Shubhabrata Dutta
Every parent wants to bring a smile to their kids’ faces. And needless to say, movies are an excellent means of doing that. Thankfully, we have crossed the COVID threshold, and the theaters are running smoothly again. So we can take our kids to the movies (but do take precautions) and let them enjoy a fun time watching their favorite superheroes. However, catching a movie at a theater is not always possible. Well, we are here to help you out with just that.
In this list, we bring you 10 PG/G-rated movies available for streaming on Peacock. Their rating proves that nothing inappropriate in them can affect your child in a way you don’t want. All these movies offer fun and entertainment and have morals, making each an effective learning experience.
10. Megamind vs. The Doom Syndicate (2024)
This animated comedy is a standalone sequel to ‘Megamind’ (2010) and also serves as the pilot for ‘Megamind Rules!’ series. The film follows superturned-turned-superhero Megamind, who takes on the role of Metro City’s defender. However, when his former criminal crew, the Doom Syndicate, returns, Megamind struggles to reveal to them that he is no longer a villain.
With the crew planning to send Metro City to the moon, he has to find a way to stop them, even if it means asking others for help, something he never had to do. Directed by Eric Fogel, the ‘Megamind vs. The Doom Syndicate’ voice cast includes Keith Ferguson, Laura Post, Josh Brener, Scott Adsit, Emily Tunon, Talon Warburton, and Maya Aoki. You can watch the movie here.
9. The Donkey King (2018)
Directed by Aziz Jindani, ‘The Donkey King’ is a Pakistani animated comedy. It shows how after King Badshah Khan, a lion, renounces his throne, his advisors, led by Miss Fitna, a fox, make an insignificant washer donkey named Mangu the new king. However, he does not perform a single duty that is expected of him. But when he finds out that he is a part of a conspiracy by Fitna herself, he decides to do what’s right.
One of the highest-grossing Pakistani movies ever, ‘The Donkey King’ voice cast features Afzal Khan as Mangu, Hina Dilpazeer as Fitna, and Ghulam Mohiuddin as Badshah Khan, along with Adeel Hashmi, Faisal Qureshi, and Jawed Sheikh. You can stream ‘The Donkey King’ here.
8. Curious George (2006)
Directed by Matthew O’Callaghan, this animated adventure flick is based on the children’s picture book series written by H. A. Rey and Margret Rey. The film follows a monkey named George and his curiosity, which brings him to New York from Africa, thanks to his new friend Ted, a museum tour guide.
The duo’s adventures as George explores his new world and Ted has to clean after him make for all the fun and entertainment that the movie offers. The voice cast includes Frank Welker as George, and Will Ferrell as Ted, along with Drew Barrymore, Dick Van Dyke, David Cross, and Eugene Levy. You can stream ‘Curious George’ here.
7. Shiloh (1996)
Directed by Chip Rosenbloom, ‘Shiloh’ is based on the 1991 book of the same name by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. The film explores the friendship of Marty Preston and his new best friend, a Beagle puppy whom he comes across and names Shiloh. After discovering how badly Shiloh’s owner, Judd, treats him, Marty ensures that Shiloh stays with him. He even makes a deal with Judd that will allow him to keep Shiloh if he does 20 hours of work for Judd. Will Judd keep his end of the deal? Will Marty and Shiloh be together? To find out, you can stream this classic right here.
6. Where the Red Fern Grows (1974)
Based on Wilson Rawl’s timeless novel of the same name, ‘Where the Red Fern Grows’ is the story of twelve-year-old Billy Coleman (Stewart Petersen) and his two new best friends, Little Ann and Old Dan, both raccoon hound puppies. Through their friendship, we see a heartwarming tale of life itself, accompanied by laughter, tears, happiness, and sadness. How Billy grows as a person while taking care of Ann and Dan makes this film a must-watch classic. Alongside Petersen, the cast includes James Whitmore, Beverly Garland, Jack Ging, and Lonny Chapman. You can stream it here.
5. The Croods: A New Age (2020)
The second film in ‘The Croods’ franchise, ‘The Croods: A New Age,’ can also be treated as a standalone film. Directed by Joel Crawford, the film follows the prehistoric Crood family as they search for a place they can call home. In the quest, they come across the Bettermans, who are more evolved than them.
As the Croods try to adapt to the more beautiful Betterman household, both families face a new threat that they can only fight if they work together. How they do it is what we find out in a most epic, adventurous manner. The voice cast includes Nicolas Cage, Emma Stone, Ryan Reynolds, Catherine Keener, Cloris Leachman, Leslie Mann and Peter Dinklage. You can watch the movie here.
4. Despicable Me 2 (2013)
One of the best-animated movies for kids ever made, ‘Despicable Me 2’ is headlined by the beloved supervillain Gru and voiced by the genius comedic actor Steve Carell. In the first part, we saw how Gru became the father of Margo (Miranda Cosgrove), Edith (Dana Gaier), and Agnes (Elsie Fisher). In this part, we see him retire from his job as a supervillain and go full-time as a loving father.
However, he has to put his skills to the test again, having been contacted by the Anti-Villain League, who need him to track a new supervillain named El Macho (Benjamin Bratt) who wants to take over the world. Gru was a supervillain once, and this will allow him to think like one and thus track someone who has a similar line of thought. But will Gru be able to do it? To find out, you can watch the film with your kids right here.
3. Despicable Me (2010)
The first installment of the ‘Despicable Me’ franchise, this animated movie follows supervillain Gru, who intends to pull off the greatest heist ever, i.e., stealing the moon, assisted by his little yellow assistants known as minions. But his decision to adopt three young girls, namely Margo, Edith, and Agnes, and use them to distract his competitor, the budding supervillain Vector, backfires as he inadvertently begins to grow a soft corner for the girls. Will his newfound affection come in the way of becoming the most formidable villain of all time?
Featuring a voice cast of Steve Carell (who immortalized the character of Gru), Jason Segel, Russell Brand, Julie Andrews, and Kristen Wiig, ‘Despicable Me’ is a brilliant movie bound to be loved by kids. It is directed by Pierre Coffin and Chris Renaud. You can play the movie here.
2. The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
Based on the world-famous Nintendo video game series ‘Mario,’ ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ is an animated movie custom-made for children. However, it works just fine for all those who have played the game. Chris Pratt and Charlie Day voice brothers Mario and Luigi, respectively, who are sucked into a pipe and end up in different parts of an alternate magical world. As they look for each other, they get involved in the battle between the Mushroom Kingdom and the Koopas (turtle-like race of creatures), resulting in a visually stunning epic adventure. A commendable homage to the iconic game and an entertaining animated flick, ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ is directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic. It can be streamed here.
1. Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002)
‘Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron’ is an animated Western film that revolves around the titular horse, Spirit, a Kiger mustang stallion (Matt Damon has voiced). Set during the American Indian Wars (late 19th century) in the Old West, the film explores an unlikely friendship between the horse and a Native American guy while the world seems to be torn apart by settlement disputes. We also see Spirit falling in love with a beautiful mare named Rain. However, it is danger-close at all times, and Spirit must take care of his loved ones, even if it means risking his own life. A heartwarming and pure drama that is as beautiful visually as it is story-wise, ‘Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron’ is perfect for your kids to enjoy. You can stream the Academy Award-nominated Kelly Asbury directorial here.
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