Best 1990s Family Movies

Looking for the best 1990s Family movies? These are the 48 highest-rated 1990s Family titles in our catalogue, led by Summer of the Colt, Toy Story and Whisper of the Heart. The list is ranked by audience score; open any title for its cast, trailer and legal places to watch.

1. Summer of the Colt (1991)

★ 8.5/10

This award-winning film by André Melançon -- set on a ranch on the pampas of Argentina -- tells the story of three children spending a summer with their grandfather. The youngest, Felipe, makes friends with a puppy…
2. Toy Story (1995)

★ 8.0/10

Led by Woody, Andy's toys live happily in his room until Andy's birthday brings Buzz Lightyear onto the scene. Afraid of losing his place in Andy's heart, Woody plots against Buzz. But when circumstances separate Buzz…
3. Whisper of the Heart (1995)

★ 8.0/10

Shizuku lives a simple life, dominated by her love for stories and writing. One day she notices that all the library books she has have been previously checked out by the same person: 'Seiji Amasawa'.
4. The Iron Giant (1999)

★ 8.0/10

In the small town of Rockwell, Maine in October 1957, a giant metal machine befriends a nine-year-old boy and ultimately finds its humanity by unselfishly saving people from their own fears and prejudices.
5. Mulan (1998)

★ 7.9/10

To save her father from certain death in the army, a young woman secretly enlists in his place and becomes one of China's greatest heroines in the process.
6. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

★ 7.8/10

Tired of scaring humans every October 31 with the same old bag of tricks, Jack Skellington, the spindly king of Halloween Town, kidnaps Santa Claus and plans to deliver shrunken heads and other ghoulish gifts to…
7. Porco Rosso (1992)

★ 7.8/10

In Italy in the 1930s, sky pirates in biplanes terrorize wealthy cruise ships as they sail the Adriatic Sea. The only pilot brave enough to stop the scourge is the mysterious Porco Rosso, a former World War I flying…
8. Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (1998)

★ 7.7/10

After going their separate ways, Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred reunite to investigate the ghost of Moonscar the pirate on a haunted bayou island, but it turns out the swashbuckler's spirit isn't the only…
9. A Little Princess (1995)

★ 7.6/10

When her father enlists to fight for the British in WWI, young Sara Crewe goes to New York to attend the same boarding school her late mother attended. She soon clashes with the severe headmistress, Miss Minchin, who…
10. Toy Story 2 (1999)

★ 7.6/10

Andy heads off to Cowboy Camp, leaving his toys to their own devices. Things shift into high gear when an obsessive toy collector named Al McWhiggen, owner of Al's Toy Barn kidnaps Woody. Andy's toys mount a daring…
11. Anastasia (1997)

★ 7.6/10

Ten years after she was separated from her family, an eighteen-year-old orphan with vague memories of the past sets out to Paris in hopes of reuniting with her grandmother. She is accompanied by two con men, who intend…
12. Hercules (1997)

★ 7.5/10

Bestowed with superhuman strength, a young mortal named Hercules sets out to prove himself a hero in the eyes of his father, the great god Zeus. Along with his friends Pegasus, a flying horse, and Phil, a personal…
13. Piano Piano Kid (1991)

★ 7.5/10

In 1940s Turkey, the war is recently over, but the wounds are still fresh, and the WWII is going on next door. A different family lives in each room of a mansion. They all lead a scarce life but hold on to life with…
14. Home Alone (1990)

★ 7.4/10

Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister makes the most of the situation after his family unwittingly leaves him behind when they go on Christmas vacation. When thieves try to break into his home, he puts up a fight like no…
15. Tarzan (1999)

★ 7.4/10

Tarzan was a small orphan who was raised by an ape named Kala since he was a child. He believed that this was his family, but on an expedition Jane Porter is rescued by Tarzan. He then finds out that he's human. Now…
16. Balto (1995)

★ 7.3/10

An outcast half-wolf risks his life to prevent a deadly epidemic from ravaging Nome, Alaska.
17. The Prince of Egypt (1998)

★ 7.3/10

The strong bond between two brothers is challenged when their chosen responsibilities set them at odds, with extraordinary consequences.
18. Kid Cop (1996)

★ 7.3/10

Eleven year old Peter Hansen is determined to follow his Dad's career example by becoming a one-boy neighborhood police force. When a local burglary is committed, Peter follows clues overlooked by the police and ends…
19. Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)

★ 7.2/10

Loving but irresponsible dad Daniel Hillard, estranged from his exasperated spouse, is crushed by a court order allowing only weekly visits with his kids. When Daniel learns his ex needs a housekeeper, he gets the job…
20. Matilda (1996)

★ 7.2/10

Matilda Wormwood is an exquisite and intelligent little girl. Unfortunately, her parents, Harry and Zinnia misunderstand her because they think she is so different. As time passes, she finally starts school and has a…
21. Jumanji (1995)

★ 7.2/10

When siblings Judy and Peter discover an enchanted board game that opens the door to a magical world, they unwittingly invite Alan -- an adult who's been trapped inside the game for 26 years -- into their living room…
22. The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996)

★ 7.1/10

Isolated bell-ringer Quasimodo wishes to leave Notre Dame tower against the wishes of Judge Claude Frollo, his stern guardian and Paris' strait-laced Minister of Justice. His first venture to the outside world finds…
23. A Bug's Life (1998)

★ 7.0/10

On behalf of "oppressed bugs everywhere," an inventive ant named Flik hires a troupe of warrior bugs to defend his bustling colony from a horde of freeloading grasshoppers led by the evil-minded Hopper.
24. Hocus Pocus (1993)

