Family Musical Movies: Singing, Dancing, Bonding Time!
Musical movies make family movie nights magic
We love how these movies combine great music with great stories. Family friendly musicals are a fun way to bond, sing along and make memories together.
From children on stage show to Disney animations to Broadway shows, there’s a musical for every family.
Kids and adults will love the catchy music man the numbers and colourful characters. These movies often teach children many lessons about friendship, love and following your dreams.
Here are some family musical movies that will be a hit.
Whether you’re in the mood for a classic or a new release we’ve got you covered.
Pop some popcorn, gather the family and press play on a musical!
Quick Facts
Musical movies are a fun way for families to bond and make memories
There’s a family musical for every taste and age
Singing and dancing along to musicals will boost mood and creativity in kids and adults
What’s a Great Family Musical Movie?
Great family musicals combine great songs, fun stories and lovable characters. They get everyone singing and dancing.
The Disney Magic
Disney knows how to make family musicals!
We love the classics like “The Lion King” and “Beauty and the Beast”. We can’t get those songs out of our heads.
“Frozen” was a global phenomenon. Who didn’t sing “Let It Go” at least once?
And “Aladdin” – we still wish we had a friend like Genie!
Disney musicals have:
Unforgettable songs
Colourful characters
Heartwarming stories
These seven children only movies make us laugh, cry and want to watch them again and again. They’re perfect for movie nights with the kids.
Classic Charm: Timeless Musical Movies
Some musicals never get old. “The Sound of Music” is one we can watch over and over. Those hills are always alive with music!
“Mary Poppins” is practically perfect in every way. Who doesn’t want a magical nanny?
These older movies have a special charm that newer ones can’t always match.
What makes classic musicals great:
Catchy songs
Clean stories
Characters we love
They may be a little shop old but the best part? Our kids love them just as much as we do!
Modern Hits: Recent Family Faves
New musicals are hitting the mark too! “The Greatest Showman” had us all dreaming big. The songs are total earworms.
“Enchanted” brought fairy tale magic to the real world. It was sweet, funny and had us smiling from ear to ear.
Why we love new musicals:
New spins on old stories
Earworm soundtracks we can’t get out of our heads
Messages for today’s families
These newer musical movies for families are proving the whole musical theater magic is still alive. They’re making memories for a whole new generation of families.
Family Movie Night Playlist
We’ve got an epic list of musical movies to get everyone singing! From cartoon classics to live-action faves, check out our picks for your next family movie night.
Cartoon Classics That Never Get Old
Who doesn’t love a cartoon musical? The Little Mermaid is a must watch with its great songs and colourful underwater world. We can’t get enough of the beauty of Ariel’s voice!
And let’s not forget Shrek! This big green ogre and his fairytale friends will have you laughing and tapping your feet. The soundtrack is a total blast from the past.
For old and new, try “Coco” or “Moana”. These newer movies have heart, humour and songs that’ll be stuck in your head for days.
Live-Action Faves for the Whole Family
Nothing beats the classics! The Wizard of Oz is a classic film. We’re totally here for Dorothy’s ruby slippers and those flying monkeys!
For a spoonful of sugar, Mary Poppins Returns brings the magic back with new songs and adventures. It’s practically perfect in every way!
And don’t forget Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. This wacky tale of funny girl beauty and the beast in a flying car will have everyone’s imagination soaring. The candy man scene is still our fave!
When the Sofa Sings: Musicals for Kids
Who doesn’t love a good sing-along movie night? We’ve got some awesome musical picks to get the whole family singing and tapping their feet. Get ready for a living room concert!
Fairy Tales Turned Musical Hits
Let’s start with some magical classics! Cinderella is a must watch. This classic gets even better with great songs and dance numbers. We’re humming “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo” for days after watching!
Next up, Peter Pan takes us on a musical journey to Neverland. The kids will be flying high (figuratively, of course) with “You Can Fly!” It’s the perfect mix of fantasy and foot tapping tunes.
Don’t forget Matilda! This clever little girl’s life story comes to life with weird and wonderful songs that’ll be stuck in your head. “When I Grow Up” is our fave – so relatable!
Songs to Get You Moving
Annie is a total crowd pleaser. We bet you’ll be humming “Tomorrow” while doing the dishes. You can’t help but smile when little Annie sings her big numbers.
For a bit of old school charm, Newsies is our number one. This underdog story about paperboys in New York City has some great numbers. “Seize the Day” might just become your new family motto!
Looking for something more new? We’re loving the new family friendly musicals that have come out recently. They’ve got fresh takes on old stories, diverse casts and songs that’ll be stuck in your head for weeks (in a good way).
Classics in the Spotlight: Vintage Musicals
We love classic movie musicals too! These oldies but goodies have been charming families for generations with their great songs and dance numbers. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and look at some of the best vintage musicals for family movie night.
From Stage to Screen: Classic Adaptations
“Broadway musical hits that made it to the big screen are a goldmine for family viewing. The King and I is a total treat with its beautiful costumes and iconic songs. My Fair Lady charms us with its Cockney flower girl turned lady. And who can resist Oklahoma! with its wide open spaces and cowboy romance?
These bring the magic and sound of music from the stage to our living rooms. They’re a great way to introduce younger kids to musicals. And we can’t help but sing along to those great songs!
The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals
The 50s and 60s were the golden age of movie musicals. Singin’ in the Rain is a total delight with its big dance numbers and funny take on the transition to talkies. Seven Brides for Seven Brothers is amazing with its acrobatic dancing and bright costumes.
For holiday fun, you can’t beat White Christmas. And who doesn’t love Grease? It’s the ultimate high school musical that gets us tapping our toes every time.
Broadway in Your Living Room: Musicals With Pizzazz
Get ready to bring Broadway into your family room! We’ve got some great animated musicals and movies that’ll make you feel like you’re in the front row.
The Essence of Musical Theater Onscreen
We don’t need to leave the house to see the best of Broadway?
Let’s begin with a classic – The Phantom of the Opera. This spooky romantic tale will have everyone singing along.
For something more whimsical, we turn to the film Into the Woods.
It’s got fairy tale characters and great songs that’ll be stuck in your head for weeks.
And don’t forget to watch Oliver! This charming story of an orphan boy in London is a great intro to musicals for young kids.
The songs are so catchy you might find yourself singing them while doing the dishes!
Get Lost in the Story: Narrative Musicals
We love musicals that tell a good story don’t you? Family-friendly Broadway hits like The Lion King are perfect for movie night.
The music is great and the plot is engaging.
Another favorite is The Sound of Music. It’s got adventure, romance and songs we can’t help but sing along to. And it’s based on a true story which makes it even better!
For something more recent try The Greatest Showman.
It’s got catchy tunes and a message about following your own kids’ dreams that’ll inspire the whole family.
