50+ Movies for Your Church Movie Night
Planning a church movie night can be a challenge as you try to navigate what movies are the best for the kids. You want movies that are engaging, funny, and appropriate for everyone to watch.
51 Movies for Church Movie Night
Here are 51 great movies for your next church movie night:
1. Lady and the Tramp (1955)
Rated G | 1:16
“The romantic tale of a sheltered uptown Cocker Spaniel dog and a streetwise downtown Mutt.” (IMDB)
2. Mary Poppins (1964)
Rated G | 2:19
“In turn-of-the-century London, a magical nanny employs music and adventure to help two neglected children become closer to their father.” (IMDB)
3. The Jungle Book (1967)
Rated G | 1:18
“Bagheera the Panther and Baloo the Bear have a difficult time trying to convince a boy to leave the jungle for human civilization.” (IMDB)
4. The Aristocats (1970)
Rated G | 1:18
“With the help of a smooth-talking tomcat, a family of Parisian felines set to inherit a fortune from their owner tries to make it back home after a jealous butler kidnaps them and leaves them in the country.” (IMDB)
5. The Princess Bride (1987)
Rated PG | 1:38
“While home sick in bed, a young boy's grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies, and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love.” (IMDB)
6. Hook (1991)
Rated PG | 2:22
“When Captain James Hook kidnaps his children, an adult Peter Pan must return to Neverland and reclaim his youthful spirit in order to challenge his old enemy.” (IMDB)
7. Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993)
Rated G | 1:24
“A fun-loving American bulldog pup, a hilarious Himalayan cat, and a wise old golden retriever embark on a long trek through the rugged wilderness of the Sierra Nevada mountains in a quest to reach home and their beloved owners.” (IMDB)
8. The Lion King (1994)
Rated G | 1:28
“Lion prince Simba and his father are targeted by his bitter uncle, who wants to ascend the throne himself.” (IMDB)
9. Toy Story (1995)
Rated G | 1:21
“A cowboy doll is profoundly threatened and jealous when a new spaceman action figure supplants him as top toy in a boy's bedroom.” (IMDB)
10. Balto (1995)
Rated G | 1:18
“An outcast Husky risks his life with other sled dogs to prevent a deadly epidemic from ravaging Nome, Alaska.” (IMDB)
11. Space Jam (1996)
Rated PG | 1:28
“In a desperate attempt to win a basketball match and earn their freedom, the Looney Tunes seek the aid of retired basketball champion, Michael Jordan.” (IMDB)
12. Flubber (1997)
Rated PG | 1:33
“An absent-minded professor discovers 'flubber,' a rubber-like super-bouncy substance.” (IMDB)
13. Prince of Egypt (1998)
Rated PG | 1:39
“Egyptian Prince Moses learns of his identity as a Hebrew and his destiny to become the chosen deliverer of his people.” (IMDB)
14. The Iron Giant (1999)
Rated PG | 1:26
“A young boy befriends a giant robot from outer space that a paranoid government agent wants to destroy.” (IMDB)
15. Stuart Little (1999)
Rated PG | 1:24
“The Little family adopt a charming young mouse named Stuart, but the family cat wants to be rid of him.” (IMDB)
16. Chicken Run (2000)
Rated G | 1:24
“When a cockerel apparently flies into a chicken farm, the chickens see him as an opportunity to escape their evil owners.” (IMDB)
17. The Emperor’s New Groove (2000)
Rated G | 1:18
“Emperor Kuzco is turned into a llama by his ex-administrator Yzma, and must now regain his throne with the help of Pacha, the gentle llama herder.” (IMDB)
18. Monsters, Inc. (2001)
Rated G | 1:32
“In order to power the city, monsters have to scare children so that they scream. However, the children are toxic to the monsters, and after a child gets through, two monsters realize things may not be what they think.” (IMDB)
19. Extremedays (2001)
Rated PG | 1:33
“As four lifelong friends, Will, Bryan, Matt, and Corey, are on the road trip they've been planning their whole lives, Corey's beloved grandfather unexpectedly dies. When going to claim Corey's inheritance, the gang meets Matt's beautiful cousin Jessie and embarks on a hilarious, extreme sports-filled adventure.” (IMDB)
20. Ice Age (2002)
Rated PG | 1:21
“The story revolves around sub-zero heroes: a woolly mammoth, a saber-toothed tiger, a sloth, and a prehistoric combination of a squirrel and rat, known as Scrat.” (IMDB)
21. Lilo & Stitch (2002)
Rated PG | 1:25
