Films from the '90s our kids need to watch
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When the weather is rubbish outside, it's the perfect time to get cosy indoors and watch a family film.
And why not introduce your kids to one of your favourite films from your childhood?
From The Lion King to Hocus Pocus, there are plenty of films from the 1990s to keep you going.
How many of these do you remember?
*Some films are not suitable for young children.
Films from the '90s our kids need to watch
1. The Lion King
The ultimate '90s classic.
Kids will love the adventures of lion cub Simba, on his journey to becoming king.
2. Matilda
The film Matilda is an adaptation of the Roald Dahl book.
It follows the life of a young girl with magical powers, who doesn't feel like she fits in with the rest of her family.
3. Hocus Pocus
Spooky goings-on are afoot in this classic featuring Sarah Jessica Parker, Bette Midler and Kathy Najimy.
4. Aladdin
When poor Aladdin frees a genie from a lamp, he finds his greatest wishes granted. However, he soon finds that an evil villain has other plans for the lamp and for Princess Jasmine. But can Aladdin save Princess Jasmine and his love for her, after she sees that he isn't quite what he appears to be?
5. Home Alone
Always everyone's favourite film to watch at Christmas.
It all started when Kevin McCallister's parents went on holiday and forgot they'd left him at home ...
6. Toy Story
Follow Woody, Buzz and the rest of Andy's toys in the first of their adventures, as the two heroes battle it out to become the most popular toy in the house.
7. Clueless
Because every teenage girl wanted Cher's wardrobe in the '90s.
Clueless was, and still is, the ultimate chick-flick.
8. Jumanji
Jumanji is the board game that comes to life.
Alan Parrish finds himself stuck inside the board as a child until, 26 years later, two kids find the game and try to release him.
9. Space Jam
Space Jam, starring basketball star Michael Jordan, merged real-life with the cartoon world.
If you've never wanted to play basketball before, this film will change your mind!
10. Pocahontas
This Disney classic story of Native American Pocahontas trying to save her land from settlers is another brilliantly empowering movie with some strong messages about nature.
11. Mrs. Doubtfire
Robin Williams as Mrs Doubtfire is one of our favourite film memories from the '90s.
It's guaranteed to make you laugh from start to finish.
12. The Parent Trap
Get ready to see double!
A mini Lindsay Lohan plays twins Annie and Hallie, who were split up at birth. But after a chance encounter, they team up to bring their parents back together.
13. Casper
It's Casper the friendly ghost!
When a dad and daughter move into their new home, they soon realise they are not alone ...
14. Dr. Dolittle
Ever wondered what would happen if animals could talk?
Well kids will love finding out, in this brilliant film.
15. Beauty and the Beast
The classic tale of Belle, the beautiful bookworm princess captured by a hideous Beast. Although we love the Emma Watson remake, there's something about the show-stopping musical numbers of the original that still has our hearts.
16. The Secret Garden
Ten-year-old Mary Lennox is sent to live at her uncle's mansion.
But she soon discovers a secret garden hiding in the grounds ...
17. Stuart Little
Because everyone knows the talking mouse Stuart!
When Eleanor and Frederick Little went to a orphanage, they fell in love with little Stuart. But family life didn't turn out to be as easy as they thought ...
18. Hercules
Disney's Hercules is based on the Roman hero.
The animated musical comedy has something for all the family, and is guaranteed to be a favourite.
19. Jurassic Park
When a bioengineering company create a theme park with cloned dinosaurs, it soon starts to cause chaos.
Who can forget the ripples in the glass of water as T-Rex approached?
20. 101 Dalmatians
This live-action remake of the classic 60s toon features an unforgettable performance from Glenn Close as the creepy Cruella de Vil
21. Cool Runnings
When Jamaica decide to set up their own bobsleigh team for the Olympics, they're not taken seriously.
But when it comes to the final race, the team end up surprising the world.
22. Honey, I Blew up the Kid
The sequel to Honey, I Shrunk the Kids was released in 1992.
But this time around ... Wayne's made his son increase in size!
23. Kindergarten Cop
Arnold Schwarzenegger plays a cop/teacher in the 1993 film Kindergarten Cop.
It's guaranteed to get the whole family laughing (we've all felt a bit like this after a hard day with the kids!).
24. Mulan
To save her father, young Mulan must pretend to be a man to join the army, where she ends up saving more than just her family. An empowering film for young girls.
25. The Witches
The 1990 film adaptation of Roald Dahl's `The Witches' is a classic the whole family will love.
26. My Girl
A super-sweet, coming-of-age film about a young girl who faces many emotional highs and lows. Have the tissues at the ready!
27. Free Willy
If you were a '90s child, you'd have fallen in love with this film, about the unlikely bond between a boy and a whale.
28. Hook
A magical story where a middle-aged lawyer Peter Banning (Robin Williams) returns to his extraordinary origins as Peter Pan.
29. Mighty Ducks
After being charged for drunk driving, the court orders Gordon to coach a peewee hockey team, which just happens to be the worst in the league. He eventually gains the respect of the kids and teaches them how to win. Quack, quack, quack!
30. Ferngully
A rainforest fairy named Crysta sets out on a quest to save her home with a human named Zach, and Batty, an eccentric bat blown in from a laboratory.
31. Babe
A family themed adaptation of Dick King-Smith's 1983 novel The Sheep-Pig. La la laaaa!
32. The Adams Family
We all love a film about a dysfunctional family but this one is extra creepy and kooky!
It may not be appropriate for younger viewers.
33. Tarzan
Wild-man Tarzan's peaceful jungle life is forever changed when he meets the explorer Jane. A story of romance, nature and getting in touch with your wild side!
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