Kid & Teen Friendly Movies to Watch In 2024
We always look forward to watching the latest movies at the cinema and 2024 is a great year with awesome movies for kids, teens and adults!
Checkout our list of current and upcoming movies for 2024 with release dates, ratings and more. And keep checking regularly as we keep adding more!
WONKA
Synopsis: Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most iconic children’s book and one of the best-selling children’s books of all time, “Wonka” tells the wondrous story of how the world’s greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today. From Paul King, writer/director of the “Paddington” films, David Heyman, producer of “Harry Potter,” “Gravity,” “Fantastic Beasts” and “Paddington,” and producers Alexandra Derbyshire (the “Paddington” films, “Jurassic World: Dominion”) and Luke Kelly (“Roald Dahl’s The Witches”), comes an intoxicating mix of magic and music, mayhem and emotion, all told with fabulous heart and humor. Starring Timothée Chalamet in the title role, this irresistibly vivid and inventive big screen spectacle will introduce audiences to a young Willy Wonka, chock-full of ideas and determined to change the world one delectable bite at a time—proving that the best things in life begin with a dream, and if you’re lucky enough to meet Willy Wonka, anything is possible.
Release Date: 14th December 2023.
Rating: PG (Mild themes and violence, some scenes may scare young children). Recommended for kids 9 years+, teens and adults.
Duration: 116 minutes.
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MIGRATION
Synopsis: This holiday season, Illumination, creators of the blockbuster Minions, Despicable Me, Sing and The Secret Life of Pets comedies, invites you to take flight into the thrill of the unknown with a funny, feathered family vacation like no other in the action-packed new original comedy, Migration. The Mallard family is in a bit of rut. While dad Mack is content to keep his family safe paddling around their New England pond forever, mom Pam is eager to shake things up and show their kids—teen son Dax and duckling daughter Gwen—the whole wide world. After a migrating duck family alights on their pond with thrilling tales of far-flung places, Pam persuades Mack to embark on a family trip, via New York City, to tropical Jamaica. As the Mallards make their way South for the winter, their well-laid plans quickly go awry. The experience will inspire them to expand their horizons, open themselves up to new friends and accomplish more than they ever thought possible, while teaching them more about each other—and themselves—than they ever imagined.
Release Date: 26th December 2023.
Rating: G (Very mild themes, some scenes may scare very young children). Recommended for kids 6 years+, teens and adults.
Duration: 91 minutes.
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MEAN GIRLS
Synopsis: From the comedic mind of Tina Fey comes a new twist on the modern classic, Mean Girls. New student Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) is welcomed into the top of the social food chain by the elite group of popular girls called “The Plastics,” ruled by the conniving queen bee Regina George (Reneé Rapp) and her minions Gretchen (Bebe Wood) and Karen (Avantika). However, when Cady makes the major misstep of falling for Regina’s ex-boyfriend Aaron Samuels (Christopher Briney), she finds herself prey in Regina’s crosshairs. As Cady sets to take down the group’s apex predator with the help of her outcast friends Janis (Auli’i Cravalho) and Damian (Jaquel Spivey), she must learn how to stay true to herself while navigating the most cutthroat jungle of all: high school.
Release Date: 11th January 2024.
Rating: PG (Mild themes, sexual references and coarse language). Recommended for teens 14 years+ and adults.
Duration: 112 minutes.
Note: This 2024 version introduces the damaging side of social media.
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DUNE: PART TWO
Synopsis: The saga continues as award-winning filmmaker Denis Villeneuve embarks on “Dune: Part Two,” the next chapter of Frank Herbert’s celebrated novel Dune, with an expanded all-star international ensemble cast. The film, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, is the highly anticipated follow-up to 2021’s six-time Academy Award-winning “Dune.”
Release Date: 29th February 2024
Rating: M (Violence, science fiction themes, a sex scene and coarse language). Recommended for teens 16 years+ and adults.
Duration: 166 minutes
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GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE
Synopsis: Frozen Empire sees the Spengler family and the original team back at the iconic NYC firehouse, unveiling a cutting-edge lab to kick ghost-busting up a notch. However, when an ancient artifact triggers an icy apocalypse, old and new Ghostbusters must stand together to save their beloved city and the world from a chilling fate.
Release Date: 21st March 2024
Rating: PG (Mild supernatural themes, sexual references and coarse language, some scenes may scare young children). Recommended for teens 16 years+ and adults.
Duration: 115 minutes
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GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE
Synopsis: Dive into the next thrilling chapter of the Monsterverse saga as the epic battle continues in 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire'! Legendary Pictures unveils the latest installment, where the almighty Kong and the fearsome Godzilla confront a colossal, undiscovered threat that challenges their very existence and ours. Join the action-packed adventure as we explore the secrets of Skull Island and beyond, delving deeper into the histories and origins of these iconic Titans. Get ready for a pulse-pounding adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
Release Date: 28th March 2024
Rating: M (Science fiction themes and violence). Recommended for teens 14 years+ and adults.
