What To Watch If You Love 'Jumanji'
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For fans of: kid movies about magic
Dave Stutler (Jay Baruchel) is just an average guy, but the wizard Balthazar Blake (Nicolas Cage) sees in him a hidden talent for sorcery. He becomes Balthazar's reluctant protege, getting a crash course in the art of magic. As Dave prepares to help his mentor defend Manhattan from a powerful adversary (Alfred Molina), he wonders if he can survive the training, save the city and find his true love.For fans of: classic movie reboots
In Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, four high school students (Alex Wolff, Madison Iseman, Ser'Darius Blain, and Morgan Turner) stumble upon an old video game console with a game they've never heard of - Jumanji. They are immediately thrust into the game's jungle setting, literally becoming the adult avatars they chose. The nerdy Spencer becomes a fearless explorer Dr. Smolder Bravestone (Dwayne Johnson), football jock Fridge is transformed into diminutive zoologist Moose Finbar (Kevin Hart), popular girl Bethany turns into middle-aged professor Sheldon Oberon (Jack Black), and wallflower Martha evolves into deadly warrior Ruby Roundhouse (Karen Gillan). To survive, they'll play as characters from the game, navigating treacherous terrain and battling dangerous creatures. The twist? You don't just play Jumanji - Jumanji plays you. To return to the real world, they must finish the game which turns out to be a quest of self-discovery for each of them.- Photo:
For fans of: kid fantasy movies
Larry Daley (Ben Stiller), a down-on-his-luck dreamer, lands a job as a night watchman at the Museum of Natural History. He's tasked with ensuring everything runs smoothly, but little does he know that after sunset, the exhibits spring to life. Teddy Roosevelt (Robin Williams), an adventurous T-Rex skeleton, and a mischievous monkey are just some of the characters he encounters. As Larry navigates this wild new world, he finds himself in the middle of an epic struggle for power. Night at the Museum, directed by Shawn Levy, is a whimsical family comedy-adventure that combines historical figures with modern-day humor.- Photo:
For fans of: fantasy adventure movies with D&D references
Teenage elf brothers Ian and Barley embark on a magical quest to spend one more day with their late father. Like any good adventure, their journey is filled with cryptic maps, impossible obstacles and unimaginable discoveries. But when dear Mom finds out her sons are missing, she teams up with the legendary manticore to bring her beloved boys back home.For fans of: kid movies with an edge
When his beloved grandfather leaves Jake clues to a mystery that spans different worlds and times, he finds a magical place known as Miss Peregrine's School for Peculiar Children. But the mystery and danger deepen as he gets to know the residents and learns about their special powers - and their terrifying enemies. Ultimately, Jake discovers that only his own special peculiarity can save his new friends. Based on the novel "Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children," written by Ransom Riggs.- Photo:
For fans of: sci-fi fantasy shows
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- Zathura
- Sony Pictures Releasing
For fans of: kid adventure movies
In the heart-throbbing adventure movie Zathura, two young brothers, Danny (Jonah Bobo) and Walter (Josh Hutcherson), discover an old space-themed board game. Intrigued, they begin to play, only to find their house magically hurtled through space. Joined by their older sister Lisa (Kristen Stewart), they must overcome cosmic challenges while navigating a perilous universe to finish the game and return home. Directed by Jon Favreau, this film is a wild interstellar ride filled with suspense, action, and whimsical elements of science fiction.- Photo:
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For fans of: sci-fi kid adventure movies
In the thrilling sci-fi adventure Race to Witch Mountain, taxi driver Jack Bruno (Dwayne Johnson) finds his world turned upside down when two extraterrestrial youths, Sara (AnnaSophia Robb) and Seth (Alexander Ludwig), jump into his cab. They're on a critical mission to save their planet and ours from imminent destruction. With government operatives hot on their trail, led by the determined Henry Burke (Ciarán Hinds), they race against time to unlock the secrets of Witch Mountain. This action-packed film offers a unique blend of suspense, comedy, and interstellar intrigue, making it an exciting ride for all ages.- Photo:
- Goosebumps
- Sony Pictures Releasing
For fans of: kid horror movies
Upset about moving from the big city to a small town, young Zach Cooper (Dylan Minnette) finds a silver lining when he meets his beautiful neighbor Hannah (Odeya Rush). The teen is surprised to learn that Hannah's mysterious father is R.L. Stine (Jack Black), the famous author of the best-selling "Goosebumps" series. When Zach accidentally unleashes the monsters from the fantastic tales, it's up to Stine, his daughter and Cooper to return the beasts back to the books where they belong.- Photo:
