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After a big Thanksgiving feast that warrants stretchy pants and antacids for all, there’s only one sensible thing to do: plop on the couch and watch a movie, duh! With the whole family gathered for the holiday, you’ll want to pick something family friendly and on theme for Turkey Day. Of course, there are a million movies out about Christmas and Halloween, but poor Thanksgiving seems to be neglected more often than not. However, there are a few great kids movies for Thanksgiving that are totally worth watching! Even better, most of them are available to stream on Disney Plus or Amazon.
Some of these films are specifically for Thanksgiving like A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, Garfield’s Thanksgiving or Free Birds, while others just fit the broader themes of the holiday. Movies like Little Women and Matilda are great options to remind of what to be thankful for this holiday season. Whatever you may choose (Thanksgiving related or not), the important thing is spending quality time with family, counting your blessings and maybe even getting a jump on decorating the tree for Christmas. Happy Thanksgiving you turkeys! Now let the countdown to Christmas begin...
While it's one of the best Thanksgiving movies for kids, people of all ages absolutely adore this animated pick. Thanks to a last-minute invite from Peppermint Patty, Charlie Brown and the gang attempt to throw together a Thanksgiving dinner. This year, the movie will be available for free on AppleTV+ November 23 through November 27.
The charming remake of the 1940s The Shop Around the Corner spans all seasons—including fall—and features a memorable Thanksgiving scene. Plus, who doesn't love a Tom Hanks-Meg Ryan matchup?
Treasure hunter Benjamin Gates (played by Nicolas Cage) is on a mission to steal the Declaration of Independence to protect a legendary treasure from getting into the wrong hands.
In the mood for a double feature? Watch National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets, also available on Disney Plus.
Nothing says "Thanksgiving" quite like a classic football movie. Rudy's inspirational story will resonate with everyone in your family, and the chilly fall setting will fit your November mood.
This story from Roald Dahl is sure to entertain the whole family. You'll all be rooting for Matilda, the little girl with big powers who outsmarts everyone in her world.
This movie is a must-see for any sports-loving family. Set in Hickory, Indiana, where folks take high school basketball very seriously, a new coach faces many challenges from the townspeople and the team on the road to the state championship.
Adults and kids alike will delight in the entire Toy Story collection of movies (four in all) available on Disney Plus. All your favorite characters—Woody, Buzz, and more—welcome new friends like Forky to the latest set of adventures.
This classic '80s film doesn't have a Thanksgiving theme, but it's sure to become a family favorite any time of the year. Get ready for a roller coaster of emotions—laughter, sadness, and everything in between—as the universe's most lovable alien steals your heart.
After the kids are tucked in, watch Julia Roberts embark on a journey of her own to India, Italy, and Bali. This film is truly a feast for the eyes and soul.
The family, friends, and feasting in this animated film make it the perfect flick to watch post-pie. Bonus: Taking in director Wes Anderson's signature autumnal color palette is the best way to wave goodbye to fall.
Never worry that your relatives are the only ones who find themselves at odds with each other during the holidays. This funny (and all-too-relatable) movie follows the stories of several families at Thanksgiving.
Steve Carrell's part as a widower in this fall-set dramedy will resonate with every dad out there and remind the whole family how important it is to stick together.
The hilarious Tiffany Haddish and The Mindy Project’s Ike Barinholtz do their best to survive the holidays with a family who doesn’t share their opinions about a political oath they're supposed to sign by Thanksgiving.
