50 Modern Movies All Kids Should Watch Before They're 12

There are movies that are easy to forget, and then there are the titles on this list -- bursting with memorable characters, plots that twist and turn, and positive messages relevant for years to come. Consider this your own personal checklist to the best kids' movies released since the turn of the millennium. They'll take you everywhere from fantastical places like a school of witchcraft and wizardry to the real-life (but equally epic) shores of New Zealand. And if you're looking for our favorite picks from before the year 2000, make sure to check out 50 Classic Movies All Kids Should Watch Before They're 12.