If you’re gearing up for a cozy Thanksgiving at home, nothing sets the mood quite like a family movie everyone can agree on. Here are five of the best family movies to watch together this Thanksgiving.
Whether you’re cuddled up after the big meal, keeping the kids entertained while the turkey cooks, or kicking-off the holiday season early, we’ve rounded up the best family films to watch together this Thanksgiving according to the experts at theeverymom.com.
1. The Pursuit of Happyness
Based on an incredible true story, this film is a powerful reminder of gratitude and perseverance. Will Smith portrays Chris Gardner, who is a devoted dad doing everything he can to build a better life for his son. When he lands an unpaid internship at a stock brokerage firm, the journey that follows is filled with challenges, heart, and the kind of determination that defines real thankfulness. It’s an inspiring watch for the whole family.
Where to watch: Amazone Prime and Apple TV+
2. The Blind Side
This true story follows Michael Oher’s rise from uncertainty to becoming an NFL first-round draft pick, and the family who stood by him along the way. When Leigh Anne Tuohy brings Michael into her home, she also brings him into her life — leading to a Thanksgiving moment that’s stayed with viewers ever since. It’s a reminder that real family isn’t always about blood, but about who shows up.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime and Apple TV+
3. Freebirds
Pardoned by the president, a lucky turkey named Reggie (Owen Wilson) gets to live a carefree lifestyle, until fellow fowl Jake (Woody Harrelson) recruits him for a history-changing mission. Jake and Reggie travel back in time to the year 1621, just before the first Thanksgiving. The plan: Prevent all turkeys from ever becoming holiday dinners. Unfortunately, the two birds encounter colonist Myles Standish (Colm Meaney), out to capture feathered friends for all the hungry Pilgrims.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime
4. Paw Patrol: Pups Save Thanksgiving
The Paw Patrol is coming to the rescue in this adorable 24-minute move. Of course, it is something that skews to a younger demographic, but will unquestionably entertain everyone at the dinner table as well! The action of the film centers around the bouncy turkey from the Thanksgiving feast at City Hall has flown away with Mayor Humdinger and his kittens!
Where to watch: Paramount+
5. Fantastic Mr. Fox
Based on Roald Dahl’s beloved book, Fantastic Mr. Fox delivers all the cozy fall energy you want in a family movie night. The story follows Mr. Fox, a once-reformed rascal who slips back into his old habits and decides to pull off the most daring chicken heist imaginable. With its warm color palette, witty humor, and charming stop-motion animation, it’s a fun, clever adventure the whole family can enjoy together this Thanksgiving season.
Where to watch: Disney+
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