30 Highest-Grossing G-Rated Movies of All Time

From animations to Hollwood classics, G-rated movies offer good wholesome fun for all the family.

The Motion Picture Association categorises a movie as G if it is suitable for "seneral audiences," and all ages can be admitted.

There is consequently nothing in the movie's theme, language, nudity, sex, violence or other matters capable of offending parents whose younger children view the picture.

Ensuring a film receives a G rating can make sound business sense as this allows the movie exposure to the widest possible audience range; a fact born out by the fact many of the following films are some of the most successful ever made.

Newsweek presents the highest-grossing G-rated movies of all time, using worldwide box office data from The Numbers.

30. The Princess and the Frog ($270,997,378)

2009 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 38m

Beautiful girl Tiana has a fateful encounter with a frog prince who desperately wants to be human again.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "The warmth of traditional Disney animation makes this occasionally lightweight fairy-tale update a lively and captivating confection for the holidays."

29. High School Musical 3: Senior Year ($274,392,880)

2008 ‧ Musical/Family ‧ 2 hours

Now entering their senior year, the friends have to make life-changing decisions, resulting in their performing a spring musical.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "It won't win many converts, but High School Musical 3 is bright, energetic, and well-crafted."

28. The Sound of Music ($286,214,195)

1965 ‧ Musical/Romance ‧ 2h 55m

This Rodgers-Hammerstein hit tells the real-life story of the Von Trapp Family singers during World War Two.

Despite initially mixed reviews, Philip K. Scheuer of the Los Angeles Times eventually described the movie as "three hours of visual and vocal brilliance."

27. Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who! ($299,477,886)

2008 ‧ Family/Adventure ‧ 1h 28m

Elephant Horton spies a speck of dust floating in the Jungle of Nool, and after looking closely, he discovers the tiny city of Who-ville.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Horton Hears A Who! is both whimsical and heartwarming, and is the rare Dr. Seuss adaptation that stays true to the spirit of the source material."

26. Mulan ($303,500,000)

1998 ‧ Musical/Family ‧ 1h 28m

To save her father from death in the army, a young maiden secretly takes his place and eventually transform into one of China's greatest heroines.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Exploring themes of family duty and honor, Mulan breaks new ground as a Disney film, while still bringing vibrant animation and sprightly characters to the screen."

25. 101 Dalmatians ($304,200,000)

1996 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 43m

This live-action adaptation of Walt Disney's 1961 animated movie finds a couple rescuing their puppy litter from Cruella De Vil.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Neat performance from Glenn Close aside, 101 Dalmatians is a bland, pointless remake."

24. Chicken Little ($310,043,823)

2005 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 21m

Young Chicken Little alarms his small town by suggesting the sky is falling.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Disney expends more effort in the technical presentation than in crafting an original storyline."

23. The Polar Express ($312,719,437)

2004 ‧ Family/Fantasy ‧ 1h 40m

Late on Christmas Eve, a boy boards the mysterious train that waits for him—The Polar Express.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Though the movie is visually stunning overall, the animation for the human characters isn't lifelike enough, and the story is padded."

22. The Hunchback of Notre Dame ($325,500,000)

1996 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 31m

Quasimodo leaves the solitary safety of his Notre Dame tower to find his first true friend.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Disney's take on the Victor Hugo classic is dramatically uneven, but its strong visuals, dark themes, and message of tolerance make for a more-sophisticated-than-average children's film."

21. Pocahontas ($347,100,000)

1995 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 31m

This musical romantic historical drama is based on the life of the Native American woman Pocahontas.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Pocahontas means well, and has moments of startling beauty, but it's largely a bland, uninspired effort, with uneven plotting and an unfortunate lack of fun."

20. Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked ($349,088,523)

2011 ‧ Family/Adventure ‧ 1h 32m

The Chipmunks go on a cruise when they end up on a deserted, tropical island.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Lazy, rote, and grating, Chipwrecked is lowest-common-denominator family entertainment that's strictly for the very, very, very young at heart."

19. A Bug's Life ($363,095,319)

1998 ‧ Family/Adventure ‧ 1h 35m

An army of ants battles a group of grasshoppers who steal their food every year.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "A Bug's Life is a rousing adventure that blends animated thrills with witty dialogue and memorable characters – and another smashing early success for Pixar."

18. Toy Story ($365,270,951)

1995 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 21m

Andy's favourite toy, Woody, is concerned after his owner receives new toy Buzz Lightyear.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Entertaining as it is innovative, Toy Story reinvigorated animation while heralding the arrival of Pixar as a family-friendly force to be reckoned with."

17. Cars 3 ($383,541,369)

2017 ‧ Comedy/Sport ‧ 1h 49m

A famous racer sets out to prove that he is the world's best racing car.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Cars 3 has an unexpectedly poignant story to go with its dazzling animation, suggesting Pixar's most middle-of-the-road franchise may have a surprising amount of tread left."

16. Gone with the Wind ($390,525,192)

1939 ‧ Romance/Drama ‧ 3h 58m

A couple has a turbulent love affair in the American south during the Civil War.

