{"id":14636,"date":"2022-11-29T21:21:49","date_gmt":"2022-11-29T15:51:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/?p=14636"},"modified":"2024-07-24T13:39:30","modified_gmt":"2024-07-24T08:09:30","slug":"best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Thanksgiving Movies for Kids to Watch This Holiday Season"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-a9b3dea1-66d9-43a8-90d8-9eb930e105fe\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\"\n                    data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\">\n                    <div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \"><ul><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#0-1-planes-trains-and-automobiles-1987->1. Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#1-2-a-charlie-brown-thanksgiving-1973->2. A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#2-3-a-winnie-the-pooh-thanksgiving-1998->3. A Winnie The Pooh Thanksgiving (1998)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#3-4-free-birds-2013->4. Free Birds (2013)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#4-5-a-looney-tunes-thanksgiving-2016->5. A Looney Tunes Thanksgiving (2016)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#5-6-paul-blart-mall-cop-2009->6. Paul Blart: Mall Cop (2009)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#6-7-garfield%E2%80%99s-thanksgiving-1989->7. Garfield\u2019s Thanksgiving (1989)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#7-8-home-alone-1990->8. Home Alone (1990)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#8-9-beethoven-1992->9. Beethoven (1992)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids\/#9-10-miracle-on-34th-street-1947->10. Miracle on 34th Street (1947)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As you take down your Halloween decorations and start prepping for the fast-approaching holiday season, it\u2019s time to begin thinking about turkeys, pies, grocery store crowds, and all the other hallmarks of Thanksgiving. It\u2019s easy to get carried away with the festivities, but Thanksgiving is all about the opportunity to appreciate and cherish precious moments with your family and friends.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"sllb-container\">\n    <!-- Left Part -->\n    <div class=\"sllb-left-part\">\n      <!-- Section 1 -->\n\t  <p class=\"sllb-h4\">Math & ELA | PreK To Grade 5<\/p>\n\n      <!-- Section 2 -->\n\t  \n      <p class=\"sllb-h2\">Kids see <span>fun<\/span>.<\/p>\n      <p class=\"sllb-h2\">You see real <span>learning outcomes<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n      <!-- Section 3 -->\n      <p>Watch your kids fall in love with math & reading through our scientifically designed curriculum.<\/p>\n\n      <!-- Section 4 -->\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/parents\/register\" class=\"sllb-cta-button sllb-cta1 sllb-blue\">Parents, try for free<\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/teachers\/register\" class=\"sllb-cta-button sllb-cta2 sllb-blue\">Teachers, use for free<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Right Part -->\n    <div class=\"sllb-right-part\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/web_ui\/assets\/images\/loggedout\/home\/mobile_image_banner-ada064cd2ffaa053213b.png\" alt=\"Banner Image\">\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for fun ways to spend Thanksgiving with your loved ones this year and are struggling to wade through all the holiday specials and thanksgiving shows for kids, we\u2019ve curated a list of movies that are perfect for this day of feasting and gratitude. Thanksgiving movies for kids are the perfect way to relax with your family after you\u2019ve polished off Thanksgiving dinner! There are plenty of tear-jerkers and feel-good romps to choose from when it comes to kids\u2019 Thanksgiving movies. So what are you waiting for?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"688\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season--1024x688.jpeg\" alt=\"A family of four shares a couch as they watch TV\" class=\"wp-image-14638\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season--1024x688.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season--300x202.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season--768x516.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season--1536x1032.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season--150x101.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season--696x468.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season--1068x718.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season--625x420.jpeg 625w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/amazing-thanksgiving-movies-for-kids-to-kick-off-the-holiday-season-.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Gather around the TV with your family and start streaming the best Thanksgiving movies for kids to sprinkle some extra laughter and nostalgia into Thanksgiving night this year! Whether you settle on a classic like <em>Home Alone<\/em>, or something a little more recent like <em>The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society<\/em>, you can\u2019t go wrong with any of these Thanksgiving movies for kids!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><b><i>Related Reading:<\/i><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-thanksgiving-activities-for-kids\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fun Thanksgiving Activities for Kids to Keep Them Busy<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-1-planes-trains-and-automobiles-1987-\">1. <strong>Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"676\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles-676x1024.png\" alt=\"Theatrical poster of the movie Planes, Trains and Automobiles\" class=\"wp-image-14639\" style=\"width:209px;height:308px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles-676x1024.png 676w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles-198x300.png 198w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles-768x1164.png 768w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles-1014x1536.png 1014w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles-150x227.png 