Duration: 115 minutes
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KUNG FU PANDA 4
Synopsis: Join Po on a thrilling journey as he dives into the wonders of ancient China! Get set for a wild ride as Po's passion for martial arts and insatiable appetite collide in the most unexpected ways.
Release Date: 28th March 2024
Rating: PG (Mild fantasy themes, animated violence and occasional coarse language). Recommended for kids 8 years+, teens and adults.
Duration: 94 minutes
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THE TIGER’S APPRENTICE
Synopsis: The story centres on a normal boy, Tom, who gets drawn into this world against his wishes when his eccentric grandmother who he lives within San Francisco's Chinatown turns out to be the guardian of the phoenix egg. When his grandmother perishes in battle and is spirited away in a ghost cart, Tom must apprentice with an unlikely mentor - a tiger, Mr. Hu - to learn ancient magic and become the egg's new protector. They team up with an unlikely band of exotic creatures, each representing a different sign of the Chinese zodiac, who can morph into human form while retaining their innate animal characteristics.
Release Date: 4th April 2024
Rating: PG (Mild themes, scary scenes, animated violence and coarse language). Recommended for kids 9 years+, teens and adults.
Duration: 82 minutes
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ROBOT DREAMS
Synopsis: Set in 1980s NYC, ROBOT DREAMS is the story of Dog, a lonely canine who builds himself a robot for companionship. Their friendship blossoms as they embark on adventures (and misadventures) across the city, from taking the subway to Chinatown to roller skating in Central Park. But they are soon separated on the beach. Dog, devastated at the loss of his friend, does everything in his power to get Robot back.
Release Date: 11th April 2024
Rating: PG (Mild themes and coarse language). Recommended for kids 9 years+, teens and adults.
Duration: 102 minutes
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IF
Synopsis: Discover the captivating story of 'IF,' crafted by the creative genius, writer, and director John Krasinski. Dive into a magical journey where a young girl unlocks the extraordinary ability to see everyone's imaginary friends. Follow her as she embarks on a fascinating adventure to reunite forgotten IFs with their kids. 'IF' features a stellar cast including Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, Cailey Fleming, Fiona Shaw, and extraordinary voices such as Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., and Steve Carell, embodying the playful characters born from the powerful depths of a child's imagination.
Release Date: 16th May 2024
Rating: CTC - (Check The Classification) once published.
Duration: 105 minutes
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THE GARFIELD MOVIE
Synopsis: Garfield (voiced by Chris Pratt), the world-famous, Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat, is about to have a wild outdoor adventure! After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father – scruffy street cat Vic (voiced by Samuel L. Jackson) – Garfield and his canine friend Odie are forced from their perfectly pampered life into joining Vic in a hilarious, high-stakes heist.
Release Date: 30th May 2024.
Rating: CTC - (Check The Classification) once published.
Duration: 101 minutes
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INSIDE OUT 2
Synopsis: The little voices inside Riley’s head know her inside and out—but next summer, everything changes when Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” introduces a new Emotion: Anxiety. According to director Kelsey Mann, the new character promises to stir things up within headquarters. “Anxiety, voiced by Maya Hawke, might be new to the crew, but she’s not really the type to take a back seat,” said Mann. “That makes a lot of sense if you think about it in terms of what goes on inside all our minds.” A trailer, poster and film stills are now available for what promises to be the feel-good (or feel-everything) film of Summer 2024.
Release Date: 13th June 2024.
Rating: CTC - (Check The Classification) once published.
Duration: 105 minutes.
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DESPICABLE ME 4
Synopsis: In the first Despicable Me movie in seven years, Gru, the world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain League-agent, returns for an exciting, bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s Despicable Me 4.
Release Date: 20th June 2024.
Rating: CTC - (Check The Classification) once published.
Duration: 90 minutes.
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TRANSFORMERS ONE
Synopsis: An origin story set on Cybertron, home of both the Autobots and the Decepticons. The film is said to focus on the relationship between Optimus Prime and Megatron.
Release Date: 12th September 2024
Rating: CTC - (Check The Classification) once published.
Duration: To be advised.
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MUFASA: THE LION KING
Synopsis: “Mufasa: The Lion King” enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka - the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny - their bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a threatening and deadly foe.
Release Date: 19th December 2024
Rating: CTC - (Check The Classification) once published.
Duration: To be advised.
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SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
Synopsis: To be Advised.
Release Date: 26th December 2024
Rating: CTC - (Check The Classification) once published.
Duration: To be advised.
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