Franz Hoellering of The Nation writes: "The result is a film which is a major event in the history of the industry but only a minor achievement in motion-picture art. There are moments when the two categories meet on good terms, but the long stretches between are filled with mere spectacular efficiency."

15. Beauty and the Beast ($438,656,843)

1991 ‧ Musical/Family ‧ 1h 32m

A prince cursed to spend his days as a hideous monster attempts to regain his humanity by earning a woman's affection.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Enchanting, sweepingly romantic, and featuring plenty of wonderful musical numbers, Beauty and the Beast is one of Disney's most elegant animated offerings."

14. Tarzan ($448,191,819)

1999 ‧ Musical/Family ‧ 1h 28m

Tarzan, an orphan raised by mountain gorillas, rescues a woman explorer, Jane.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Disney's Tarzan takes the well-known story to a new level with spirited animation, a brisk pace, and some thrilling action set-pieces."

13. Cars ($461,630,558)

2006 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 57m

A racing car has to repair the damage he has caused before he can get back on the road.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Cars offers visual treats that more than compensate for its somewhat thinly written story, adding up to a satisfying diversion for younger viewers."

12. Rio 2 ($492,846,291)

2014 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 41

After leaving Rio de Janeiro, animals attempt to adjust to the new surroundings in the Amazon.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Like most sequels, Rio 2 takes its predecessor's basic template and tries to make it bigger -- which means it's even busier, more colorful, and ultimately more exhausting for viewers outside the youthful target demographic."

11. Aladdin ($504,050,219)

1992 ‧ Musical/Family ‧ 1h 31m

Hustler Aladdin falls in love with a princess but cannot marry her as he is not a prince.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "A highly entertaining entry in Disney's renaissance era, Aladdin is beautifully drawn, with near-classic songs and a cast of scene-stealing characters."

10. Toy Story 2 ($511,358,276)

1999 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 35m

After Woody is kidnapped by a greedy toy collector Buzz Light-year and the gang set out to rescue him.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "The rare sequel that arguably improves on its predecessor, Toy Story 2 uses inventive storytelling, gorgeous animation, and a talented cast to deliver another rich moviegoing experience for all ages."

9. WALL-E ($532,508,025)

2008 ‧ Family/Adventure ‧ 1h 43m

A machine tasked with cleaning Earth meets another robot and falls in love.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Wall-E's stellar visuals testify once again to Pixar's ingenuity, while its charming star will captivate younger viewers—and its timely story offers thought-provoking subtext."

8. Cars 2 ($560,155,383)

2011 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 2 hours

A pair of race cars travel abroad to participate in a Grand Prix race.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Cars 2 is as visually appealing as any other Pixar production, but all that dazzle can't disguise the rusty storytelling under the hood."

7 .Monsters, Inc. ($560,483,719)

2001 ‧ Comedy/Fantasy ‧ 1h 36m

Best friends Sulley and Mike are the top scarers working at the Monsters, Inc. until they meet a little girl.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Clever, funny, and delightful to look at, Monsters, Inc. delivers another resounding example of how Pixar elevated the bar for modern all-ages animation."

6. Ratatouille ($626,549,695)

2007 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 51m

A rat attempts to beat all the odds and become a renowned French chef.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Fast-paced and stunningly animated, Ratatouille adds another delightfully entertaining entry—and a rather unlikely hero—to the Pixar canon."

5. Monsters University ($743,455,810)

2013 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 50m

Two friends join Monsters University to graduate as the world's scariest monsters.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Offering Monsters, Inc. fans a welcome return visit with beloved characters, Monsters University delivers funny and thoughtful family entertainment for viewers of any age."

4. Finding Nemo ($936,094,852)

2003 ‧ Family/Adventure ‧ 1h 40m

When his son Nemo is snatched from the Great Barrier Reef a meek clownfish attempts his rescue.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Breathtakingly lovely and grounded by the stellar efforts of a well-chosen cast, Finding Nemo adds another beautifully crafted gem to Pixar's crown."

3. The Lion King ($986,214,868)

1994 ‧ Family/Musical ‧ 1h 29m

A lion once forced to leave the Pride Lands after his father Mufasa is murdered returns to reclaim his throne.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Emotionally stirring, richly drawn, and beautifully animated, The Lion King stands tall within Disney's pantheon of classic family films."

2. Toy Story 3 ($1,068,879,522)

2010 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 48m

The toys are mistakenly delivered to a daycare centre, where they plot their return to Andy's home.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Deftly blending comedy, adventure, and honest emotion, Toy Story 3 is a rare second sequel that really works."

1. Toy Story 4 ($1,073,080,329)

2019 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 40m

Woody attempts to make a toy experiencing a nervous breakdown realise its importance in the life of its owner.

Rotten Tomatoes' crucial consensus states: "Heartwarming, funny, and beautifully animated, Toy Story 4 manages the unlikely feat of extending – and perhaps concluding – a practically perfect animated saga."