Looking for kids movies coming out in 2026? There are plenty of exciting family films heading to cinemas across Australia this year.
From animated adventures and beloved sequels to live-action remakes and big blockbuster releases, there are lots of movies families can enjoy together at cinemas like Event Cinemas, HOYTS and independent movie theatres.
Whether you’re planning a fun family movie night, looking for something to do during the school holidays, or waiting for the next big animated film, here’s a guide to some of the best kids and family movies coming to cinemas in 2026 and 2027.
We’ll keep updating this list as new movies, trailers and release dates are announced.
Kids Movies Coming to Cinemas Soon
GOAT
- Rating: PG
- Release Date: 12 March 2026
- Duration: 100 minutes
- Description: The story follows Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball – a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Will’s new teammates aren’t thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined to revolutionise the sport and prove once and for all that “smalls can ball!”
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Arco
- Rating: PG
- Release Date: 12 March 2026
- Duration: 88 minutes
- Description: In 2075, a ten-year-old girl, Iris, witnesses Arco, a mysterious boy in a rainbow suit, fall from the sky. Arco comes from an idyllic far future where time travel is possible. Becoming fast friends, the two young children embark on a thrilling adventure to return Arco safely back to his home.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Hoppers
- Rating: PG
- Release Date: 26 March 2026
- Duration: 110 minutes
- Description: An animal lover seizes an opportunity to use technology that places her consciousness into a robotic beaver, uncovering mysteries within the animal world that are beyond anything she could’ve imagined.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
The Magic Faraway Tree
- Rating: G
- Release Date: 26 March 2026
- Duration: 110 minutes
- Description: Based on Enid Blyton’s best-selling children’s classic The Magic Faraway Tree follows Polly and Tim and their children Beth, Joe and Fran – a modern family who find themselves forced to relocate to the remote English countryside. Soon after the family’s arrival in the countryside, the children discover a magical tree and its extraordinary and eccentric residents including treasured characters Moonface, Silky, Dame Washalot and Saucepan Man
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 1 April 2026
- Duration: 101 minutes
- Description: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is an animated film based on the world of Super Mario Bros.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
The Sheep Detectives
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 7 May 2026
- Duration: 101 minutes
- Description: In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can’t possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realise they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 21 May 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
The Cat in the Hat
Dr Seuss’s mischievous Cat returns in a brand-new animated movie based on the beloved children’s book. Expect plenty of chaos, colourful characters and silly adventures as the Cat brings his usual brand of mischief to the big screen.
- Rating: CTC
- Australian Release Date: 19 March 2026
- Duration: TBA
Winter School Holiday Movies (June–July 2026)
The winter school holidays are always a big time for family movie releases. These movies are expected to be some of the most popular cinema choices for kids in 2026.
Toy Story 5
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 18 June 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: The toys are back in Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5,” and this time around it’s Toy meets Tech. Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang’s jobs get exponentially harder when they go head to head with this all-new threat to playtime.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Minions & Monsters
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 25 June 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to try and save the planet from the mayhem they had just created.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Super Girl
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 25 June 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: It follows Kara Zor-El’s story and her darker origin before she finally made her way to Earth.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Moana
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 8 July 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: In Disney’s live-action adaptation of the beloved Oscar®-nominated animated adventure, Moana answers the Ocean’s call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 30 July 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: After Doomsday, Peter Parker tries to focus on college and leave Spider-Man behind. But when a new threat endangers his friends, he must break his promise and suit up again, teaming with an unexpected ally to protect those he loves.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Family Movies Later in 2026
Paw Patrol – The Dino Movie
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 17 September 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: TBA
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
The Cat in the Hat
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 3 December 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: Sally and Conrad are two bored kids whose life is turned upside-down when a talking cat comes to visit them.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Avengers: Doomsday
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 17 December 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: Marvel returns with another epic chapter in the Avengers saga. While not strictly a kids movie, many older kids and teens will enjoy this action-packed superhero adventure featuring some of Marvel’s biggest characters.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Jumanji 3
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 26 December 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: The Final Level of the next Jumanji series.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
The Angry Birds Movie 3
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 26 December 2026
- Duration: TBA
- Description: TBA
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Zac Power
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 7 January 2027
- Duration: TBA
- Description: A top teen spy’s status is threatened by a new agent. After his careless actions let a villain steal advanced tech, he must face his shortcomings and work with his competitor.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Ice Age: Boiling Point
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 4 February 2027
- Duration: TBA
- Description: TBA
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Sonic the Hedgehog 4
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 18 March 2027
- Duration: TBA
- Description: The fourth installment in the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
The Legend of Zelda
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 6 May 2027
- Duration: TBA
- Description: A live action adaptation of the hit video game series “The Legend of Zelda.”
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Star Wars: Starfighter
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 27 May 2027
- Duration: TBA
- Description: TBA
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
How to Train Your Dragon 2
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 10 June 2027
- Duration: TBA
- Description: TBA
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Shrek 5
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 17 June 2027
- Duration: TBA
- Description: A reboot of the epic animated ‘Shrek’ franchise.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Mutant Mayhem
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 16 September 2027
- Duration: TBA
- Description: Donnie, Raph, Leo, and Mikey are back for their next adventure with Master Splinter, the Mutants, April, and a new villain they have to face: The Shredder.
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
Frozen 3
- Rating: CTC
- Release Date: 25 November 2027
- Duration: TBA
- Description: TBA
- Trailer: Click here to watch the trailer
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