No matter the time of year, sometimes the perfect way to spend a Saturday is clear: heading to the movies. And with a packed slate of new kids releases, 2025 has shaped up to be another exciting year for family-friendly films.
Whether you’re excited for new stories with a fall twist like Grow andStitch Head or are eagerly awaiting sequels such as Wicked: For Good and Zootopia 2, the remaining kids movies upcoming in 2025 will have plenty to choose from!
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What New Kids Movies Are Coming Out in 2026?
Parents and kids alike can look forward to the following new kids movies coming out in 2026. This list will be updated as more films premieres are announced.
GOAT – February 13, 2026
- Hoppers – March 6, 2026
- The Magic Faraway Tree – March 27, 2026 (UK)
- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie – April 3, 2026
- Toy Story 5 – June 19, 2026
- Moana – July 10, 2026Spider-Man: Brand New Day – July 31, 2026
- The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender – October 9, 2026
- The Cat in the Hat – November 6, 2026Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol – November 13, 2026Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew – November 26, 2026
- Jumanji 3 – December 11, 2026
Prepare to be swept away by waves of joy as you dive into the year’s upcoming kids movie catalog, with plenty live-action remakes, highly anticipated sequels and brand new stories to add to your kids’ favorites!
‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’
Release Date: December 19th (In Theaters)
Genre: Kids & Family, Animated, Comedy
Rating: PG
Experience all your favorite Bikini Bottom residents on the big screen this December. When SpongeBob decides to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs, he and Patrick set off on a spooky journey with the Flying Dutchman, leading to a hilarious adventure through the deep sea.
‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’ Trailer:
Kids Movies Already Released in 2025
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‘Zootopia 2’
Release Date: November 26th (In Theaters)
Genre: Kids & Family, Animated, Comedy
Rating: Not yet rated (likely PG)
Judy Hops is back and better than ever in Zootopia 2! This time, her and Nick Wild are teaming up again to track down a mysterious reptile who is threatening the community of Zootopia.
‘Wicked: For Good’
Release Date: November 21 (In Theaters)
Genre: Kids & Family, Musical, Fantasy
Rating: PG
The highly anticipated Part 2 of Wicked is coming to the big screen this November. Kids and parents alike can’t wait to find out what happens next in the family-friendly blockbuster, with Elphaba now cast out of society, deemed the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda in the thick of the “wonderful” world of Oz.
‘Grand Prix of Europe’
Release Date: October 29 (In Theaters)
Genre: Kids & Family, Animation, Sports
Rating: PG
Edda, a young mouse with big dreams of making it big in racing, finally gets her chance when she finds herself driving her Grand Prix hero’s car down the streets of Paris. Will Edda be able to take home the prize and save her family’s failing amusement park, despite her small stature?
‘Stitch Head’
Release Date: October 29 (In Theaters)
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy, Horror
Rating: PG
Stitch Head is a brand-new scary movie for kids (with plenty of humor, too) inspired by Tim Burton’s classic style. The movie follows a collection of misfit monsters, created and soon forgotten by a mad professor, who find a new sense of purpose when they join a traveling circus show.
‘Grow’
Release Date: October 17 (In Theaters)
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy
Rating: PG
Grow follows Charlie — a child with a green thumb unlike any ever seen before. When she enters the annual pumpkin growing contest with the help of her jaded aunt, rivals do everything in their power to stop her from taking home the prize.
‘Pets on a Train’
Release Date: October 17 (In Theaters)
Genre: Kids & Family, Animated, Action
Rating: G
Get ready for some serious action in Pets on a Train. The film follows a group of thieves as they attempt to commit a heist on a train. Can Falcon the racoon and Rex the police dog save the day?
‘Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie’
Release Date: September 26 (In Theaters)
Genre: Kids & Family, Adventure
Rating: G
Gabby is getting her own movie! The fan-favorite animated TV series is coming to life through a mix of live action and CGI, giving your kids a chance to see one of their favorite cartoon characters on the big screen.
‘Freakier Friday’
Release Date: August 8
Rating: PG
Parents and kids alike are looking forward to the Lindsay Lohan-Jamie Lee Curtis reboot of a 2000s classic. This time, it’s Tess and Anna on the same side, switching places with Anna’s daughters.
‘Sketch’
Release Date: August 6, 2025
Rating: PG
When a creative young girl’s sketchbook falls into a magic pond, her drawings unexpectedly come to life — bringing with them chaos and danger. It’s up to her and her brother to collect the creatures and save the town.
‘The Bad Guys 2’
Release Date: August 1, 2025
Rating: PG
The Bad Guys are back! Following the hit 2022 animated film, a brand-new adventure hits theaters this August. Watch the reformed villains emerge from retirement for one final job, joining forces with an unexpected crew.
Watch The Bad Guyswhile you wait!
