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Welcome to your go-to guide for family movie night!
Looking for the perfect movie to watch with your kids? Whether you’re planning a cozy Friday night in or want to start a weekly movie tradition, we’ve rounded up the best family movies across genres, holidays, and age groups. These are the films our readers love most, plus a few of our own favorites. Let’s make movie night magical.
⭐ Reader-Favorite Family Movies
Post: Best Family Movies According to Our Readers
We asked – you answered. These are the family movies Milwaukee With Kids readers return to again and again.
🎄 By Holiday and Season
Post: Best Christmas Movies for Kids Rated G
From Rudolph to the Grinch, we’ve got the top holiday picks that are fun, festive, and kid-approved. These movies are rated G and perfect for younger audiences.
Post: Best Halloween Movies for Little Kids
No nightmares here – just cute witches, funny ghosts, and not-too-scary stories for little ones.
Post: 33 Best Family Movies to Watch in October
A cozy roundup of films to match the fall vibes — think pumpkins, adventure, and seasonal fun.
🐛 By Theme and Interest
Post: Best Bug Movies for Kids
From “A Bug’s Life” to “Bee Movie,” these insect-inspired adventures are both entertaining and educational.
Want Even More?
If you’re planning a sleepover, family game night, or rainy-day activity, check out these related roundups:
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Coming Soon:
We’ll continue updating this post with:
- Movies for preschoolers
- Best summer-themed family movies
- First movie ideas for toddlers
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Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
Calie is also a recognized voice in local media, contributing to WISN Channel 12 News, WTMJ Wisconsin Morning News, Fox 6’s Real Milwaukee, and B93.3.
Discover more about Calie’s journey and editorial approach on her About Page and Editorial Policy Page.
