Michael Cassidy, Mitch Davis, Parker Davis, Sarah Lancaster, Connor Corum, Scott Christopher, Eliza de Azevedo Brown

PG

90%

  • 4.7
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Come celebrate Halloween at a party you’ll never forget! “Disney Junior at the Movies – HalloVeen Party!” invites you to come in costume, get up and sing, dance, play and celebrate the most spook-tacular time of the year with your favorite Disney Junior characters. This special event will include four Disney Junior episodes including Mickey and the Roadster Racers and a never-before-seen episode of "Vampirina" on the big screen, a costume party for kids and families, and more.

G

64%

  • 1.9
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Come celebrate Halloween at a party you’ll never forget! “Disney Junior at the Movies – HalloVeen Party!” invites you to come in costume, get up and sing, dance, play and celebrate the most spook-tacular time of the year with your favorite Disney Junior characters. This special event will include four Disney Junior episodes including Mickey and the Roadster Racers and a never-before-seen episode of "Vampirina" on the big screen, a costume party for kids and families, and more.

G

64%

  • 1.9
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Based on a true marriage journey, the film tells the story of ultra-marathon runner and college professor David Horton, his wife, Nancy, and their attempt to finish their marriage race well.

Kirk Cameron, Shari Rigby, Karen Abercrombie, Leland Klassen

73%

  • 5
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Witness the beginning of the world’s most audacious cat, Top Cat! Poor, lonely and living on the streets, Top Cat is one sad cat, until a chance meeting with Benny, a naïve and good-hearted feline looking for adventure. The pair quickly become best buddies - and partners in crime - pickpocketing their way out of poverty. Setting their sights higher, they decide to steal from Mr. Big, who rules New York’s backstreets. As Top Cat and Benny hatch a plan, little do they know, success is just the start of their problems.

Andrés Couturier, Doug Langdale, James Kreig, Jason Harris, Chris Edgerly, Bill Lobley, Matthew Piazzi

PG

80%

  • 3
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Surly Squirrel (Will Arnett) and the gang are back. We are once again in Oakton where the evil mayor has decided to bulldoze Liberty Park and build a dangerous amusement park in its place. Surly and his ragtag group of animal friends band together to save their home, defeat the mayor, and take back the park.

Katherine Heigl, Jackie Chan, Bill Bindley, Maya Rudolph, Cal Brunker, Scott Bindley, Jeff Dunham, Hong Kim

PG

51%

  • 3.7
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11-year-old orphan, Félicie (Elle Fanning) has one dream – to go to Paris and become a dancer. Her best friend Victor (Nat Wolff) an imaginative, but exhausting boy with a passion for creating has a dream of his own, to become a famous inventor. In a leap of faith, Victor and Félicie leave their orphanage in pursuit of their passions. But – there’s a catch, Félicie must pretend to be the child of a wealthy family in order to gain admittance to the prestigious and competitive Opera Ballet School in Paris. And with no professional dance training, she quickly learns that talent alone is not enough to overcome the ruthless, conniving attitudes of her fellow classmates, led by the devious Camille Le Haut (Maddie Ziegler). Determined to succeed, Félicie finds her mentor in the tough and mysterious school custodian, Odette (Carly Rae Jepsen) who, along with Victor’s encouraging friendship, help her reach for the stars.

Elle Fanning, Laurent Zeitoun, Eric Summer, Eric Warin, Nicolas Duval Adassovsky, Yann Zenou, Carole Noble, Carly Rae Jepsen

PG

80%

  • 3.7
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When a playful octopus named Deep gets his undersea fish colony in trouble, the tribe’s stern leader Kraken orders Deep to go find help. Joined by his splashy BFFs—a sassy shrimp and a silly anglerfish—Deep takes an epic, colorful journey through submerged cities and sunken ships, where they meet outrageous creatures that help the trio on its way. Throughout the adventure, Deep and his buddies laugh, sing, and bond with one another, proving that friendship can be a very “deep” subject.

Elisabeth Catherine Gray, Dwight Schultz, Julio Soto Gúrpide, Justin Felbinger, Stephen Ezra Hughes, Lindsey Alena, Anna Vocino

PG

54%

  • 3.3
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Follows four children who dream of escaping from the tedium of a summer holiday. When finally given permission to camp on their own on a remote island in the middle of a vast lake, they are overjoyed. But when they arrive, they discover they may not be alone and a desperate yet whimsical battle for ownership of the island ensues, where both skill and luck play a hand. Simultaneously, the dangers of an adult world, on the brink of war, encroach on their paradise and intertwine with their lives, in the form of a mysterious pair of Russian spies hot on the tail of the enigmatic Jim Turner. The children must ban together from both groups, learn skills of survival, responsibility, and the all-important value of friendship to save a family member.