“A young and parentless girl adopts a 'dog' from the local pound, completely unaware that it's supposedly a dangerous scientific experiment that's taken refuge on Earth and is now hiding from its creator and those who see it as a menace.” (IMDB)
22. Finding Nemo (2003)
Rated G | 1:40
“After his son is captured in the Great Barrier Reef and taken to Sydney, a timid clownfish sets out on a journey to bring him home.” (IMDB)
23. The Incredibles (2004)
Rated PG | 1:55
“While trying to lead a quiet suburban life, a family of undercover superheroes are forced into action to save the world.” (IMDB)
24. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)
Rated PG | 1:55
“A young boy wins a tour through the most magnificent chocolate factory in the world, led by the world's most unusual candy maker.” (IMDB)
25. Chicken Little (2005)
Rated G | 1:21
“After ruining his reputation with the town, a courageous chicken must come to the rescue of his fellow citizens when aliens start an invasion.” (IMDB)
26. Nacho Libre (2006)
Rated PG | 1:32
“Berated all his life by those around him, a monk follows his dream and dons a mask to moonlight as a Luchador (Mexican wrestler).” (IMDB)
27. Cars (2006)
Rated G | 1:56
“A hot-shot race-car named Lightning McQueen gets waylaid in Radiator Springs, where he finds the true meaning of friendship and family.” (IMDB)
28. Ratatouille (2007)
Rated G | 1:51
“A rat who can cook makes an unusual alliance with a young kitchen worker at a famous Paris restaurant.” (IMDB)
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29. Horton Hears a Who (2008)
Rated G | 1:26
“Horton the Elephant struggles to protect a microscopic community from his neighbors who refuse to believe it exists.” (IMDB)
30. Up (2009)
Rated PG | 1:36
“78-year-old Carl Fredricksen travels to Paradise Falls in his house equipped with balloons, inadvertently taking a young stowaway.” (IMDB)
31. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)
Rated PG | 1:30
“A local scientist is often regarded as a failure until he invents a machine that can make food fall from the sky. But little does he know, that things are about to take a turn for the worst.” (IMDB)
32. The Karate Kid (2010)
Rated PG | 2:20
“Work causes a single mother to move to China with her young son; in his new home, the boy embraces kung fu, taught to him by a master.” (IMDB)
33. Despicable Me (2010)
Rated PG | 1:35
“When a criminal mastermind uses a trio of orphan girls as pawns for a grand scheme, he finds their love is profoundly changing him for the better.” (IMDB)
34. Megamind (2010)
Rated PG | 1:35
“Evil genius Megamind finally defeats his do-gooder nemesis, Metro Man, but is left without a purpose in a superhero-free world.” (IMDB)
35. Rio (2011)
Rated G | 1:36
“When Blu, a domesticated macaw from small-town Minnesota, meets the fiercely independent Jewel, he takes off on an adventure to Rio de Janeiro with the bird of his dreams.” (IMDB)
36. Monsters University (2013)
Rated G | 1:44
“A look at the relationship between Mike Wazowski (Billy Crystal) and James P. "Sully" Sullivan (John Goodman) during their days at Monsters University, when they weren't necessarily the best of friends.” (IMDB)
37. Paddington (2014)
Rated PG | 1:35
“A young Peruvian bear travels to London in search of a home. Finding himself lost and alone at Paddington Station, he meets the kindly Brown family, who offer him a temporary haven.” (IMDB)
38. The Lego Movie (2014)
Rated PG | 1:40
“An ordinary LEGO construction worker, thought to be prophesied as "special", is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil tyrant from gluing the LEGO universe into eternal stasis.” (IMDB)
39. Big Hero 6 (2014)
Rated PG | 1:42
“A special bond develops between plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who together team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes.” (IMDB)
40. Inside Out (2015)
Rated PG | 1:35
“After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness - conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house, and school.” (IMDB)
41. Home (2015)
Rated PG | 1:34
“An alien on the run from his own people makes friends with a girl. He tries to help her on her quest, but can be an interference.” (IMDB)
42. Sing (2016)
Rated PG | 1:48