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In the enchanting fantasy film, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, four Pevensie siblings - Peter (William Moseley), Susan (Anna Popplewell), Edmund (Skandar Keynes), and Lucy (Georgie Henley) - stumble upon a magical wardrobe. This seemingly ordinary piece of furniture serves as their gateway to the mystical land of Narnia. Here, they join forces with the majestic lion Aslan (voiced by Liam Neeson) in a heroic quest to dethrone the wicked White Witch (Tilda Swinton). Directed by Andrew Adamson, this movie won an Oscar for Best Makeup. It's a captivating journey filled with magic, courage, betrayal, and redemption.- Photo:
11For fans of: dramatic kid adventure films
In the heart of Paris, a young orphan named Hugo Cabret (Asa Butterfield) resides within the walls of a bustling train station. Struggling to unlock a mystery left by his late father, he crosses paths with an irritable toy shop owner, Georges Méliès (Ben Kingsley), and his adventure-seeking goddaughter, Isabelle (Chloë Grace Moretz). As they embark on a quest filled with puzzles and secrets, Hugo weaves together elements of adventure, family, and historical drama. Directed by Martin Scorsese, this film is an Oscar-winning testament to the magic of early cinema and the resilience of the human spirit.For fans of: shows based on kids books
During her search for a kidnapped friend, a young woman from another world uncovers a sinister plot.For fans of: family fantasy adventure movies
Having spent most of her life exploring the jungle, nothing could prepare Dora for her most dangerous adventure yet -- high school. Accompanied by a ragtag group of teens and Boots the monkey, Dora embarks on a quest to save her parents while trying to solve the seemingly impossible mystery behind a lost Incan civilization.- Photo:
- Shazam!
- Warner Bros.
14For fans of: funny superhero kid movies
We all have a superhero inside of us -- it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. In 14-year-old Billy Batson's case, all he needs to do is shout out one word to transform into the adult superhero Shazam. Still a kid at heart, Shazam revels in the new version of himself by doing what any other teen would do -- have fun while testing out his newfound powers. But he'll need to master them quickly before the evil Dr. Thaddeus Sivana can get his hands on Shazam's magical abilities.- Photo:
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For fans of: dinosaur adventure movies
In Steven Spielberg's massive blockbuster, paleontologists Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern) and mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) are among a select group chosen to tour an island theme park populated by dinosaurs created from prehistoric DNA. While the park's mastermind, billionaire John Hammond (Richard Attenborough), assures everyone that the facility is safe, they find out otherwise when various ferocious predators break free and go on the hunt.- 1King Kong36 Votes
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- The Haunted Mansion
- Buena Vista Pictures
For fans of: funny scary movies
In The Haunted Mansion, real estate agent Jim Evers (Eddie Murphy) is lured to a grand, mysterious mansion with his family under the pretense of a potential sale. The mansion's enigmatic owner Master Gracey (Nathaniel Parker) and his spectral servants harbor dark secrets. As the night unfolds, the Evers family finds themselves in a web of haunting encounters and ghostly revelations. The movie, steeped in elements of comedy and horror, navigates an engaging narrative where the living meet the dead. A labyrinth of secret passages, cursed souls, and a ticking clock add to their thrilling journey of survival.- Photo:
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For fans of: fun kid adventure movies
Two young kids become spies in attempt to save their parents, who are ex-spies, from an evil mastermind. Armed with a bag of high tech gadgets and out-of-this world transportation, Carmen (Alexa Vega) and Juni (Daryl Sabara) will bravely jet through the air, dive under the seas and crisscross the globe in a series of thrilling adventures on a mission to save their parents ... and maybe even the world. - Photo:
For fans of: movies about kids going on adventures
In the whimsical adventure film The Pagemaster, young Richard Tyler (Macaulay Culkin), a timid boy terrified of anything risky, finds himself in a labyrinthine library during a storm. Here, he meets the mystical Pagemaster (Christopher Lloyd) who transforms him into an animated illustration. Suddenly plunged into a fantastical world of fiction, Richard encounters classic literary characters like Long John Silver (Patrick Stewart), Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde (Leonard Nimoy), and more. As he navigates through genres - fantasy, horror, and adventure - Richard learns to face his fears. The movie masterfully fuses live-action with animation, offering viewers a visually engaging journey through literature's most beloved stories.- Photo:
For fans of: animated adventure movies
Super spy Lance Sterling and scientist Walter Beckett are almost exact opposites. Lance is smooth, suave and debonair. Walter is not. But what Walter lacks in social skills he makes up for in smarts and invention, creating the awesome gadgets Lance uses on his epic missions. But when events take an unexpected turn, Walter and Lance suddenly have to rely on each other in a whole new way. And if this odd couple can't learn to work as a team, the whole world is in peril.- Photo:
- Journey to the Center of the Earth
- Warner Bros.
