Best Family Movies & Shows on Peacock

52 of the best-rated family picks on Peacock: every one carries an all-ages official rating and passes our Parents' Guide. Updated 2026-10-12.

  1. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 91% · 2004 · ages 7+
    The best of the Harry Potter films, with a more grown-up tone, more creative look and a good mystery. It works well even if you've only seen one other film in the series.
  2. Heartland 91% · 2007 · ages 6+
  3. Coraline 90% · 2009 · ages 8+
    Henry Selick's stop-motion fantasy about a bored girl who finds a too-perfect parallel home is creepy, inventive and kind to its heroine. It really is scary for younger kids.
  4. That '70s Show 90% · 1998 · ages 8+
  5. The Storyteller 90% · 1988 · Rated TV-Y7
  6. Monty Python and the Holy Grail 89% · 1975 · ages 8+
    King Arthur and his knights search for the Holy Grail in a medieval comedy that is silly, quotable and endlessly inventive. Decades on it's still funny, and it works even on a cheap budget.
  7. Modern Family 89% · 2009 · ages 8+
    A big, blended family mockumentary with strong casting and a lot of warmth. The first few seasons are the funniest, and later seasons fade, but it's easy, likeable comfort viewing that the whole family can share.
  8. Psych 89% · 2006 · ages 8+
  9. Columbo 89% · 1971 · ages 8+
  10. Jesus of Nazareth 89% · 1977 · ages 5+
  11. Wolfblood 89% · 2012 · ages 8+
  12. Bilby 89% · 2018 · all ages
  13. The Storyteller: Greek Myths 89% · 1991 · Rated TV-PG
  14. ALF 88% · 1986 · all ages
  15. Little House on the Prairie 88% · 1974 · all ages
  16. The Munsters 88% · 1964 · Rated TV-G
  17. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone 87% · 2001 · ages 6+
    A charming family fantasy that sets up Hogwarts and its characters well. It's a bit stiff as a film, but the world is a joy and it's a good first step into a long series.
  18. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets 87% · 2002 · ages 7+
    The second Harry Potter film is a more mystery-driven, spookier follow-up with a fun cast. It runs long and feels a little by-the-book, but it's warm, inventive and good for younger viewers.
  19. Shrek 87% · 2001 · ages 6+
    Shrek tweaks fairy tales with jokes aimed at parents and a surprisingly warm story about an ogre who finds friends. Some of the pop-culture gags show their age, but the characters and heart still work.
  20. Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu 87% · 2012 · all ages
  21. Alfred Hitchcock Presents 87% · 1955 · ages 10+
  22. Jane Eyre 87% · 2006 · ages 8+
  23. Martin 87% · 1992 · Rated TV-PG
  24. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 86% · 2009 · ages 9+
    A quieter, slower Harry Potter film, more about secrets, teenage crushes and a looming threat than spectacle. It works as a setup for the finale, and its mood suits fans.
  25. The Super Mario Bros. Movie 86% · 2023 · all ages
    A bright, fast, good-looking family adventure that is packed with nods to the games. It is lightweight and the story is thin, but kids and game fans get plenty of fun for under two hours.
  26. Kubo and the Two Strings 86% · 2016 · ages 6+
    A boy with a magic instrument and origami goes on a quest through feudal Japan. The stop-motion is superb to look at, the story is moving and darker than most family films, and it's thoughtful.
  27. The Book of Life 86% · 2014 · ages 6+
    A vivid, funny animated film about a young man torn between family duty and his dream. It looks distinct and has lovely music, though it is a little busy and has a familiar love-triangle shape.
  28. Sliders 86% · 1995 · ages 8+
  29. 'Allo 'Allo! 86% · 1984 · Rated TV-PG
  30. The Croods: A New Age 85% · 2020 · all ages
    The Croods meet a smarter, more modern family and have to share their paradise. It's bright, silly and good-natured, with gags that land for kids and enough wit to keep parents amused.
  31. How the Grinch Stole Christmas! 85% · 1966 · all ages
  32. DreamWorks Dragons 85% · 2012 · ages 5+
  33. Three's Company 85% · 1977 · Rated TV-PG
  34. Dragons: The Nine Realms 84% · 2021 · Rated TV-Y7
  35. Mystery Science Theater 3000 84% · 1989 · ages 8+
  36. Dog Man 83% · 2025 · all ages
  37. Shrek 2 82% · 2004 · all ages
    A sharp, funny sequel that many think rivals the original. Packed with fairy-tale jokes and strong supporting characters, notably Puss in Boots, it is lively and clever for both kids and adults.
  38. Labyrinth 82% · 1986 · ages 8+
  39. Trolls Band Together 82% · 2023 · all ages
  40. Close Encounters of the Third Kind 81% · 1977 · Rated PG
    Spielberg's wonder-filled UFO story is more about obsession and awe than aliens. The pacing is slow, but the final sequence still lands.
  41. Spirit Untamed 81% · 2021 · all ages
  42. On Golden Pond 81% · 1981 · ages 8+
  43. Psych: The Movie 81% · 2017 · ages 8+
  44. The Magic School Bus 81% · 1994 · all ages
  45. The Dark Crystal 80% · 1982 · ages 8+
  46. Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken 79% · 2023 · ages 6+
  47. ParaNorman 78% · 2012 · ages 8+
  48. Despicable Me 2 77% · 2013 · all ages
    A cheerful, silly sequel where the ex-villain Gru is recruited to catch a new threat. The Minions get plenty of screen time and the jokes land for kids. Fun and light, though less inventive than the first.
  49. Megamind 77% · 2010 · ages 6+
    A lively animated comedy about a supervillain who finally wins and finds he has nothing to do. It's funny, inventive and has a nice twist on the hero story.
  50. The Addams Family 2 75% · 2021 · ages 6+
  51. The Witches 75% · 1990 · ages 8+
  52. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie 42% · 2026 · all ages

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