‘Smurfs’
Release Date: July 18, 2025
Rating: PG
The Smurfs are set to return to theaters in the summer of 2025 with a brand-new movie. This time around, Rihanna lends her voice to Smurfette, who teams up with her Smurf friends (voiced by plenty of icons including Natasha Lyonne, Hannah Waddingham and Nick Kroll) on a mission to rescue Papa Smurf from the clutches of wicked wizards. Get ready for a vibrant, colorful and exciting adventure that’s sure to be a hit with children.
‘Elio’
Release Date: June 13, 2025
Rating: PG
What happens when a young boy is accidentally beamed up into space and becomes Earth’s official ambassador to the galaxy? You’ll find out this summer when Pixar’s Elio lands in theaters. Full of humor and cosmic misadventures, Elio follows a young boy who suddenly finds himself responsible for representing all of humanity — no pressure! With colorful alien worlds, quirky interstellar traditions and a touching story about identity and belonging, Elio is shaping up to be another unforgettable Pixar journey.
‘How to Train Your Dragon’
Release Date: June 13, 2025
Rating: PG
How to Train Your Dragon was an instant success, capturing hearts with its breathtaking animation, unforgettable characters and emotional storytelling. So, it’s no surprise that Universal is joining the wave of live-action remakes by bringing this fan-favorite tale back to the big screen — with real-world visuals and a fresh new cast. Get ready to return to the Isle of Berk, where the bond between a boy and his dragon defies all odds once again.
‘Lilo & Stitch’
Release Date: May 23, 2025
Rating: PG
Another live-action remake on the docket is Lilo & Stitch. This Disney classic follows the unlikely friendship between a lonely girl, Lilo, and a fuzzy blue alien creature, Stitch. Get ready to not only see Stitch wreak the same havoc we know and love with Lilo by his side while also rediscovering the film’s core themes of chosen family, the meaning of ohana and the power of kindness.
‘Sneaks’
Release Date: April 18, 2025
Rating: PG
Trying to teach your kids how to put themselves in other people’s shoes? Sneaks has got you covered. The upcoming animated kids movie centers on Ty, a designer shoe who has gotten a bit too used to his life of luxury, that is, until his sister is stolen by a thieving shoe collector. It’s on his mission through the city that he meets all different kinds of shoes and realizes that life isn’t about how much you cost, but about how you treat those around you.
‘A Minecraft Movie’
Release Date: April 4, 2025
Rating: PG
Starring Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks and Emma Myers, A Minecraft Movie will be a thrill for any fans of the iconic video game, young and old! When four misfits go through a portal and end up in the Overworld, they have no idea what to expect. They soon find out that if they want to return to the real world, they need to master the cubic universe they’re in with the help of an expert crafter (Jack Black).
The film is certain to draw in your kids, thanks to the colorful animation and lots of Piglins and Zombies, but the best part is, there are plenty of lessons for them to take away from the movie, too!
‘Disney’s Snow White’
Release Date: March 21, 2025
Rating: PG
A live-action remake of the 1937 classic fairytale, the new Snow White will bring the same charm and delight from the original film into a brand-new world.
‘The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie’
Release Date: March 14, 2025
Rating: PG
When Earth is threatened with an alien invasion, Porky and Daffy, two loveable, yet unlikely heroes, must work together to save the day. As the first-ever fully animated Looney Tunes feature-length film created for theaters, this sci-fi adventure is a delight for children and their parents.
‘A Sloth Story’
Release Date: February 28, 2025 (US Release Date)
Rating: PG
When a family of sloths are forced to leave their countryside home, they pick up and move to the big city, with hopes of reviving their old food truck. Originally released in Australia in 2024, A Sloth Story is colorful, cute and is a perfect watch for your little one.
‘Paddington in Peru’
Release Date: February 14, 2025 (limited theater release)
Rating: PG
Our favorite traveling bear is back – this time in Peru! As Paddington and the Brown family travel to visit their beloved Aunt Lucy, they encounter a mystery that draws them into an adventure they never expected.
‘Dog Man‘
Release Date: January 31, 2025
Rating: PG
What happens when the head of a dog is surgically placed on the body of a police officer? You get Dog Man, of course, an iconic comic book superhero from the minds of the Captain Underpants creators.
‘Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl’
Release Date: Jan. 3, 2025
Rating: PG
Parents, two of your favorite characters from your childhood are back on the big screen for a new adventure: Wallace and Gromit. And now, your kids can experience the hilarity of this dynamic duo, too!
Watch Old & New Kids Movies on DIRECTV
While waiting for these exciting new films to be released, you and your kids can watch any of the hundreds of available kids movies on DIRECTV right now. You can browse the movie catalog now and start planning your movie nights for months to come.
And make sure to check back here throughout 2024 to get even more information on upcoming children’s movies to watch.
Looking for even more kids movies to watch with your family? Check out this list of the best kids movies to watch right now.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kids movies are coming out in October 2025?
Some of the most anticipated movies for kids and families coming out in in October are: Pets on a Train (Releasing Oct. 17), Grow (Releasing Oct. 17) and Stitch Head (Releasing Oct. 29)
When does Zootopia 2 come out in theaters?
November 26th, 2025
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