Movies to Watch With Kids This Easter

From 'Hop' and beyond.

Fact checked by Elizabeth Brownfield

Easter is right around the corner and that means it’s time to dye those eggs, get those baskets together, and spend time with the family. For some families, spending time together involves eating around the table while for others that may be watching a movie together. If the latter sounds familiar, then this list is for you.

Keep in mind, a movie doesn't have to be about Easter to be enjoyed around this holiday! With themes of spring and new beginnings, kids both young and old will be entertained for hours with these films. We’ve gathered some of the best movies to watch with your kids around Easter time and beyond. The best part? These movies are available on popular streaming platforms and can be purchased or rented...and enjoyed all year long

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Hop

Rating: PG

This animated film follows the journey of E.B., voiced by Russell Brand, while he works to achieve his dreams of being a rockstar drummer. This event throws things off as he now deviates from the tradition of taking over the family business—being the Easter bunny. Hop is available to rent or buy on Amazon, YouTube, and Vudu.

Peppa Pig: Easter Bunny

Rating: G

This seasonal favorite follows Peppa and her friends while they go on an Easter egg hunt. Along the way, Peppa and George grow their garden with the seeds bought from Grandpa Pig, play with Granny Pig's chickens, and jump in the biggest muddy puddle in the world. Peppa Pig: Easter Bunny is available to rent or buy on Amazon.

Winnie The Pooh Springtime With Roo

Rating: G

Everyone loves Winnie The Pooh and there’s no better way to celebrate Easter than gathering around the television to watch this springtime classic. While flowers are out in full bloom and the sun is shining, Rabbit is determined to stay in to get done every ounce of spring cleaning. Will Pooh, Roo, and Tigger convince Rabbit to come have fun in the sun with them? Find out in Winnie The Pooh Springtime With Roo, available to stream on Disney+ and rent or buy on YouTube. 

The Princess and the Frog

Rating: G

In this beloved Disney film, Tiana, voiced by Anika Noni Rose, kisses a frog in an attempt to turn him into a human again but instead she turns into a frog. The movie follows the two across the bayous of Louisiana as they sing and dance the night away while she works towards her dream of opening up a restaurant in New Orleans. The Princess and the Frog is available to stream on Disney+ and buy or rent on Vudu.

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My Neighbor Totoro

Rating: G

My Neighbor Totoro follows the story of two girls, Satsuki and Mei, who befriend a magical creature, Totoro while they get acquainted with their new home in the countryside in Japan and navigate their mother's illness. My Neighbor Totoro is available to stream on MAX.

Big Hero 6

Rating: PG

Set in San Fransokyo, Big Hero 6 follows the story of Hiro Hamada, voiced by Ryan Potter, when he comes across an inflatable healthcare robot, Baymax, made by his late brother Tadashi, voiced by Daniel Henney. Ultimately, Baymax and Hiro team up together with a group of friends Go Go Tomago, Neatnik Wasabi, Honey Lemon, and Fanboy Fred to transform into a band of unlikely heroes. Big Hero 6 is available to stream on Disney+.

The Sea Beast

Rating: PG

This adventure-comedy follows Maisie Brumble, a young orphan, who finds her way onto Jacob Holland’s ship. Holland is recognized as a legendary monster hunter, but problems arise when Brumble befriends a terrifying sea monster and the two now must stick together to face whatever comes their way. The Sea Beast is available to stream on Netflix.

Zootopia

Rating: PG

For those Disney families, kids and adults will be entertained with the antics of Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde in Zootopia. Hopps, voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin, joins the police force. Throughout the movie, Hopps jumps at the opportunity to solve a mysterious case alongside Nick Wilde, a sly fox voiced by Jason Bateman, which makes the situation a lot more complicated. Zootopia is available to stream on Disney+ and buy or rent on Vudu.

The Dog Who Saved Easter

Rating: PG

This Easter film follows the tale of the Bannister family who embark on a cruise and realize their dog Zeus can’t travel with them. The family decides to keep Zeus back at Alice’s dog care facility, where he makes new friends that work to keep Alice in business against the scheme of a competitor looking to take them down.The Dog Who Saved Easter is available to rent or buy on Amazon and YouTube.

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Ferdinand

Rating: PG

Set in Spain, this 2017 film follows Ferdinand, a giant bull with a big heart, who is accidentally mistaken for a dangerous beast and torn away from his family. In order to make his way home, Ferdinand gathers a team of unlikely creatures together to prove that friendships can develop out of surprising places and the importance of not judging a book by its cover. Ferdinand is available to stream on Disney+ and buy or rent on Vudu.

Wonder

Rating: PG

This award-winning film tells the story of Auggie Pullman, a child born with facial deformities, as he navigates elementary school without his astronaut helmet. Wonder is rated PG and available to rent or buy on Amazon and YouTube.

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