21 Best Kids' Movies Coming Out in 2020 to Add to Your Must-See List
You won't want to miss these.
Who doesn't love to watch the bad guy go down in flames and the good guy prevail in the grandest of fashion? Even better if the story involves technicolor scenery, larger-than-life animated animals, mysteries from the great unknown, and superhuman feats from less-than-super underdogs. The goods new is that all of the above is included in the best kids' movies for 2020.
You may only claim to prefer going to the theater versus watching kids' movies on Netflix because of the super-sized tubs of buttery popcorn and handfuls of candy, but deep down you know it's because you enjoy the memorable big screen moments. After all, so many iconic scenes come from funny kids' movies that the whole family ends up loving for years to come. How can you resist those crack-up-'til-you-hiccup jokes, or the ones that unapologetically tug at your heartstrings?
Luckily for fans of kid flicks, 2020 offers a lineup that will rival years past. They include remakes, sequels, book adaptations, and exciting new stories that are certain to make the list of most classic kids' movies of all time. Brace yourself for loads of drama, catchy tunes, belly laughs, action, and as always, a lot of "happily ever after."
Mulan
Release date: September 4, 2020
This much-anticipated live-action adaptation of Disney’s beloved classic celebrates the legend of a young Chinese girl who pretends she’s a boy and joins the army, all in an effort to save her father. Subscribers can watch the movie on Disney+ for an additional $30 fee. (The movie will be available to all Disney+ subscribers on December 4 for no additional fee.)
Stars: Yifei Liu
Dolittle
The newest iteration of Hugh Lofting’s classic book series about a doctor who can communicate with animals features an all-star cast including Robert Downey Jr., as the doc himself. Watch it now on Amazon Prime Video.
Stars: Robert Downey, Jr., Selena Gomez, Emma Thompson, and John Cena
Sonic the Hedgehog
When Sonic, the super speedy blue hedgehog of Sega video game fame, lands on Earth, an accidental meeting with Tom turns into a heroic mission to save the planet from the evil clutches of Dr. Robotnik. Watch it now on Amazon Prime Video.
Stars: Jim Carrey, James Marsden, and the voice of Ben Schwartz
The Call of the Wild
Follow Buck the sled dog as he journeys through the wild terrain of Alaska during the Klondike Gold Rush of the 1890s. The story is based on a 1903 novel by Jack London and is a remake of a 1935 film. Watch it now on Amazon Prime Video.
Stars: Harrison Ford and Bradley Whitford
Onward
When two teenage elf brothers are gifted a wizard staff, they go on a wild quest to bring back their dad—all of him—for one day. From the creators of Toy Story, this film is chock-full of magic, wonder, and adventure. Available now on Disney+.
Stars: Tom Holland, Chris Pratt, Octavia Spencer, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and John Ratzenberger
Trolls World Tour
Release date: April 10, 2020 on streaming services
The Trolls go rock-n-roll in this highly anticipated sequel. Poppy and Branch take us on a journey to six diverse troll lands, each one celebrating its own musical flavor, in an effort to unite all Trolls around the world.
Stars: Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Kelly Clarkson, Mary J. Blige, George Clinton, and Ozzy Osbourne
Barbie
Release date: May 8, 2020
A collaboration between Warner Bros. and Mattel, this live-action film is based on the infamous doll as she tackles the real world Barbie-style.
Stars: Margot Robbie
Soul
Release date: June 19, 2020
A successful open mic night convinces Joe, a middle school band teacher, that his dream of becoming a jazz musician is within reach. But an accident lands Joe’s soul at a You Seminar, where he must find his way home with the help of other souls-in-training. (This is from the director of Up and Inside Out, so don't forget your tissues!)
Stars: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey, John Ratzenberger, Phylicia Rashad, and Daveed Diggs
The SpongeBob Movie: It's a Wonderful Sponge
Release date: July 31, 2020
In this third film in the wildly popular franchise, we go back in time (before the TV series) and learn how our Bikini Bottom friends first met, as well as about that time SpongeBob and his trusty sidekick Patrick brave the waters to rescue the kidnapped pet snail, Gary.
Stars: Clancy Brown, Awkwafina, Tom Kenny, and Bill Fagerbakke
Artemis Fowl
Release date: Summer 2020 on Disney+.
A 12-year-old genius with the mind of a criminal and his bodyguard take on an underground world in an effort to find the boy’s missing father. This movie is based on Irish author Eoin Colfer’s series of young adult fantasy novels.
Stars: Judi Dench and Josh Gad
The One and Only Ivan
Release date: August 14, 2020
Based on a best-selling children’s book, a gorilla named Ivan and his animal friends live at a shopping mall in suburbia performing daily shows until they cleverly save themselves from captivity.
Stars: Bryan Cranston, Angelina Jolie, Helen Mirren, and Danny DeVito
The Witches
Release date: October 9, 2020
A remake of the 1990 movie based on Roald Dahl's 1983 classic book The Witches, this will tell the fantastical story of a young orphan boy and his grandmother as they face a pack of witches.
Stars: Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci, Octavia Spencer, and Chris Rock
Amy Mitchell is the managing editor at Country Living and VERANDA. She writes about a wide range of topics, including homes and lifestyle content.
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