Picture of the main good guys from the anime movie Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train.
Action/Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train

I was surprised by the redemptive messages I found—along with a bunch of severed demon heads.

Boy and dragon in Wish Dragon
Action/Adventure, Animation, Kids, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Wish Dragon

Obviously, a bit of magic is on tap. But the real magic of this movie lies in its lessons.

An animated dog floats on a purple air mattress in a pool.
Action/Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Kids
Dog Gone Trouble

This doggie flick has some sweet lessons to offer on bravery, acceptance and stepping out of one’s comfort zone.

Elephant, Monkey and Alien in Jungle Beat
Animation, Kids
Jungle Beat: The Movie

Jungle Beat is sure to touch the heart of families and remind them just how important it is to love …

Screen shot of a family being attacked by robots while driving a car in the animated kids movie "The Mitchells vs. the Machines."
Action/Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
The Mitchells vs. the Machines

The Mitchells vs. the Machines is fun, sweet and smart. It strays just a bit—but for some, that’ll be enough …

A warrior jumps and a flaming god's face can be seen behind him.
Action/Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
New Gods: Nezha Reborn

This film’s focus on Eastern spirituality—especially reincarnation—will make it a nonstarter for many Christian viewers.

Arlo the Alligator Boy and his animal friends sing and dance.
Animation, Kids
Arlo the Alligator Boy

This film about acceptance also embraces thinly veiled visual and verbal nods that reference LGBTQ stereotypes.

Action/Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Kids, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon

There’s a bit of toilet humor and some silly stunts along the way. But the real story here is one …

SpongeBob and Patrick talk to Keannu Reeves as a sentient sage brush plant.
Action/Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Kids
The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run

If families decide to dogpaddle into Bikini Bottom, they should be aware of some odd, tangled seaweed amid the colorful …

We see three Bigfoot family members leaning over a rail.
Animation, Kids
Bigfoot Family

Adam Harrison isn’t like any other kid around. His dad is Bigfoot. Yes, that Bigfoot. Once a scientist, Dr. Harrison …

Animated Tom and Jerry talk to a real-life hotel worker.
Action/Adventure, Animal, Animation, Comedy
Tom & Jerry

This pic won’t leave anyone purring to beat the band. But it won’t make you want to scratch the furniture …

We look at a young girl in overalls with pigtails.
Animation, Kids, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Earwig and the Witch

Many families may simply decide that Earwig’s content concerns push this story out of bounds for them.

We see Prince Charming and his friend Lenore against the backdrop of a castle and a full moon.
Action/Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Kids, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Charming

Aimed at an elementary-age audience, Charming teaches lessons about the importance of sacrifice and selflessness.

A young girl and her pet pilot a spaceship to the moon.
Action/Adventure, Animation, Kids, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Over the Moon

Over the Moon isn’t a film to rocket to without consideration. Still, in this reviewer’s eye, this Moon looks more …

The Crood family crouches together in a defensive huddle.
Action/Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Kids, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
The Croods: A New Age

Through almost pure happenstance, The Croods: A New Age has now become a pic that reflects our current crazy world.