For fans of: Brendan Fraser adventure movies
During an expedition to Iceland, professor Trevor Anderson (Brendan Fraser), his nephew Sean (Josh Hutcherson) and their guide, Hannah (Anita Briem), get trapped in a cavern. As they follow their only escape route deeper and deeper below the Earth's surface, they pass through strange places and encounter incredible creatures, including dinosaurs. But as volcanic activity around them increases, they realize they must find their way out -- soon.- Photo:
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For fans of: teen adventure movies
In 2045, the planet is on the brink of chaos and collapse, but people find salvation in the OASIS, an expansive virtual reality universe created by James Halliday. When Halliday dies, he promises his immense fortune to the first person to discover a digital Easter egg that's hidden somewhere in the OASIS. When young Wade Watts joins the contest, he finds himself becoming an unlikely hero in a reality-bending treasure hunt through a fantastical world of mystery, discovery and danger.- Photo:
- Jumanji
- Columbia TriStar Television
22For fans of: shows based on movies they like
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- My Spy
- Amazon Studios
23For fans of: funny family spy movies
Nine-year-old Sophie catches JJ, a hardened CIA operative, spying on her family during a routine surveillance operation. In exchange for not blowing his cover, JJ begrudgingly agrees to show the precocious girl how to be a spy. What at first seems like an easy task soon turns into a battle of wits as Sophie proves you don't need much experience to outsmart a seasoned agent.- Photo:
For fans of: not-so-scary scary movies
Ten-year-old Lewis goes to live with his oddball uncle in a creaky old house that contains a mysterious ticktock noise. He soon learns that Uncle Jonathan and his feisty neighbor, Mrs. Zimmerman, are powerful practitioners of the magic arts. When Lewis accidentally awakens the dead, the town's sleepy facade suddenly springs to life -- revealing a secret and dangerous world of witches, warlocks and deadly curses.For fans of: classic fantasy adventure movies
On his way to school, Bastian (Barret Oliver) ducks into a bookstore to avoid bullies. Sneaking away with a book called "The Neverending Story," Bastian begins reading it in the school attic. The novel is about Fantasia, a fantasy land threatened by "The Nothing," a darkness that destroys everything it touches. The kingdom needs the help of a human child to survive. When Bastian reads a description of himself in the book, he begins to wonder if Fantasia is real and needs him to survive.- Photo:
- The Golden Compass
- Warner Bros.
For fans of: kids movies based on fantasy novels
Lyra Belacqua (Dakota Blue Richards) lives in a parallel world in which human souls take the form of lifelong animal companions called daemons. Dark forces are at work in the girl's world, and many children have been kidnapped by beings known as Gobblers. Lyra vows to save her best friend, Roger, after he disappears too. She sets out with her daemon, a tribe of seafarers, a witch, an ice bear and a Texas airman on an epic quest to rescue Roger and save her world.- Photo:
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- ReBoot
- HIT Entertainment
27For fans of: kids adventure shows about games
Guardian Bob and his friends defend the digital city of Mainframe from evil viruses.- Photo:
For fans of: kids figuring out complex mysteries
Following their father's murder, three siblings move into a house filled with reality-bending keys.- Photo:
For fans of: sci-fi fantasy adventure movies
Whenever Casey Newton (Britt Robertson) touches a lapel pin with the letter T on it, she finds herself transported to Tomorrowland, a city filled with huge robots and sleek buildings. The gifted young woman recruits the help of scientist Frank Walker (George Clooney), a previous visitor to Tomorrowland, who years ago made a startling discovery about the future. Together, the two adventurers travel to the metropolis to uncover its mysterious secrets.- Photo:
- Treasure Planet
- Walt Disney Studios
For fans of: sci-fi fantasy movies
The legendary "loot of a thousand worlds" inspires an intergalactic treasure hunt when 15-year-old Jim Hawkins stumbles upon a map to the greatest pirate trove in the universe in Walt Disney Pictures' thrilling animated space adventure, "Treasure Planet." Based on one of the greatest adventure stories ever told - Robert Louis Stevenson's "Treasure Island" - this film follows Jim's fantastic journey across a parallel universe as a cabin boy aboard a glittering space galleon.- Photo: