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.
6. Dolittle (2020)
Stephen Gaghan’s ‘Dolittle’ features Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. John Dolittle, a veterinarian who can speak to animals. Many of you have seen Eddie Murphy play the part in ‘Dr. Dolittle’ film series. However, this one takes a fantastical approach to Hugh Lofting’s creation. Set in Victorian-era Britain, the movie follows Dolittle and his animal friends as they search for a cure for Queen Victoria’s serious health condition. More about the visuals than the story, the movie will be enjoyed by kids, as a lot of hard work has been put into showing different kinds of animals speaking and interacting like humans. It can be streamed here.
5. Night of the Zoopocalypse (2024)
‘Night of the Zoopocalypse’ is an animated comedy horror film about a group of animals trying to save themselves from turning into zombies after a meteor carrying a deadly virus strikes their zoo. As the virus spreads, turning their peers into freaky predators, Gracie, a timber wolf, and Dan, a mountain lion, look for a way to return their friends to their normal nature. But they have to first learn to work as a team. With funny animation, a new approach to the genre, and a talented voice cast, which includes Gabbi Kosmidis, David Harbour, Scott Thompson, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Heather Loreto, and Bryn McAuley, ‘Night of the Zoopocalypse’ is an underrated animated flick, one that your children will definitely love. It can be streamed here.
4. The Bad Guys (2022)
The animated movie ‘The Bad Guys’ deals with a criminal gang of anthropomorphic animals whose leader, Mr. Wolf, finds himself conflicted about being a bad guy. Being good seems really nice. As for his gang members, Mr. Snake, Ms. Tarantula, Mr. Shark, and Mr. Piranha, they are proud of what they do, their notorious reputation being well-earned. Then, when a heist gets botched, the gang is forced to be good citizens to avoid prison time. Can the “bad guys” become the “good guys”? With a voice cast that includes Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Awkwafina, Craig Robinson, and Anthony Ramos, ‘The Bad Guys’ is an entertaining movie carrying a deep meaning. Being bad can be “cool,” but being good is the best. You can have your kids watch it right here.
3. Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022)
As the title suggests, ‘Minions: The Rise of Gru’ shows how Gru became the villain we know him as. The movie shows eleven-year-old Gru being kidnapped by Knuckles, the betrayed leader of the supervillain group Vicious Six, whom Gru desperately wants to be a part of. Minions Kevin, Stuart, and Bob set off to rescue their friend/mentor, who has bonded with Knuckles but faces a threat from the Vicious Six, making the movie a heartfelt endeavor instilled with fun, laughter, action, and drama. ‘Minions: The Rise of Gru’ can be streamed here.
2. How to Train Your Dragon (2025)
Helmed by Dean DeBlois, who also directed the titular animated movies, ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ is the live-action version of the same story, showcased using brilliant visual effects. The story of how young Hiccup (Mason Thames) takes a stand against his father, Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler), in support of dragons, successfully carries the emotional beat as felt in the first animated movie of the franchise. Hiccup’s friendship with Toothless, their training together, and the several battle scenes are all beautifully crafted, blending practical and visual effects in an impeccable manner. It can be streamed here.
1. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001)
A movie that became a cultural phenomenon worldwide upon release, ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ is the first installment in the ‘Harry Potter’ film franchise, which is based on J. K. Rowling’s eponymous book series. The story centers on a young orphaned boy named Harry Potter, who is inducted into the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, an overwhelming change in setting for the kid who grew up in a storeroom in his hateful uncle’s house. His experiences at Hogwarts and how they are connected to the death of his mother, a witch, and father, a wizard, form the movie’s premise. Starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint, ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ is a must-watch for kids simply due to the magical quotient that is as effective psychologically as it is visually. It can be streamed here.
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