★ 7.0/10

After 300 years of slumber, three sister witches are accidentally resurrected in Salem on Halloween night, and it is up to three kids and their newfound feline friend to put an end to the witches' reign of terror once…
25. A River Runs Through It (1992)

★ 7.0/10

The Maclean brothers, Paul and Norman, live a relatively idyllic life in rural Montana, spending much of their time fly fishing. The sons of a minister, the boys eventually part company when Norman moves east to attend…
26. A Goofy Movie (1995)

★ 7.0/10

An endearing modern-day story about how the lovable Goof bonds with his teenage son Max on a hilarious cross-country road trip. En route to the ol' fishing hole, they find themselves up to their floppy ears in…
27. Addams Family Values (1993)

★ 7.0/10

Siblings Wednesday and Pugsley Addams will stop at nothing to get rid of Pubert, the new baby boy adored by parents Gomez and Morticia. Things go from bad to worse when the new "black widow" nanny, Debbie Jellinsky…
28. The Lion King II: Simba's Pride (1998)

★ 6.9/10

The circle of life continues for Simba, now fully grown and in his rightful place as the king of Pride Rock. Simba and Nala have given birth to a daughter, Kiara who's as rebellious as her father was. But Kiara drives…
29. Pocahontas (1995)

★ 6.9/10

Pocahontas, daughter of a Native American tribe chief, falls in love with an English soldier as colonists invade 17th century Virginia.
30. White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf (1994)

★ 6.9/10

A boy and his dog, White Fang, must try to save the noble Haida tribe from evil white men in turn-of-the-century Alaska.
31. The Little Engine That Could (1991)

★ 6.9/10

Eric, a young boy, is excited about his birthday after reading a book and believes that a train will come for him, despite his sister Jill's disbelief.
32. The Witches (1990)

★ 6.9/10

A young boy named Luke and his grandmother go on vacation only to discover their hotel is hosting an international witch convention, where the Grand High Witch is unveiling her master plan to turn all children into…
33. The Paper Brigade (1996)

★ 6.9/10

A 14 year old boy named Gunther moves to a small town with his parents and little brother. He meets up with a group of overly charitable paper boys who want him to sub for their friend while he's out of town. Gunther…
34. Quest for Camelot (1998)

★ 6.8/10

During the times of King Arthur, Kayley is a brave girl who dreams of following her late father as a Knight of the Round Table. The evil Ruber wants to invade Camelot and take the throne of King Arthur, and Kayley has…
35. Miracle on 34th Street (1994)

★ 6.8/10

Six-year-old Susan Walker has doubts about childhood's most enduring miracle—Santa Claus. Her mother told her the secret about Santa a long time ago, but, after meeting a special department store Santa who's convinced…
36. Hook (1991)

★ 6.8/10

The boy who wasn't supposed to grow up—Peter Pan—does just that, becoming a soulless corporate lawyer whose workaholism could cost him his wife and kids. During his trip to see Granny Wendy in London, the vengeful…
37. Space Jam (1996)

★ 6.8/10

With their freedom on the line, the Looney Tunes seek the help of NBA superstar Michael Jordan to win a basketball game against a team of moronic aliens.
38. Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)

★ 6.8/10

Instead of flying to Florida with his folks, Kevin ends up alone in New York, where he gets a hotel room with his dad's credit card—despite problems from a clerk and meddling bellboy. But when Kevin runs into his old…
39. Black Beauty (1994)

★ 6.7/10

The fates of horses, and the people who own and command them, are revealed as Black Beauty narrates the circle of his life.
40. Iron Will (1994)

★ 6.7/10

When Will Stoneman's father dies, he is left alone to take care of his mother and their land. Needing money to maintain it, he decides to join a cross country dogsled race. This race will require days of racing for…
41. Sonic the Hedgehog: The Movie (1996)

★ 6.6/10

Sonic's arch nemesis Dr. Robotnik has been banished from the Land of Darkness by an evil Metal Robotnik. The devious doctor tells Sonic that the Robot Generator has been sabotaged and will blow Planet Freedom to…
42. The Swan Princess (1994)

★ 6.6/10

The beautiful princess Odette is transformed into a swan by an evil sorcerer's spell. Held captive at an enchanted lake, she befriends Jean-Bob the frog, Speed the turtle and Puffin the bird. Despite their struggle to…
43. The Santa Clause (1994)

★ 6.5/10

On Christmas Eve, divorced dad Scott Calvin and his son discover Santa Claus has fallen off their roof. When Scott takes the reins of the magical sleigh, he finds he is now the new Santa, and must convince a world of…
44. The Rocketeer (1991)

★ 6.5/10

A stunt pilot comes across a prototype jetpack that gives him the ability to fly. However, evil forces of the world also want this jetpack at any cost.
45. Last Action Hero (1993)

★ 6.5/10

After his father's death, a young boy finds solace in action movies featuring an indestructible cop. Given a magic ticket by a theater manager, he is transported into the film and teams up with the cop to stop a…
46. Bean (1997)

★ 6.5/10

Childlike Englishman, Mr. Bean, is an incompetent watchman at the Royal National Gallery. After the museum's board of directors' attempt to have him fired is blocked by the chairman, who has taken a liking to Bean…
47. It Takes Two (1995)

★ 6.5/10

Identical 9-year-olds from very different backgrounds: orphaned Amanda and wealthy Alyssa meet at summer camp and decide to switch places -- and play matchmaker between Alyssa's dad, Roger, and the kind social worker…
48. Seasons of the Heart (1993)

★ 6.5/10

Martha and Jed Richards live in Oregon in 1862. They and their two daughters moved there to make a new life, but the daughters died of cholera along the way. This has left Martha an emotional wreck, and she is unable…