Netflix's vast collection of movies is split into a variety of genres, from action to drama and everything in between. The streaming giant's library includes both original and acquired content, but most of it is best suited for older viewers. However, Netflix has quite a few films that work just as well for children.
Writing stories for everyone might sound easy, but it takes considerable effort to balance audience expectations. Interestingly, many movies that are geared towards a specific age category are enjoyed by both adults and kids.
10 The Spiderwick Chronicles (2008) Remains A Fun Watch For The Whole Family
When their family relocates, the Grace children are thrown into a hitherto undiscovered world of wonder. However, everyone believes that the mischievous Jared is responsible until they discover the secret power contained in Arthur Spiderwick's magical book.
The Spiderwick Chronicles was received well by critics, many of who appreciated the movie's "heart and imagination." Although a few reviewers complained about the overstated visuals in The Spiderwick Chronicles, it remains a fun watch for the whole family.
9 Enola Holmes (2020) Focuses Entirely On The Women Of The Holmes Household
Millie Bobby Brown sheds the typecast persona of Eleven in Stranger Things and realizes the character of Enola Holmes in the titular movie. Enola Holmes is arguably one of the more charming expansions of Arthur Conan Doyle's universe, partly because it focuses entirely on the women in the Holmes household.
Sherlock and Mycroft are present, but they are sidelined by their younger sister's zeal to prove herself equal to them. Enola Holmes became a shining jewel in Netflix's crown after its release, especially in terms of audience participation.
8 Spy Kids (2001) Is A Thrilling Experience, Perhaps Because It's Nothing Like Other Espionage Movies
Spy Kids is a delightful twist on the espionage genre, focusing on Carmen and Juni rather than their ex-spy parents. In fact, legendary actors like Antonio Banderas, Danny Trejo, and Tony Shalhoub are minimized in favor of Daryl Sabara and Alexa Vega.
Spy Kids is nothing like James Bond, but that's exactly what makes it such a thrilling experience. Critic Roger Ebert praised the movie, calling it "intelligent, upbeat, happy," words that define Spy Kids in more ways than one.
7 The Sleepover (2020) Blends The Slumber Party With High-Flying Action
The Sleepover blends the slumber party concept with spectacular action. The central characters, who are all children, have a sleepover adventure where they encounter threats greater than they can handle.
And yet, they perform daring feats far beyond their years, earning the respect of their parents and audiences alike. The Sleepover's critical scores aren't all that impressive, but that doesn't make the film any less engaging and relatable.
6 Stuart Little (1999) Wormed Its Way Into Audience Hearts With Grace And Warmth
Stuart Little wormed his way into his adopted family's heart with his adorable shenanigans, leaving viewers spellbound by the cinematic adaptation of E. B. White's classic 1954 novel.
The movie's critical reception was technically below par, but that didn't stop it from pushing Toy Story 2 (1999) down to second place during its first weekend. Stuart Little is a charming and humorous movie for both kids and adults — with reviewers calling it "a near-flawless family film."
5 Jumanji (1995) Allows Its Younger Characters To Shine As Much As Its Main Star
Jumanji was a massive triumph at the box office, earning over $260 million against a relatively modest $65 million budget. Robin Williams is clearly the star of the movie, but the characters of Judy and Peter Shepherd bring a whole new dimension to the surreal storyline.
Jumanji's success spawned a spin-off, Zathura (2002), as well as an ongoing franchise starring Dwayne Johnson and Jack Black. That said, the later films are more suitable for older viewers.
4 The BFG (2016) Borrows Equally From Steven Spielberg's Vision And Roald Dahl's Ingenuity
Steven Spielberg's The BFG might not be as hard-hitting as Schindler's List (1993), or as terrifying as Jaws (1975), but the Roald Dahl adaptation has its own merits. Even though it failed to compensate at the box office, The BFG earned critical praise for its family-friendly adventure.
Many of Dahl's stories, such as Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and James and the Giant Peach have etched themselves on popular consciousness. The BFG is no exception.
3 ParaNorman (2012) Is Fascinating, Unique, And The First Mainstream Kids' Movie With An Openly Queer Character
Stop-motion animation is not without its faults, but ParaNorman's unique take on the intersection between comedy and horror is nothing less than a tribute to the medium. Packed with a sparkling vocal cast — Anna Kendrick, John Goodman, Elaine Stritch, and Casey Affleck —ParaNorman is a solid movie with striking visuals.
An important aspect of ParaNorman is the inclusion of an openly gay character, Mitch, whose presence brings queer experiences to the forefront, a first for a mainstream children's animated movie.
2 Hugo (2011) Is Bound To Enchant All Viewers, Regardless Of Age
Martin Scorsese is known for character-driven narratives like Taxi Driver (1976) and The Wolf of Wall Street (2013), movies that are patently incompatible with young viewers. On the other end of the spectrum is Hugo, a multi-Oscar winning film starring Asa Butterfield and Chloë Grace Moretz.
Critics universally lauded Hugo for incorporating "an innocence lacking in many modern kids' movies." Hugo's dreamlike world is bound to enchant anyone in the audience, young or old.
1 Klaus Is A Unique Perspective On The Santa Claus Concept (2019)
There are innumerable children's movies that revolve around Santa Claus, from The Santa Clause (1994) to Jingle All The Way (1996). Although based on the same idea, Klaus depicts a rather different perspective of Father Christmas.
This animated film was nominated for an Oscar, an extraordinary accomplishment for Netflix despite Klaus losing the Academy Award to Toy Story 4 (2014). In addition, critics acknowledged that Klaus has the potential to be remembered as a modern holiday classic.
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