150w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles-300x455.png 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles-696x1055.png 696w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles-277x420.png 277w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/planes-trains-and-automobiles.png 1056w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 676px) 100vw, 676px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alt: Theatrical poster of the movie <em>Planes, Trains and Automobiles<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0093748\/mediaviewer\/rm1855067136\/?ref_=tt_ov_i\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A true Thanksgiving classic,<em> Planes, Trains and Automobiles<\/em> probably isn\u2019t the first movie that you would picture when you think of Thanksgiving movies for kids. This 80s gem combines the once-in-a-lifetime travel tale of three close-knit buddies as they try their best to make it home in time for Thanksgiving.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some kids may recognize Steve Martin from his work in the <em>Pink Panther <\/em>live-action comedies as he plays Neal Page alongside Del Griffith. We don\u2019t want to give away too much, but if you\u2019re hoping to experience a moving story about goodwill, friendship, and family, it\u2019s hard to go wrong with <em>Planes, Trains and Automobiles<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 7.6\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.primevideo.com\/detail\/0S80157K8DBCA6T6327LY92C1H\/ref=atv_dl_rdr?tag=justwatch10-21\">Amazon Prime<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-2-a-charlie-brown-thanksgiving-1973-\">2. <strong>A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (1973<\/strong>)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you were asked to name a Thanksgiving film that you watched as a child, we\u2019re willing to bet that <em>A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving<\/em> is a name that\u2019s bound to crop up. And for good reason! Nothing ever goes right for poor Charlie Brown. But when it comes to kid-friendly Thanksgiving movies, <em>A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving<\/em> is perfect on all counts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An animated short that\u2019s only 30 minutes long, <em>A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving<\/em> is the perfect nostalgic trip for parents that should also satisfy new generations unfamiliar with its magic. So get your movie snacks ready as you introduce your kids to a Thanksgiving treasure from your childhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 7.7\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/tv.apple.com\/us\/movie\/a-charlie-brown-thanksgiving\/umc.cmc.7grdgbjdq3tiy37f4dc3yeyms?action=play\">Apple TV<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-3-a-winnie-the-pooh-thanksgiving-1998-\">3. <strong>A Winnie The Pooh Thanksgiving (1998)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re thinking about taking Thanksgiving to the Hundred Acre Woods with your family this year, why, you\u2019re bound to run into Pooh and all his friends! <em>A Winnie The Pooh Thanksgiving <\/em>invites you and your family to join Poo, Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Owl, Rabbit, and of course, Tigger, to join them for a potluck dinner to celebrate the magic of Thanksgiving.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many heartwarming Winnie the Pooh holiday specials that have been released over the years, <em>A Winnie The Pooh Thanksgiving<\/em> stands apart as an especially moving take on Thanksgiving dinners. Join this adorable band of misfits as they try to create a magical Thanksgiving day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 6.8\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Winnie-Pooh-Seasons-Brady-Bluhm\/dp\/B01434BKPC\">Amazon Prime<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-4-free-birds-2013-\">4. <strong>Free Birds (2013)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"692\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-692x1024.png\" alt=\"Theatrical poster of the movie Free Birds\" class=\"wp-image-14640\" style=\"width:245px;height:347px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-692x1024.png 692w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-203x300.png 203w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-768x1136.png 768w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-1039x1536.png 1039w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-150x222.png 150w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-300x444.png 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-696x1029.png 696w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-1068x1579.png 1068w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird-284x420.png 284w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/free-bird.png 1082w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 692px) 100vw, 692px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A movie about two turkeys that travel back in time to save other turkeys from the very first Thanksgiving and effectively destroy the tradition of Thanksgiving was certain to be an absolute riot! But don\u2019t take our word for it. If <em>Chicken Run <\/em>had a cousin, <em>Free Birds <\/em>would be it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Owen Wilson stars as Reggie in this irreverent animated comedy as a know-it-all gobbler who discovers a magic doorknob with his buddy Jake, played by Woody Harrelson. If you\u2019re looking for Thanksgiving movies for kids on Netflix, you can take your family on this time-traveling Thanksgiving adventure with Reggie and Jake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 5.8\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/title\/70270273\">Netflix<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-5-a-looney-tunes-thanksgiving-2016-\">5. <strong>A Looney Tunes Thanksgiving (2016)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eh\u2026what\u2019s up, Doc? Ring any bells? Kids today may be too young to recognize the precious world and characters of Looney Tunes. But it\u2019s never too late to revisit and introduce some of our most beloved iconic cartoon figures to this new generation. And what better way to do that than with <em>A Looney Tunes Thanksgiving<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Composed of two different Thanksgiving specials, the first one treats you to Bugs Bunny\u2019s Thanksgiving diet, while the second explores Daffy Duck\u2019s love for Thanksgiving. Perfect for all ages, when it comes to kid-friendly thanksgiving movies, don\u2019t forget to try <em>A Looney Tunes Thanksgiving<\/em> on this day of thanks. <em>That\u2019s all, folks!