The 55 Best Disney Movies of All Time, from 'Snow White' to 'Encanto'

• Cast: Zach Braff, Joan Cusack, Dan Molina
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 26 minutes

Anyone familiar with the book by Steven Kellogg will not be surprised to learn that this animated film features a number of very frantic characters and lots of chaos. (The sky is falling, after all.) There’s also quite a bit of peril that might be too scary for very young kids, but overall Chicken Little serves up plenty of fast-paced fun, and even some positive messages about family love, too.

• Cast: Stephanie Beatriz, María Cecilia Botero, John Leguizamo
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 52 minutes

If you’re in the very small minority of parents who haven’t already seen the Disney sensation, Encanto, all you really need to know is that it does actually rock. The music is fantastic, the humor is on-point, the characters are refreshingly complex, the animation is stunning and the storyline about hurt and healing within a family is truly moving. Let’s just say we’re fans.

• Cast: Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Rachel House
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 51 minutes

Moana is a sweeping adventure featuring a strong female lead (voiced by Auli'i Cravalho), an empowering storyline and a kickass soundtrack, courtesy of Lin Manuel Miranda (of Hamilton fame). Watch this one when you’re in the mood for good music like "How Far I'll Go" and "You're Welcome" (sung by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, btw) and girl power vibes.

• Cast: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Idris Elba
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 7+
• Run Time: 1 hour 49 minutes

Fast-paced and action-packed—this animated feature is an engaging whodunnit mystery with an entertaining cast of talking animals (Jason Bateman and Shakira lend their voices) and lots of positive messages about racism, justice and teamwork.

• Cast: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey, Angela Bassett
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 8+
• Run Time: 1 hour 50 minutes

A middle-aged man (Jamie Foxx) has a life-threatening accident and, in the aftermath, his soul evades the ‘Great Beyond’ and lands in the ‘Great Before,’ awaiting a trip back to his body on Earth. Needless to say, the existential themes on the meaning of life and death are likely to go over the heads of younger kids, but if you want something with substance for slightly older viewers, this thought-provoking film fits the bill.

• Cast: Jacob Tremblay, Jack Dylan Grazer, Emma Berman
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 41 minutes

Set in a picturesque village on the Italian Riviera, Luca boasts breathtaking animation and a sweet storyline about two sea monsters who leave their homes to live among land-dwelling humans. If you replace the iffy romance and gender stereotypes of The Little Mermaid with a wholesome adventure focused on childhood friendship, this is what you’d get.

• Cast: Dave Foley, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, John Ratzenberger
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 39 minutes

Sophisticated computer-animation and a stellar cast of voice actors (like Dave Foley, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and John Ratzenberger) bring the insect world to life in this action-packed movie about an epic battle between good bugs and bad bugs. Expect light scares—there’s peril and suspense, but no violence—and plenty of entertainment.

• Cast: Adriana Caselotti, Harry Stockwell, Lucille LaVerne
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 27 minutes

Fans of the Disney Princess genre will swoon for this true classic, which features an incredibly kind-hearted damsel in distress, a gang of lovable dwarves and a witch with some sinister and (moderately scary) tricks up her sleeve.

• Cast: Deems Taylor, Walt Disney, Leopold Stokowski
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 2 hours 6 minutes

There’s no dialogue, only classical music and breathtaking animation in this oldie-but-goodie. Parents should know that Fantasia is artistic, abstract and likely to either totally mesmerize or utterly bore a kid. File this one under ‘family movie experiments.’

• Cast: Dickie Jones, Christian Rub, Cliff Edwards
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 31 minutes

Classic songs, beautifully restored animation and timeless (albeit somewhat heavy-handed) lessons on honesty and virtue are among the reasons why Pinocchio is worth a re-watch. It's also deemed the top-rated Disney movie of all time, so why not show the kiddos everyone's favorite flick. That said, we’d be lying if we told you it’s not seriously dark and quite disturbing. Indeed, this one is a bit dated, which is why we suggest pre-screening before you press play on movie night.

• Cast: John Sutherland, Sam Edwards, Paula Winslowe
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 14 minutes

Both incredibly sweet and heart-wrenchingly sad—you’ll need a box of Kleenex to watch this classic film about a baby deer who forges new friendships in the forest after his mother is shot and killed. Bambi is a poignant and beautiful movie that’s likely too scary and emotionally intense for young and highly sensitive viewers.

