The 150+ Best Classic Tween Movies
- 1Lindsay Lohan, Dennis Quaid, Natasha Richardson
In this modern adaptation of the 1961 classic, twins Annie and Hallie (Lindsay Lohan) unknowingly reunite at summer camp, leading them to switch places in order to reconnect with their divorced parents, Nick (Dennis Quaid) and Elizabeth (Natasha Richardson). This heartwarming tween film explores themes of family, identity, and self-discovery through the relatable experiences of two preteen girls.
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- 2Julie Andrews, Anne Hathaway, Héctor Elizondo
In a surprising turn of events, introverted San Francisco teen Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway) discovers she's the princess of a small European country and embarks on a humorous journey towards royalty under the guidance of her stern grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi (Julie Andrews). This charming film is a great watch for tweens as it combines relatable coming-of-age themes with an enchanting fairy tale twist.
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- 3Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern
In Home Alone, 8-year-old Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) accidentally gets left behind during a family trip to Paris and must protect his home from two burglars (Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern). This classic holiday film is fun for tweens, as it delivers hilarious antics and heartwarming lessons about the importance of family.
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- 4Anna Kendrick, Skylar Astin, Rebel Wilson
Beca (Anna Kendrick), a college student, unexpectedly finds herself joining a diverse group of singers at her new school and leads them to compete in college music competitions by exploring unique harmonic arrangements. This movie is good for tweens as it showcases the importance of friendship, teamwork, and embracing one's individuality while navigating the challenges of young adulthood.
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- 5Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Crispin Glover
Teenager Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) accidentally travels back to the 1950s in a time-traveling DeLorean, where he must ensure his parents fall in love and save eccentric scientist Doc Brown's (Christopher Lloyd) life in this iconic 1980s sci-fi adventure. The classic is awesome for tweens as it combines action, humor, and relatable themes of friendship and family while exploring the excitement of time travel.
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- 6Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black
In Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, four teenagers are sucked into an old video game console and must survive its perilous jungle environment as their chosen adult avatars in order to return home. This action-packed adventure is a good fit for tweens as it combines thrilling escapades with valuable lessons about self-discovery and teamwork.
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- 7Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart
Raised by Santa's elves, Buddy (Will Ferrell) embarks on a journey to New York City in search of his real father, Walter Hobbs (James Caan), a cynical businessman who must learn to embrace the chaos brought by his childlike son. This heartwarming comedy will have your tweens rolling on the floor with laughter due to its hilarious antics and relatable theme of finding one's true identity.
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- 8Mandy Moore, Zachary Levi, Donna Murphy
The magically long-haired Rapunzel has spent her entire life in a tower, but now that a runaway thief has stumbled upon her, she is about to discover the world for the first time and who she really is. This enchanting film captivates tweens with its engaging story, lovable characters, and stunning animation while delivering important messages about self-discovery and empowerment.
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- 9Robin Williams, Bonnie Hunt, Kirsten Dunst
Siblings Peter (Bradley Pierce) and Judy Shepherd (Kirsten Dunst) embark on a thrilling adventure after discovering a magical board game, Jumanji, that releases the long-trapped Alan Parrish (Robin Williams) and various jungle hazards. This film is perfect for tweens as it combines humor, action, and suspense while teaching valuable lessons about teamwork and perseverance.
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- 10Robert Downey Jr., Samuel L. Jackson, Mark Ruffalo
In the expansive Marvel Cinematic Universe, a diverse array of superheroes join forces to protect Earth and beyond from various powerful threats. With its thrilling action sequences, engaging storylines, and relatable characters, this film series offers an exciting and age-appropriate cinematic experience for tweens.
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- 11Mara Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman
In this Roald Dahl adaptation, gifted Matilda Wormwood (Mara Wilson) discovers her telekinetic powers and uses them to stand up against her cruel family and the terrifying principal, Agatha Trunchbull (Pam Ferris). Tweens might like that it showcases a strong young protagonist who overcomes adversity by embracing her unique talents.
- 12Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan, Mark Harmon
When a single mother, Tess Coleman (Jamie Lee Curtis), and her teenage daughter, Anna (Lindsay Lohan), mysteriously switch bodies after receiving cryptic fortunes at a Chinese restaurant, they must navigate each other's lives until they can find a way to reverse the change. The relatable struggles and humorous situations make this film an entertaining and insightful watch for tweens as it explores themes of empathy and understanding between parents and children.
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- 13Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Hailee Steinfeld
The Barden Bellas (Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson) face a scandal after a disastrous performance for the president, forcing them to come together and redeem themselves at the world championships in Copenhagen. This movie offers a mix of humor, music, and relatable characters while promoting themes of teamwork and perseverance.
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- 14Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden
When Princess Giselle (Amy Adams) is banished from her fairy-tale world by an evil queen, she finds herself in modern Manhattan and must navigate the unfamiliar city with the help of a charming divorce lawyer (Patrick Dempsey), all while dealing with the arrival of her prince rescuer. This enchanting film captivates tweens as it blends elements of fantasy and romance with relatable real-world struggles, creating a magical adventure perfect for young audiences.
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- 15Dwayne Johnson, Auli'i Cravalho, Rachel House
A courageous teen embarks on a thrilling quest with the help of legendary demigod Maui to save her people and discover her true identity. This captivating movie is great for tweens, as it combines action-packed adventure with relatable themes of self-discovery and personal growth.