“In a city of humanoid animals, a hustling theater impresario's attempt to save his theater with a singing competition becomes grander than he anticipated, even as its finalists find that their lives will never be the same.” (IMDB)
43. Zootopia (2016)
Rated PG | 1:48
“In a city of anthropomorphic animals, a rookie bunny cop and a cynical con artist fox must work together to uncover a conspiracy.” (IMDB)
44. Storks (2016)
Rated PG | 1:27
“Storks have moved on from delivering babies to packages. But when an order for a baby appears, the best delivery stork must scramble to fix the error by delivering the baby.” (IMDB)
45. Ferdinand (2017)
Rated PG | 1:48
“After Ferdinand - a bull with a big heart - is mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure.” (IMDB)
46. The Boss Baby (2017)
Rated PG | 1:37
“A suit-wearing, briefcase-carrying baby pairs up with his 7-year-old brother to stop the dastardly plot of the CEO of Puppy Co.” (IMDB)
47. The Star (2017)
Rated PG | 1:26
"A small but brave donkey and his animal friends become the unsung heroes of the first Christmas." (IMDB)
48. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
Rated PG | 1:57
“Teen Miles Morales becomes the Spider-Man of his universe, and must join with five spider-powered individuals from other dimensions to stop a threat to all realities.” (IMDB)
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49. Christopher Robin (2018)
Rated PG | 1:44
“A working-class family man, Christopher Robin, encounters his childhood friend Winnie-the-Pooh, who helps him to rediscover the joys of life.” (IMDB)
50. Klaus (2019)
Rated PG | 1:36
“A simple act of kindness always sparks another, even in a frozen, faraway place. When Smeerensburg's new postman, Jesper, befriends toymaker Klaus, their gifts melt an age-old feud and deliver a sleigh full of holiday traditions.” (IMDB)
51. Vivo (2021)
Rated PG | 1:35
“Vivo, Sony Pictures Animation's first-ever musical adventure featuring all-new original songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, will take audiences on an epic adventure to gorgeous and vibrant locations never before seen in animation.” (IMDB)
Make Your Next Church Movie Night a Blockbuster!
Curate a memorable church movie night with this engaging, family-friendly selection. From classics like Mary Poppins and The Lion King to more recent favorites like Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, these entertaining films will foster joy, laughter, and community, leaving everyone excited for the next screening!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I legally show a movie at church?
Be sure to obtain a public performance license, such as through CVLI (Church Video License) or MPLC (Motion Picture Licensing Corporation), which covers many studios. Remember, streaming services do not automatically grant public rights, so avoid using personal Netflix, Disney+, or similar accounts for group showings.
Always verify that the specific movie and studio are covered under your license, as not all films are included.
Can we turn our movie night into an outreach event?
Yes! Encourage church members to invite neighbors, friends, and unchurched families, framing the event as a fun, no-pressure community gathering. Include welcome bags, friendly greeters, and a short family-friendly introduction that reflects your church’s values. Offer follow-up opportunities such as invitations to upcoming events, kids' programs, or Sunday services with takeaway materials or QR codes.
What accessibility considerations should we take into account (e.g., subtitles, sensory needs)?
Enable subtitles or closed captioning to support those who are hard of hearing or for children who benefit from reading along. Provide a sensory-friendly experience by lowering volume, keeping lights partially on, and creating a calm-down zone for kids with sensory sensitivities. Finally, Ensure wheelchair accessibility and clear pathways, with seating options for families with special needs.
Should I show a short devotional or message before or after the movie?
Yes, but keep it brief and engaging—a 3-5 minute story, verse, or question related to the movie’s themes is often most effective. Make sure to connect the film’s message to a biblical truth in a way that’s accessible to both kids and unchurched guests. Consider placing the message after the movie, when kids are more settled and the story's lessons are fresh for reflection.