Philippa Lowthorpe, Nick Barton, Andrea Gibb, Rafe Spall, Andrew Scott, Kelly MacDonald

84%

  • 3.7
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The Emoji Movie unlocks the never-before-seen secret world inside your smartphone. Hidden within the messaging app is Textopolis, a bustling city where all your favorite emojis live, hoping to be selected by the phone’s user. In this world, each emoji has only one facial expression – except for Gene (T.J. Miller), an exuberant emoji who was born without a filter and is bursting with multiple expressions. Determined to become “normal” like the other emojis, Gene enlists the help of his handy best friend Hi-5 (James Corden) and the notorious code breaker emoji Jailbreak (Ilana Glazer). Together, they embark on an epic “app-venture” through the apps on the phone, each its own wild and fun world, to find the Code that will fix Gene. But when a greater danger threatens the phone, the fate of all emojis depends on these three unlikely friends who must save their world before it’s deleted forever.

Mike White, James Corden, Jennifer Coolidge, Maya Rudolph, Anthony Leondis, Michelle Raimo Kouyate, Eric Siegel, T.J. Miller

PG

63%

  • 2.4
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Tells the story of two overly imaginative pranksters named George and Harold, who hypnotize their principal into thinking he’s a ridiculously enthusiastic, incredibly dimwitted superhero named Captain Underpants.

Thomas Middleditch, Kevin Hart, Jordan Peele, Mark Swift, Ed Helms, Nick Kroll, David Soren, Mireille Soria

PG

68%

  • 3.2
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Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician with her own plan to win, inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet, and a few unexpected turns. Proving that #95 isn't through yet will test the heart of a champion on Piston Cup Racing's biggest stage.

Cristela Alonzo, Armie Hammer, Owen Wilson, Larry the Cable Guy, Brian Fee, Kevin Reher, Robert L. Baird, Dan Gerson

G

93%

  • 3.9
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Continuing adventures of Gru, Lucy, and their adorable daughters — Margo, Edith and Agnes — and the Minions.

Chris Meledandri, Kristen Wiig, Jenny Slate, Julie Andrews, Pierre Coffin, Steve Carell, Miranda Cosgrove, Kyle Balda

PG

87%

  • 3.7
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A Stork’s Journey follows Richard, a sparrow orphaned at birth and raised by storks who believes that he is a stork, too! But when winter comes and the storks prepare to migrate to Africa, his stork family must reveal his true identity and leave him behind in the forest with the other sparrows since he would not survive the long journey. Determined to prove he is a stork after all, Richard ventures south on an epic adventure, accompanied by friends big and small, to unleash his true potential and be reunited with his family.

Jane Lynch, Drake Bell

PG

80%

  • 4.2
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Dirt track racer Sean Weathers was at the top of his game...an unstoppable career, scores of fans, and an adoring daughter. When a rivalry with another racer turns personal, the ego that propelled him to success causes a tragedy, sending his life into a tailspin.

Jack Reed was attempting to make up for past mistakes. He had prospered as a businessman but failed as a family man. In a sudden turn of events, his chances for reconciliation are ripped from his grasp.

Sean and Jack's lives collide, and an unexpected bond forms between them. Working through a painful journey of healing together, they each learn about second chances and the true freedom only forgiveness can offer.

Isaiah Stratton, Cameron Arnett, Judd Brannon, Missy Reedy, Gary Graham, Andrew Cheney, Robert Amaya, Faith Renee Kennedy

PG

85%

  • 4.1
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A family road trip to attend Meemaw’s 90th birthday party goes off course--thanks to Greg’s newest scheme to (finally!) become famous.

Owen Asztalos, Alicia Silverstone, David Bowers, Nina Jacobson, Brad Simpson, Adam Sztykiel, Jason Ian Drucker, Tom Everett Scott

PG

81%

  • 3.6
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In this fully animated, all-new take on the Smurfs, a mysterious map sets Smurfette and her best friends Brainy, Clumsy and Hefty on an exciting and thrilling race through the Forbidden Forest filled with magical creatures to find a mysterious lost village before the evil wizard Gargamel does. Embarking on a rollercoaster journey full of action and danger, the Smurfs are on a course that leads to the discovery of the biggest secret in Smurf history!

Mandy Patinkin, Kelly Asbury, Jack McBrayer, Jordan Kerner, Mary Ellen Bauder, Karey Kirkpatrick, Chris Poche, Demi Lovato

PG

60%

  • 3.5
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Spark (Jace Norman) is a wisecracking teen living on an abandoned planet with his friends Chunk and Vix. Thirteen years ago the power-hungry General Zhong seized control of their planet Beta, wiping out Spark's family and sending him into hiding. But now they've learned of Zhong's plan to wipe out the entire universe using the deadly space Kraken, and no one but Spark can stop him. An action-packed space odyssey filled with humor and heart, SPARK is an epic adventure about becoming the hero you were born to become.