&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Amazon Reviews: 4.5\/5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Looney-Tunes-Thanksgiving-Mel-Blanc\/dp\/B081QP57T7\">Amazon Prime<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><b><i>Related Reading:<\/i><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/tell-your-kids-the-thanksgiving-story-this-november-2021\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How to Explain the Story of Thanksgiving to Kids<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-6-paul-blart-mall-cop-2009-\">6. <strong>Paul Blart: Mall Cop (2009)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nobody does family comedies quite like Kevin James. He stars as an ordinary mall security guard at a quiet mall, confronted with a hostage crisis. But what\u2019s this movie got to do with Thanksgiving, you ask?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, the hostage situation that Paul Blart has to confront takes place on Black Friday, the infamous shopping extravaganza that takes place the day after Thanksgiving! We expect kids to have a great time cheering on Paul Blart as he takes on a group of criminals with his trusty Segway and a clip-on speaker microphone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: PG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 5.2\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Looney-Tunes-Thanksgiving-Mel-Blanc\/dp\/B081QP57T7\">Amazon Prime<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-7-garfield%E2%80%99s-thanksgiving-1989-\">7. <strong>Garfield\u2019s Thanksgiving (1989)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to Thanksgiving movies for kids rated G, we\u2019d be hard-pressed to recommend anything before <em>Garfield\u2019s Thanksgiving<\/em>. Arguably one of the most recognizable cats in the world, Garfield has captured the imagination of generations. <em>Garfield\u2019s Thanksgiving<\/em> sees John fall for Garfield\u2019s veterinarian.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After putting Garfield on a diet, she invites them both over for Thanksgiving. You can probably guess how that diet ends for Garfield. If a quirky film centered around the exploits of a lazy household cat sounds like just the thing you need, then you can\u2019t do better than <em>Garfield\u2019s Thanksgiving<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 7.7\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Garfields-Thanksgiving-N\/dp\/B077Y4TCXS\">Amazon Prime<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-8-home-alone-1990-\">8. <strong>Home Alone (1990)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The quintessential holiday movie, <em>Home Alone<\/em> has become a tradition of sorts. Can you think of a better movie to watch with your kids to welcome the holiday season than one that involves a naughty eight-year-old boy who\u2019s forced to protect his house from a pair of burglars after he\u2019s accidentally left home alone by his family?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you were searching for Thanksgiving movies for kids on Disney Plus, <em>Home Alone <\/em>is worth checking out with your family! We wouldn\u2019t be surprised if your kids ask you to put on the sequel as soon as the credits start rolling!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: PG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 7.7\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: Disney Plus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-9-beethoven-1992-\">9. <strong>Beethoven (1992)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"694\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-694x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Theatrical poster of the 1992 movie Beethoven\" class=\"wp-image-14641\" style=\"width:246px;height:347px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-694x1024.jpg 694w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-203x300.jpg 203w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-768x1134.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-1041x1536.jpg 1041w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-150x221.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-300x443.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-696x1027.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-1068x1576.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven-285x420.jpg 285w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/beethoven.jpg 1084w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 694px) 100vw, 694px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like many of the titles we\u2019ve already mentioned, Beethoven, the affable St. Bernard from the 90s, may not be particularly recognizable to kids from this generation. But his fuzzy warmth and charm have a universal appeal that should make new viewers feel right at home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Named after the famous composer Ludwig Van Beethoven, <em>Beethoven<\/em> isn\u2019t exactly centered around Thanksgiving, but does feature a delightfully memorable scene that parents might recall seeing on TV. The scene sees Beethoven cause a bit of havoc at the dinner table on Thanksgiving night once the turkey makes an entrance. If you\u2019ve got a dog in the family, you can\u2019t go wrong with <em>Beethoven<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 5.7\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.primevideo.com\/dp\/amzn1.dv.gti.5eb8bacd-26e7-a65b-5461-3e8d5630f232?autoplay=0&amp;ref_=atv_cf_strg_wb\">Amazon Prime<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-10-miracle-on-34th-street-1947-\">10. <strong>Miracle on 34th Street (1947)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-christmas-movies-for-kids-to-binge-watch-this-merry-december\/\">famous Christmas movies<\/a> of all time, <em>Miracle on 34th Street<\/em> went on to win three Academy Awards, and watching this during the holiday season has become a Thanksgiving and Christmas tradition for many. If your kids haven\u2019t experienced a film in black-and-white before, well, you\u2019re in luck, because there\u2019s no better movie for them to start with than this beloved classic.