As families look forward to 2025, a plethora of new kid and family movies are set to hit theaters and streaming platforms. This comprehensive calendar highlights the most anticipated releases, ensuring that parents and children alike can find suitable films to enjoy together. From beloved characters returning to the big screen to fresh stories that promise laughter and adventure, 2025 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for family entertainment.
Key Takeaways
- A variety of family-friendly films are scheduled for release in 2025.
- Notable titles include "Paddington in Peru" and Disney’s live-action "Snow White."
- The summer will feature Pixar’s "Elio" and a sequel to "Freaky Friday."
- Several animated films are in the works, with release dates yet to be announced.
January Releases
January kicks off the year with several exciting titles:
- Jan. 3: Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (PG, streaming on Netflix)
- Jan. 17: Paddington in Peru (PG, in theaters)
- Jan. 24: The Colors Within (PG, in theaters)
- Jan. 31: Dog Man (PG, in theaters)
February Highlights
February continues the trend with more family-friendly options:
- Feb. 21: The Unbreakable Boy (PG, in theaters)
- Feb. 28: The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie (PG, in theaters)
March Anticipations
March brings some highly anticipated films:
- March 7: Night of the Zoopocalypse (PG, in theaters)
- March 21: Disney’s Snow White (in theaters)
- March 28: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip (PG, streaming on Disney+)
Summer Blockbusters
The summer months are packed with exciting releases:
- June 13: Elio (in theaters)
- August 1: The Bad Guys 2 (in theaters)
- August 8: Freakier Friday (in theaters)
Fall and Winter Releases
As the year progresses, several films are set to close out 2025:
- Nov. 21: Wicked: For Good (in theaters)
- Nov. 26: Zootopia 2 (in theaters)
- Dec. 19: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants (in theaters)
- Dec. 25: Winnie the Pooh: A Hundred Acre Christmas (streaming on Amazon Prime Video)
Upcoming Animated Features
Several animated films are also on the horizon, though their release dates are yet to be confirmed:
- The Twits (Netflix)
- Wildwood (from Laika)
Families can look forward to a year filled with laughter, adventure, and heartwarming stories. Be sure to bookmark this calendar and check back for updates as more films are announced throughout the year!