• Cast: Kathryn Beaumont, Ed Wynn, Richard Haydn
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 21 minutes

An animated number based on Lewis Carroll’s famous book by the same name, this trippy-dippy Disney movie is full of magic and a whole lot of fun to watch. That said, the surrealistic storyline and wacky characters might prove a tad overwhelming for younger audiences.

• Cast: Roger Bart, James Woods, Susan Egan
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 7+
• Run Time: 1 hour 39 minutes

Hercules ranks among the scarier movies on the list—there’s relentless peril and considerable gore that’s only somewhat offset by lighthearted, Gospel-style musical interludes—so this one is best watched with a slightly older kid. That said, the voice talent is outstanding: Danny Devito, Tate Donovan and Susan Egan all give stellar performances, and James Wood makes Hades one of the most memorable Disney villains of all time.

• Cast: Tom Hulce, Tony Jay, Demi Moore
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 8+
• Run Time: 1 hour 37 minutes

Social pariahs are the heroes of this dark, but thrilling Disney flick—based on Victor Hugo’s classic work of fiction—about a hunchback (voiced by Tom Hulce) who is shunned for his physical deformities, a brave Gypsy woman (Demi Moore) who befriends him and an intensely frightening villain (Tony Jay) with an evil agenda and a heart full of hate.

• Cast: Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, David Tomlinson
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 2 hours 23 minutes

Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke star in this classic musical about an irresistibly charming nanny with magic powers and a whole lot of good sense. Long, but never boring—Mary Poppins is a family-friendly winner.

• Cast: Dean Jones, Sandy Duncan, Joe Flynn
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 32 minutes

If you’re looking for cheap laughs, this 1970s comedy about a kid’s gold egg-laying pet duck and his particularly dense but well-meaning parents is a safe choice. The Million Dollar Duck is pretty far from high-quality entertainment—it is, however, an age-appropriate choice that will incite riotous laughter from kids who enjoy watching adults act silly. (Plus, the duck is pretty darn cute.)

• Cast: Roger Miller, Peter Ustinov, Terry-Thomas
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 4+
• Run Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Another animated classic, Disney’s Robin Hood tells the story of the legendary outlaw who stole from the rich to feed the poor with charming animal characters, catchy tunes and a solid dose of comedy and romance. (It’s remarkably unscary, too.)

• Cast: Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan, Chad Michael Murray
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 8+
• Run Time: 1 hour 38 minutes

A mother (Jamie Lee Curtis) and her teenage daughter (Lindsay Lohan) switch bodies for a day after being served a magic fortune cookie at the Chinese eatery where they had been overheard bickering. Needless to say, hilarity and quite a bit of awkwardness ensue…but will they emerge from the experience with a deeper understanding of one another? (We bet you can guess.)

• Cast: Sebastian Cabot, Junius Matthews, Barbara Luddy
• Rating: TV-Y
• Suitable for: ages 3+
• Run Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Everybody loves Pooh…and Tigger, too. Yep, this 1977 film features the familiar cast of lovable animal characters from A.A. Milne’s classic stories. We’re particularly fond of this one as a movie night pick for the pre-K crowd (and younger) —namely because it’s scare-free, 100 percent wholesome and has a low-key pace that’s unlikely to overstimulate little kids.

• Cast: Mickey Rooney, Kurt Russell, Pearl Bailey
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 24 minutes

Much like with Bambi, The Fox and the Hound revolves around themes of loss and friendship. There’s some violence, peril and sadness—all of which might be too intense for very young viewers—but the poignant storyline goes down easy, with some help from lighthearted humor and cute, hand-drawn animated characters.

• Cast: Emilio Estevez, Joss Ackland, Lane Smith
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 11+
• Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes

This comedy-drama about a disorganized hockey team and their inspiring coach (Emilio Estevez) boasts positive messages about teamwork and sportsmanship. That said, it’s best-suited to tween audiences, since there’s some mild adult language and humor.

• Cast: Sally Field, Michael J. Fox, Don Ameche
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 24 minutes

Lots of humor, sass and adventure is in store when you tune into this 90s charmer about a trio of real-life animals (voiced by Sally Field, Michael J. Fox and Don Ameche) who go on a long and intrepid trek to reunite with their out-of-town owners.

• Cast: Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 10+
• Run Time: 1 hour 36 minutes

This cult classic starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy as mischievous witch sisters is a Halloween favorite that’s pretty darn fun to watch any time you’re in the mood for something equal parts silly and spooky.