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Miracle on 34th Street<\/em> begins on Thanksgiving morning at the famous Macy\u2019s Thanksgiving parade, when Susan, a young girl played by Natalie Walker, stumbles upon Santa. This encounter nudges the film to explore the existence of Santa Claus, an idea that should be especially gripping for Santa\u2019s younger fans.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 7.9\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotstar.com\/in\/movies\/miracle-on-34th-street\/1260027123\/watch?utm_source=gwa\">Disney Hotstar<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><b><i>Related Reading:<\/i><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/check-out-these-20-best-thanksgiving-games-for-the-whole-family\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Best Thanksgiving Games for the Whole Family<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-11-friendsgiving-2020-\">11. <strong>Friendsgiving (2020)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Friendsgiving, as the title suggests, is a unique take on the idea of Thanksgiving. Instead of revolving around a family Thanksgiving dinner, it involves a low-key holiday plan between two friends that takes a dramatic turn when more and more guests show up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the two likable leads don\u2019t experience the kind of Thanksgiving that most families expect to have, its message is clear. Family can mean different things to different people. If you\u2019re looking for Thanksgiving movies on Netflix for kids, this one\u2019s worth checking out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: R<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 4.4\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/title\/81019277\">Netflix<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-12-valley-of-the-lanterns-2018-\">12. <strong>Valley of the Lanterns (2018)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you on the hunt for free Thanksgiving movies for kids? We\u2019ve got you covered. Family Central\u2019s <em>Valley of the Lanterns<\/em> was released on YouTube in September this year! It\u2019s an animated family fantasy adventure with references to the holiday season, including Thanksgiving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set in the Middle Ages, this warm animated movie features cobbled streets, magical spells, stone castles, and a cast of affable, loving, and beautifully designed characters. If you\u2019re hoping to add a little magic to Thanksgiving this year, there\u2019s no better way than gathering around with your family to enter the <em>Valley of the Lanterns<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: U<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 4.8\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UTAvGzCK6ok\">YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-13-jim-henson%E2%80%99s-turkey-hollow-2015-\">13. <strong>Jim Henson\u2019s Turkey Hollow (2015)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not many movies can claim to have been made solely for Thanksgiving. In that regard, <em>Jim Henson\u2019s Turkey Hollow<\/em> may be one of the few that can. Narrated by Ludacris and Mary Steenburgen, this movie makes use of traditional animatronics to bring interesting new creatures to life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It follows the Emmerson family as they head to Turkey Hollow, a quaint town, to meet their Aunt Cly. With no Wi-Fi, the kids are bored out of their minds and decide to track down the howling hoodoo, an evasive monster that the locals think does not exist. With just the right hint of fantasy and mystery, this one\u2019s sure to please the kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: U<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 5.5\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Hensons-Turkey-Hollow-Henson-Company\/dp\/B01CFC3JEE\">Amazon Prime<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-14-holidate-2020-\">14. <strong>Holidate (2020)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"688\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-688x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Promotional poster of the Netflix movie Holidate\" class=\"wp-image-14642\" style=\"width:222px;height:330px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-688x1024.jpg 688w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-202x300.jpg 202w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-768x1143.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-1032x1536.jpg 1032w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-150x223.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-300x447.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-696x1036.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-1068x1590.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate-282x420.jpg 282w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/holidate.jpg 1075w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 688px) 100vw, 688px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Perfect for the holiday season, <em>Holidate<\/em> is about two strangers that agree to be each other\u2019s platonic plus-ones across family holidays. Emma Roberts and Lukey Bracey star as Sloane and Jackson in a movie where they\u2019re tired of their families poking their noses into their love lives and settle on this arrangement to keep them at bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re wondering whether their plan succeeds, don\u2019t miss this holiday gem to find out for yourself! It\u2019s certainly a departure from more traditional Thanksgiving classics, but doesn\u2019t compromise on the fun, provided you watch it with your family.