Movie Moms

Everyone and their mother will love this list of of movies with memorable "cine-mamas." Whether offering kids a hug, a shoulder to cry on, or an important lesson about growing up, there are few characters as compelling as a good movie mom. Mothers come in all shapes and sizes -- animal moms, single moms, superhero moms, stepmoms, adoptive moms, and every other type of mom you can think of -- and this list includes some of our favorites. Watch one of these heartwarming movies on Mother's Day or for your next family movie night. For more parent-kid bonding, try our Best Father-Daughter Movies and TV Moms We Love lists.

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Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Tiger Family Trip Poster Image
MOVIE

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Tiger Family Trip

age 3+

More kid-friendly entertainment from inquisitive tiger cub.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2017)
Migration Movie Poster: A mallard holding two smaller ducks and a chipmunk stands in a sea of yellow rubber ducky toys.
MOVIE

Migration

age 6+

Funny animated adventure is just ducky; some peril, threats.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2023)
The Sound of Music Movie Poster: Maria stands in a meadow, her arms outstretched, and the children behind her
MOVIE

The Sound of Music

age 6+

Outstanding family classic has glorious music.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 1965)
The Incredibles Poster Image
MOVIE

The Incredibles

age 7+

Top-notch, action-packed fun for the entire family.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2004)
Onward Poster Image
MOVIE

Onward

age 7+

Original, heartfelt sibling adventure about love and loss.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2020)
The Parent Trap Poster Image
MOVIE

The Parent Trap

age 6+

Delightful remake is great for the whole family.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 1999)
Spy Kids Poster Image
MOVIE

Spy Kids

age 7+

Just the right combination of fantasy and comedy.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2001)
Akeelah and the Bee Movie Poster: Akeelah stands at a microphone in a pink shirt, with various other characters' faces above her
MOVIE

Akeelah and the Bee

age 8+

Inspiring drama about a young spelling champ has swearing.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2006)
Brave Poster Image
MOVIE

Brave

age 8+

Mother-daughter princess tale has some very scary scenes.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2012)
Dora and the Lost City of Gold Poster Image
MOVIE

Dora and the Lost City of Gold

age 8+

Quirky, aged-up adventure has positive messages.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2019)
Freaky Friday Poster Image
MOVIE

Freaky Friday

age 8+

Mother-daughter switch is fun comedic chaos.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2003)
Incredibles 2 Poster Image
MOVIE

Incredibles 2

age 8+

Terrific, action-packed superhero sequel was worth the wait.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2018)
The Princess Diaries Poster Image
MOVIE

The Princess Diaries

age 8+

Sweet tale about growing up is terrific fun for families.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2001)
Where the Wild Things Are Poster Image
MOVIE

Where the Wild Things Are

age 9+

Sometimes-dark adaptation focuses on friendship, loneliness.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2009)
Yes Day Poster Image
MOVIE

Yes Day

age 8+

Book-based family comedy mixes silly fun, positive messages.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2021)
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Movie Poster Image: Miles Morales as Spider-Man
MOVIE

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

age 9+

Excellent, intense adventure has thrills, humor, heart.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2018)
Chicken for Linda! Movie Poster: Linda sits, while her shocked mother, Paulette, stares at a flying chicken
MOVIE

Chicken for Linda!

age 10+

Offbeat animated comedy has language, intense moments.

In Theaters (Release Year: 2024)
Little Women (2019) Poster Image
MOVIE

Little Women (2019)

age 10+

Poignant, beautifully made take on beloved sisterhood tale.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2019)
Wonder Movie Poster: Auggie stands against a blue background holding astronaut's helmet, which is the O in the title "Wonder"
MOVIE

Wonder

age 10+

Earnest, emotional book adaptation has strong messages.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2017)
Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret: Movie Poster: Margaret (Abby Ryder Fortson) stands underneath the movie's title
MOVIE

Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret

age 11+

Faithful Blume adaptation explores puberty and religion.

On DVD/Streaming (Release Year: 2023)