• Cast: Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 19 minutes

Another Halloween flick with all-season potential—The Nightmare Before Christmas is a magical and whimsical animated feature that boasts Tim Burton’s signature gothic style and enchanting musical numbers, courtesy of Danny Elfman. This one is just what you’d expect from the aforementioned duo: A little creepy, very weird and totally cool.

• Cast: Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Matthew Broderick, James Earl Jones
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 33 minutes

The Lion King is one of Disney’s greatest musical successes—so much so that it spawned a Tony Award-winning Broadway show. With songs like "Circle of Life," "Hakuna Matata," and "Can You Feel the Love Tonight," it'll be a great sing along with your kids. Needless to say, this one is well worth a watch, but parents should know that the sadness (parent loss) and moderate violence in the storyline might be too much for very young viewers.

• Cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Don Rickles
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 24 minutes

An all-star cast (Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Wallace Shawn and Don Rickles, to name a few) lend their voice talent to this story about toys that come to life. Energetic characters, clever dialogue and perfectly paced action put this animated feature at the top of the family movie night list.

• Cast: John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 7+
• Run Time: 1 hour 45 minutes

If there’s a gamer in the fam, Wreck-It Ralph is a particularly apropos movie night pick—namely because it tells the story of a video game villain who comes to life and chooses a different course. The games portrayed in this animated feature are quite realistic, so you can expect some video game violence, but the messages about identity and self-image dig much deeper.

• Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Brian Murray, Emma Thompson
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 9+
• Run Time: 1 hour 40 minutes

Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island is reworked into a fantastical sci-fi adventure in this truly imaginative and lesser-known Disney film. The content is best-suited for big kids and tween audiences—there’s plenty of peril and some key characters die—but slightly more mature viewers with an appreciation for great story-telling and spectacular animation will delight in this one.

• Cast: Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong'o
• Rating: PG-13
• Suitable for: ages 13+
• Run Time: 2 hour 18 minutes

This superhero flick based on the Marvel Comics character follows T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman), the Black Panther and heir to the extremely powerful African kingdom of Wakanda, as he battles to defeat powerful enemies that threaten his country and his people. An empowering story with impressive special effects that also grapples with big themes like race and identity.

• Cast: Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 2 hours 9 minutes

Summer camp is full of surprises—particularly for long-lost twin sisters Annie and Hallie (both played by Lindsay Lohan), who are unexpectedly reunited there, and try to do the same for their estranged birth parents. This one is funny, sweet and wholesome—but, for obvious reasons, might be a more complicated watch for children of divorced parents.

• Cast: Denzel Washington, Will Patton, Donald Faison
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 10+
• Run Time: 1 hour 54 minutes

Inspired by the true story of a recently integrated high school football team in 1971 Alexandria, Virginia, Remember the Titans has a seriously impressive cast (Denzel Washington, Ryan Gosling and Hayden Pannettiere, to name a few) and a dramatic storyline that’s sure to pave the way for meaningful family conversations about race and prejudice.

• Cast: Michael J. Fox, James Garner, Cree Summer
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 8+
• Run Time: 1 hour 40 minutes

Calling all academics: A scrawny linguist (Michael J. Fox) is the protagonist in this sweeping and beautifully animated, maritime adventure. The whole thing is certainly exhilarating to watch, but parents should know that the storyline features peril, guns and death in a way that’s reminiscent of wartime, so it’s best reserved for slightly older kids.

• Cast: Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Mandy Moore
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 8+
• Run Time: 1 hour 56 minutes

Unpopular high school kid, Mia (Anne Hathaway), gets a more sophisticated version of the Clueless-style makeover once she discovers she’s actually a princess in a European kingdom. Yes, the whole premise feels a bit like tween-baiting—but at its core The Princess Diaries is actually a coming-of-age story that’s more substantive than superficial.

• Cast: John Goodman, Billy Crystal, Steve Buscemi
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 32 minutes

Monsters Inc. is a cute, silly and (ironically) almost entirely scare-free feature that’s sure to charm little kids—mostly thanks to the comedic stylings and voice talent of John Goodman, Billy Crystal and Steve Buscemi. (The top-notch, muppet-like animation is icing on the cake.)

• Cast: Ben Burtt, Elissa Knight, Jeff Garlin
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 39 minutes

Pixar’s offbeat animated film WALL-E—a touching robot love story that takes place on a post-apocalyptic Earth—has strong environmental messages, a thought-provoking storyline and a whole lot of heart.