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: PG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 6.1\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/in\/title\/81034553\">Netflix<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-15-what%E2%80%99s-cooking-2000-\">15. <strong>What\u2019s Cooking? (2000)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s another Thanksgiving movie for kids that you can enjoy without subscribing to any streaming platforms! <em>What\u2019s Cooking?<\/em> follows four American families as they gather together for Thanksgiving dinner. The four families are of Latino, Vietnamese, African, and Jewish descent, and demonstrate how each of them celebrate this festival.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The movie conveys the power of love to unite while offering an inclusive look into a festival that unites Americans. Follow these families through their ups and downs as they get ready for Thanksgiving. We don\u2019t want to give you any spoilers, so if you want to find out what\u2019s cooking, remember to stream this old gem with your family this Thanksgiving!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: PG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 6.9\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pMbliznlWrg\">YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><b><i>Related Reading:<\/i><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/10-fun-unique-thanksgiving-crafts-for-your-kids\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fun &amp; Unique Thanksgiving Crafts For Your Kids<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-16-an-old-fashioned-thanksgiving-2008-\">16. <strong>An Old Fashioned Thanksgiving (2008)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A sweet story about family, forgiveness and the true meaning of Thanksgiving, <em>An Old Fashioned Thanksgiving<\/em>,<em> <\/em>based on Louisa May Alcott\u2019s short story of the same title,<em> <\/em>is all heart and warmth. The movie rightfully has its place among heartwarming classics and holiday favorites. And who knows, it may just inspire you to go on the hunt for a recipe of Alcott\u2019s famous Apple Slump.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t be surprised if <em>An Old Fashioned Thanksgiving<\/em> becomes the family choice for the Thanksgivings yet to come!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: Not Rated<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 6.5\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zQ45zKr8R5s\">YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-17-pocahontas-1995-\">17. <strong>Pocahontas (1995)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Is there ever a time that an animated musical isn\u2019t welcome during family time? Not that we know of! <em>Pocahontas<\/em> has the added benefit of being a thoughtful and informative look at the lives of the native American peoples and the arrival of the European settlers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weaving a beautiful tale of courage, adventure, and friendship with all the \u201cColors of the Wind,\u201d <em>Pocahontas<\/em> promises to be one of the best, fun-filled Thanksgiving movies for kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MPA Film Rating: G<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMDB Score: 6.7\/10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to Stream It: Disney Plus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-\"><strong>Grab the Popcorn and Get Watching!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-1024x684.jpeg\" alt=\"A family of four smiles as they share a couch and watch TV\" class=\"wp-image-14643\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-1024x684.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-696x465.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-1068x713.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching-629x420.jpeg 629w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/grab-the-popcorn-and-get-watching.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many great Thanksgiving films for kids to choose from this holiday season, which ones are you going to enjoy with your family? Regardless of which films you settle on, we expect this Thanksgiving to bring the warmth and comfort that comes with gathering around the TV to enjoy movies and shows with your loved ones!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">educational resources<\/a> for children online that can enhance their learning and help them become smarter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-frequently-asked-questions-faqs-\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Are there any films that we can enjoy this Thanksgiving which are free to stream?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Of course! If you don\u2019t have access to a streaming service this Thanksgiving, worry not! You can check out <em>Valley of the Lanterns<\/em> and <em>What\u2019s Cooking?<\/em> on YouTube, and enjoy it with your family this Thanksgiving! You can browse the channels that have put up these films on YouTube to find other free movies to enjoy with your family this Thanksgiving!<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Are these movies suitable for kids to watch on their own?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Yes! All the movies listed here are suitable for kids to experience. However, do make sure you look at the provided MPA film rating, as some of these movies do require parental supervision for kids who are below the ages of 13 and 17!<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Are there any films that we can enjoy this Thanksgiving which are free to stream?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Of course! If you don\u2019t have access to a streaming service this Thanksgiving, worry not! You can check out <em>Valley of the Lanterns<\/em> and <em>What\u2019s Cooking?<\/em> on YouTube, and enjoy it with your family this Thanksgiving! 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