Nick Bruno and Troy Quane’s adaptation of ND Stevenson’s beloved graphic novel is a visually inventive, caustically witty, subversive and diverse animation. But then Netflix resurrected Nimona - and boy are we glad they did. It was canceled, left in cinematic limbo for a while. So whether you are young, have younglings in your life, or are simply young at heart, read on and get ready to fill your watchlist with wall-to-wall bangers. From modern classics to timeless family film favourites, stop-motion masterpieces to horizon-expanding anime, and stories that range from the supremely silly to the poignant and profound, we’d like to think there’s something here for everyone. We’ve got down with the kids, reconnected with the child within, and spent A LOT of time on Netflix to bring you our hand-picked list of the 25 best kids' movies on the streamer.

Thankfully, your cool aunt/uncle Empire is here to help. But in an age where you don’t have to leave the house - or even the sofa - to lose yourself in the magic of moving pictures, it can be hard deciding where to start when tasked with finding the films that will truly connect with the next generation of budding young film buffs. The best of them can play a pivotal role in shaping who we are and how we see the world we live in. Whether it’s a fantastical voyage to a magical realm, an animated adventure that sparks the imagination, a treasured first encounter with a favourite fearless hero, or a poignant coming-of-age tale that helps prepare us to take our first steps into a wider world, the movies we see when we’re kids stay with us for life. There’s something uniquely magical about the films you discover as a child.

Classic family movies on netflix