• Cast: Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander Gould
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes

Andrew Stanton, Ellen Degeneres and William Dafoe star in this animated film about the bond between a father and son fish. There are positive messages aplenty—loyalty, love, perseverance, you name it—but there’s also lots of peril and a few fairly intense scares, so the pre-K crowd might need to wait a couple years on this one.

• Cast: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Samuel L. Jackson
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 7+
• Run Time: 1 hour 56 minutes

The Parrs have hung up their superhero hats (or capes, as it were) and decided to settle into a peaceful suburban life, but when a disillusioned superhero wannabe turns evil, the clan must reclaim their superhero status and save the city. Fast-paced and full of (near constant) action, The Incredibles will keep viewers of all ages on the edge of their seats.

• Cast: Fred MacMurray, Jean Hagen, Tommy Kirk
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 4+
• Run Time: 1 hour 41 minutes

If you think your kid would never sit through a black and white movie from the '50s, think again. The Shaggy Dog is slapstick comedic gold that will have viewers of all ages in stitches from start to finish.

• Cast: Jordan Fry, Wesley Singerman, Stephen Anderson
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 7+
• Run Time: 1 hour 39 minutes

A child genius in an orphanage invents a memory machine to help him identify and find his birth mother—but after a rather confusing series of events, he ends up seeing into the future instead, where he’s living happily with a particularly quirky but loving family. In order to make it to the future, he must contend with a villain in the present. This brave orphan story is full of adventure and positive messages—and, yes, there’s a happy ending, too.

• Cast: Patton Oswalt, Lou Romano, Will Arnett
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 51 minutes

Remy (Patton Oswalt), a rat with an unusually sophisticated palate and a passion for cooking, finds himself at home in a Michelin-star kitchen in Paris, where most everyone is more interested in exterminating him than discovering his natural culinary talent. The one exception is a kitchen helper named Linguini (Lou Romano)—and when the two pair up, they can make dreams come true. This one is highly entertaining to watch, but parents should know that there’s quite a bit of cartoon violence and the humor is often aimed more at adults.

• Cast: Rick Moranis, Matt Frewer, Marcia Strassman
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 7+
• Run Time: 1 hour 33 minutes

Rick Moranis stars as Wayne Szalinski, a nerdy inventor dad who accidentally and unknowingly shrinks his kids with his latest creation. The rest of the story unfolds from the perspective of the itty-bitty gang of teens and involves one peril after another—giant bugs, brooms, lawn mowers, you name it. It’s all quite silly and fun for audiences who are old enough not to take the premise too seriously; otherwise, it can be quite intense.

• Cast: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Robert Patrick
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 9+
• Run Time: 1 hour 36 minutes

This 2007 film is based on the beloved young adult novel by Katherine Paterson and it stays true to the book: A Narnia-like, fantasy kingdom provides a safe space for two teens to process death, family dysfunction, bullying and love. The themes are mature and the message on friendship is truly touching, so have some tissues ready.

• Cast: Mae Whitman, Kristin Chenoweth, Raven Symoné
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 4+
• Run Time: 1 hour 23 minutes

Lucy Liu, Jesse McCartney and Raven-Symoné lend their voices to the fairy crew in this easy-to-watch animated feature, in which Tinkerbell finally gets the top billing status she deserves. It’s wholesome and not too scary, but still not snoozy. In other words, this one was clearly made with the needs of younger kids in mind.

• Cast: Ed Asner, Jordan Nagai, Christoper Plummer
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 36 minutes

An elderly and quite crotchety widower (Ed Asner) ascends into the sky, house and all, with help from a bunch of balloons. Alas, there’s an unwanted boy scout on board and a whole lot of adventure ahead. This quirky Pixar flick is a whimsical and poignant story of loss, healing and friendship that viewers of all ages can enjoy.

• Cast: Simu Liu, Awkwafina, Meng'er Zhang
• Rating: PG-13
• Suitable for: ages 11+
• Run Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

Grab a comic book-loving tween and step into the Marvel Cinematic Universe with this action-packed superhero origin story. Shang-Chi (Simu Liu) faces his father (Tony Leung) and his dangerous Ten Rings organization while discovering his own potential as a powerful hero. The cast also includes legendary actors like Tony Leung and Michelle Yeoh. Plus, there's a ton of skillful martial arts scenes and a dose of comedy for good measure.

• Cast: Rosalie Chiang, Sandra Oh, Ava Morse
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 8+
• Run Time: 1 hour 47 minutes

There are coming-of-age movies and there are ‘OMG, I just came of age’ movies. Turning Red is a pioneer of the latter category in that it deals with menstruation in a way that’s far more kid-friendly than, say, Carrie. Beyond the girl-becomes-panda puberty angle, though, there’s a really tender story about family relationships and enough relatable content to fuel many fireside chats with tween and teen viewers.

• Cast: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 4+
• Run Time: 1 hour 46 minutes

No list of Disney movies would be complete without Frozen—the animated feature turned cultural phenomenon that you could only have missed if you were living under a rock. If your own child has not yet been introduced to Elsa, Anna, Olaf and the rest of the charismatic crew, just know that you’re in store for a dramatic adventure, featuring strong female characters, plenty of wit and positive messages about loyalty, friendship and emotional openness.

• Cast: Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 7+
• Run Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

Another animated film with a strong female protagonist, Brave is a princess story that takes place in Scotland and revolves around a mother-daughter relationship. Compared to others in its genre, this one is relatively scary (think: violent bear fights and brawling men with weapons). That said, it’s totally gripping and sure to tug on the heart strings, too.

• Cast: Robin Wright, Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Wallace Shawn, Fred Savage
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 9+
• Run Time: 1 hour 38 minutes

This classic boasts vaudeville-style humor ( à la Mel Brooks), sweeping romance, exhilarating adventure and an all-star cast. Parents should know that this winning flick is somewhat mature and likely too scary for the youngest viewers, but well worth a watch with tweens and teens. Let’s just say it puts other rom-coms to shame.

• Cast: Robin Williams
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 5+
• Run Time: 1 hour 34 minutes

Aladdin is one of those movies you can pop on over and over again and truly never get tired of it. From the music, because "A Whole New World" is duet waiting to happen, to comedic moments with Genie (voiced by the iconic Robin Williams), this '90s animated film is worth adding to the queue on those gloomy rainy days.

• Cast: Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Melissa McCarthy
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 2 hours 20 minutes

Don't get us wrong—we adore the animated version of The Little Mermaid, but the live action film truly deserves its own spot on your family movie night watchlist. It follows the same story of Ariel's curiosity to see the surface, but adds a bit more depth to the young mermaid that's both empowering and fun (and less about only falling in love with Eric). Halle Bailey's dazzling voice, the addition of an Eric solo and the A-list cast (Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina) is the icing on the cake.

• Cast: Scott Adsit, Ryan Potter, Daniel Henney
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 48 minutes

If your kid is into superheroes (and/or STEM), they will love Big Hero 6. The animated film follows young robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada and his friends as they transform into full-fledged heroes to stop the evil Yokai from stealing the microbots. It's definitely less violent than a MCU flick for younger audiences, especially when it comes to the lovable Baymax robot saving the day.

• Cast: Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal, Benjamin Bratt
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 7+
• Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes

This Pixar film centers around family, culture and magic. When Miguel (Anthony Gonzalez) falls into the afterlife and meets his ancestors, he has to find a way back home before he's stuck there forever. The animated flick is visually stunning and the songs celebrate Latinx culture. But parents should know that due to the subject matter (i.e., death), this one might better suited for the older kids.

• Cast: Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden
• Rating: PG
• Suitable for: ages 8+
• Run Time: 1 hour 51 minutes

This entertaining and musical pick centers around the idea of an animated princess living in the real world. Amy Adams plays Giselle, a soon-to-be princess who's banished from her fairytale world by the evil queen and falls into Manhattan, where she to find her way back home. The 2007 film is a joy to watch and pokes fun at the classic movies we grew up on. Plus, Patrick Dempsey playing a cynical divorce lawyer makes the movie even better.

• Cast: Anika Noni Rose, Bruno Campos, Keith David
• Rating: G
• Suitable for: ages 6+
• Run Time: 1 hour 42 minutes

Inspired by the folk tale The Frog Prince, this 2009 animated feature puts a modern twist to the classic story. Set in 1920s New Orleans, the music drives the film with hits like "Almost There," "Dig a Little Deeper," and "Ma Belle Evangeline." Dreamgirls star Anika Noni Rose lends her voice as the hardworking and ambitious Tiana, who dreams of one day opening up her own restaurant...before she was turned into a frog, that is. Note: There are a few scary scenes with the evil Dr. Facilier that might be too intense for younger audiences.