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- 16Richard Attenborough, Sam Neill, Jeff Goldblum
In Steven Spielberg's 1993 sci-fi adventure film, Jurassic Park, a billionaire philanthropist and team of genetic scientists create a wildlife park filled with cloned dinosaurs on the fictional Isla Nublar near Costa Rica. With its thrilling action scenes and captivating storyline, this first installment of the Jurassic Park franchise, along with its sequels, should be watched by tweens seeking an adrenaline-pumping cinematic experience.
- 17Paige O'Hara, Robby Benson, Richard White
A conceited prince (Robby Benson) is transformed into a monstrous Beast by a curse, and must learn to love and be loved in return before the spell can be broken, with the help of a strong-willed village girl named Belle (Paige O'Hara) who enters his enchanted castle. This timeless tale engages tweens with its enchanting characters, memorable songs, and powerful message about inner beauty and selflessness.
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- 18Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander Gould
In the 2003 animated adventure, Finding Nemo, a timid clownfish embarks on an epic journey across the ocean to rescue his captured son. With its vibrant animation and heartwarming story of friendship and family, this film is a great watch for tweens seeking an entertaining and emotionally engaging movie experience.
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- 19Scott Weinger, Robin Williams, Linda Larkin
Aladdin, a cunning street urchin, discovers a magical lamp containing a powerful genie, leading to an adventure filled with wishes and the quest to save Princess Jasmine from evil forces. This film is fun for tweens due to its enchanting storyline, memorable characters, and timeless lessons about love and self-discovery.
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- 20Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis
In this supernatural comedy, a group of former university scientists (Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray) form a team called Ghostbusters to fight paranormal threats in New York City and accidentally uncover a gateway to another dimension that could destroy the city. With its witty humor, iconic characters, and thrilling action sequences, Ghostbusters is an entertaining adventure perfect for tweens craving excitement and laughter.
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- 21Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz
In the 2001 animated film Shrek, an ogre and his loyal donkey sidekick embark on a quest to rescue a princess from a dragon-guarded tower, ultimately discovering that true beauty lies within. This is a funny movie for tweens as it delivers hilarious humor, memorable characters, and valuable life lessons about self-acceptance and friendship.
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In the enchanting fairy tale adventure The Princess Bride, a young woman and her one true love must overcome the perils of the mythical kingdom of Florin to reunite after a long separation, based on William Goldman's beloved novel. This captivating film offers an ideal blend of romance, action, and humor for tweens to enjoy while discovering timeless life lessons.
- 23Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher
In the iconic Star Wars franchise, a galaxy far, far away is embroiled in an epic battle between good and evil, as heroes and villains clash with lightsabers and harness the power of the Force. This legendary series captivates tweens with its thrilling action sequences, relatable coming-of-age themes, and timeless message of hope against all odds.
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- 24Matthew Broderick, Jeremy Irons, James Earl Jones
In this Disney animated film, young lion Simba (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) must navigate treachery from his uncle Scar (Jeremy Irons) and reclaim his rightful throne with the help of friends Timon (Nathan Lane) and Pumbaa (Ernie Sabella). The Lion King is a fantastic movie for tweens due to its captivating storyline, memorable characters, and timeless lessons about responsibility and self-discovery.
- 25Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Richard Kind
In Pixar's Inside Out, 11-year-old Riley (Kaitlyn Dias) navigates a tumultuous move to San Francisco, guided by her personified emotions Joy (Amy Poehler) and Sadness (Phyllis Smith), who must restore balance in her mind when they're accidentally swept away. This heartfelt animated film resonates with tweens as it explores the complexities of growing up and embracing change, while providing relatable humor through its imaginative portrayal of emotions.
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- 26Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, James Franco
In this adaptation of the beloved comic-book character, Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire) navigates his dual life as an ordinary high school student and the crime-fighting superhero, Spider-Man, in the Sam Raimi-directed trilogy written by David Koepp. The perfect blend of action, humor, and relatable teenage struggles makes this film series a must-watch for tweens seeking thrilling entertainment with a touch of coming-of-age drama.
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- 27Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson
In the adventurous animated film Brave, headstrong Scottish princess Merida (Kelly Macdonald) defies tradition, causing chaos in her kingdom and seeking help from a quirky witch (Julie Walters) to reverse a perilous curse. With its empowering message about finding one's own path and embracing courage, this movie is perfect for tweens looking for inspiration and excitement.
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- 28Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker
The Sound of Music, inspired by the true story of the Von Trapp Family singers, follows Maria (Julie Andrews), a spirited young woman who becomes a governess for a widowed naval captain's seven children and introduces them to the joy of music. With its catchy tunes, heartwarming narrative, and relatable characters, this classic film is perfect for tweens seeking inspiration and entertainment.
- 29Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger
Dorothy Gale is swept away to a magical land in a tornado and embarks on a quest to see the Wizard who can help her return home. This timeless classic tends to captivate tweens with its enchanting characters, memorable songs, and vivid imagery that ignite their imaginations.
- 30Johnny Depp, Mia Wasikowska, Helena Bonham Carter
In Tim Burton's fantastical adventure, teenager Alice Kingsleigh (Mia Wasikowska) returns to the magical Underland and reunites with her eccentric friends, including the Mad Hatter (Johnny Depp), to end the Red Queen's (Helena Bonham Carter) reign of terror. With its vibrant visuals and quirky characters, this film is perfect for tweens seeking an enchanting escape into a whimsical world.
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