Susan Sarandon, Hong Kim, Aaron Woodley, Woo-Kyung Jung, Tracy Grant, Doug Hadders, Adam Rotstein, Jace Norman

PG

54%

  • 3.5
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Power Rangers follows five ordinary high school kids who must become something extraordinary when they learn that their small town of Angel Grove – and the world – is on the verge of being obliterated by an alien threat. Chosen by destiny, our heroes quickly discover that they are the only ones who can save the planet. But to do so they will have to overcome their real-life issues and band together as the Power Rangers before it is too late.

Becky G., Elizabeth Banks, Bryan Cranston, Wyck Godfrey, Marty Bowen, Burk Sharpless, Matt Sazama, Dacre Montgomery

PG-13

80%

  • 3.6
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A seven-year old is jealous of his fast-talking briefcase-carrying baby brother. When the older brother embarks on a mission to win back the sole affection of his parents, he stumbles upon a secret plot by the CEO of Puppy Co. that threatens to destroy the balance of love in the world – and the brash baby executive masquerading as his new brother is at the center of it all. They must come together as true brothers to stop the dastardly scheme, save their parents, restore order to the world, and prove that love is indeed an infinite force.

Lisa Kudrow, Denise Nolan Cascino, Tom McGrath, Ramsey Naito, Michael McCullers, Alec Baldwin, Steve Buscemi, Patton Oswalt

PG

81%

  • 3.6
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When 79-year-old curmudgeon RAYMOND (Frank Langella) makes arrangements to be euthanized in Oregon, his family refuses to accept his decision.But when another family emergency arises, Raymond's daughter KATE (Christina Applegate) turns to her husband BRIAN (Billy Crudup) for a little help. So Brian reluctantly volunteers to drive the cantankerous Raymond and his wine-loving wife ESTELLE (Mary Kay Place) three-thousand miles to Oregon. Determined to change the old man's mind before they reach the Beaver State, it becomes quickly apparent to Brian that convincing your father-in-law to keep living when he's ready to check out is no simple task.

Billy Crudup, Christina Applegate, Joel David Moore, Josh Lucas, Stefan Nowicki, Joey Carey, Morgan White, Sirad Balducci

63%

  • 2.5
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After his mother's sudden death, Zucchini is befriended by a police officer, Raymond, who accompanies him to his new foster home, filled with other orphans his age. At first he struggles to find his place in this at times strange and hostile environment. But with Raymond's help and his newfound friends, Zucchini eventually learns to trust and love, as he searches for a new family of his own.

Ellen Page, Will Forte, Nick Offerman, Claude Barras, Céline Sciamma, Gaspard Schlatter, Sixtine Murat, Paulin Jaccoud

45%

  • 2
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When a radio falls from the sky into the hands of a wide-eyed Tibetan Mastiff, he leaves home to fulfill his dream of becoming a musician, setting into motion a series of completely unexpected events.

Eddie Izzard, J.K. Simmons, Kenan Thompson, Jorge Garcia, Matt Dillon, Ash Brannon, Kurt Voelker, Luke Wilson

PG

69%

  • 3.7
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Sent to spend the summer with their uncle on a remote island, young brothers Andy and Mark learn that their eccentric grandfather once owned the island, but vanished without a trace…taking with him the secret to a vast fortune.

Delving into the mysterious past of the island, the brothers discover that their grandfather designed a complex treasure hunt, a hunt that could lead to unimaginable wealth and heal their broken family – if they can find it in time. Sinister forces also search for the money and will stop at nothing to keep the boys from their quest.

As the adventure unfolds, the boys learn that the bonds of family are the most valuable riches of all, and that some family secrets can’t stay buried forever.

Cary Elwes, Celeste Desjardins, Joseph Itaya, Scott Bridges, Kim Selby, Jordon Barker, Borga Dorter, Eric Cardona

PG

77%

  • 3.7
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In the ancient South Pacific world of Oceania, Moana, a born navigator, sets sail in search of a fabled island. During her incredible journey, she teams up with her hero, the legendary demi-god Maui, to traverse the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous sea creatures, breathtaking underworlds and ancient folklore.

Dwayne Johnson, John Musker, Jemaine Clement, Ron Clements, Osnat Shurer, Auli’i Cravalho, Alan Tudyk, Nicole Scherzinger

PG

67%

  • 4.7
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