Family movies on Paramount+
- Sonic the Hedgehog
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2
- Sonic the Hedgehog 3
- IF
- Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
- Transformers One
- Clifford the Big Red Dog
- The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
- Hugo
- Ella Enchanted
- The Longshots
- Dora and the Lost City of Gold
It’s tough to make the perfect pick on family movie night. If the choice skews too young, the grown-ups in the room check out. Too grown-up? Well, the younger ones get squirmy. So where’s that sweet spot? Where are the movies that land the jokes, elicit some gasps, and still leave room for a little wonder?
Right here, in this lineup. You’ll find high-speed chaos with Sonic the Hedgehog, imaginative worlds in IF, and a rowdy, all-ages quest in Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Add in a few cinematic classics and a huge red dog, and you’ve got a list that appeals to film lovers of all ages.
From animated antics to live-action mayhem, these options hit that rare middle ground: fun for the whole gang. Here’s how to stream them now on Paramount+.
1. Sonic the Hedgehog
What it’s about: Sonic, a speedy blue hedgehog (voiced by Ben Schwartz), has been living quietly on Earth. But a burst of energy reveals his location to the nefarious Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey), who wants to harness Sonic’s powers for his own dastardly plans. Aided by a small-town sheriff (James Marsden), Sonic goes on the run, and the two forge a plan to defeat their evil pursuer.
Why your family should watch it: The 2020 film moves kind of like Sonic himself: quickly and exuberantly. Schwartz’s rapid-fire delivery of Sonic’s dialogue gives Sonic real personality, while Carrey goes full cartoon villain – in the best way possible – for his characterization of Robotnik.
WATCH NOW: Sonic the Hedgehog
2. Sonic the Hedgehog 2
What it’s about: Settled into life within the rural town of Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove that he can be a real hero. When Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey) returns, this time paired up with an echidna warrior called Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elba), Sonic teams up with a fox named Tails (voiced by Colleen O’Shaughnessey) to stop Robotnik’s evil scheme.
Why your family should watch it: Even bigger and more exuberant than its predecessor, this 2022 sequel to Sonic the Hedgehog adds characters and intensifies the central rivalry between Sonic and Robotnik without losing an ounce of wit and charm. Elba’s Knuckles character adds a dead-serious edge to the proceedings, while O’Shaughnessey’s Tails introduces a cozy warmth.
WATCH NOW: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
3. Sonic the Hedgehog 3
What it’s about: Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles face their toughest opponent yet: Shadow, a mysterious rival (voiced by Keanu Reeves) whose powers may exceed even those of the speedy blue hedgehog and his intrepid crew.
Why your family should watch it: This 2024 movie from the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise ratchets up the adventure, while keeping the jokes fresh and the characters’ bonds strong. Reeves brings gravitas to the role of Shadow, giving the story emotional weight without slowing down the pace.
Did you know? The first three Sonic the Hedgehog movies are streaming now on Paramount+. Find out how to watch all the movies in order.
WATCH NOW: Sonic the Hedgehog 3
4. IF
What it’s about: A young girl (Cailey Fleming) discovers she can see the imaginary friends – IFs for short – who are left behind after their kids grow up. With the help of a mysterious neighbor (Ryan Reynolds), she sets out to reconnect these forgotten characters (voiced by a stacked cast that includes Steve Carell and Phoebe Waller-Bridge) with new children who need them.
Why your family should watch it: Written and directed by John Krasinski, this magical 2024 film provides fun, colorful characters for younger viewers, but offers older audience members relatable themes about growing up and letting go.
WATCH NOW: IF
5. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
What it’s about: Along with his crew, a charismatic thief (Chris Pine) sets off on a quest to retrieve a missing relic. What begins as a simple job, however, snowballs into sheer mayhem involving a fierce barbarian (Michelle Rodriguez), a sorcerer (Justice Smith), and a druid (Sophia Lillis).
Why your family should watch it: This 2023 movie is fanciful, action-packed, and knows how to bring on the fun from start to finish. The group dynamic carries the day; this cast crackles with chemistry, and every star expertly delivers wall-to-wall jokes. This film is rated PG-13, so it’s perfect for your tweens and teens.
WATCH NOW: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
6. Transformers One
What it’s about: Before Optimus Prime (voiced by Chris Hemsworth) and Megatron (voiced by Brian Tyree Henry) became sworn enemies, they were allies on the faraway planet of Cybertron. This animated origin story follows their early days and the events that split them apart. In addition to Hemsworth and Henry, the voice cast includes Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, and Steve Buscemi.
Why your family should watch it: Released in 2024, this movie is as much for newbies to the Transformers franchise as it is for longtime fans of the characters. At core, Transformers One is a universal story about friendship, morphing power dynamics, and how relationships can change shape over time. Combine that with clean animation and affecting vocal performances, and you’ve got a film that appeals to the whole family.
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7. Clifford the Big Red Dog
What it’s about: Manhattinite Emily Elizabeth (Darby Camp) adopts a small red puppy who quickly grows into a giant dog. As the canine becomes more and more colossal, Emily’s fellow New Yorkers react with alarm. Some even want to experiment on him! Emily must come up with a plan to protect her larger-than-life friend, enlisting help from her well-meaning uncle Casey (Jack Whitehall).
Why your family should watch it: The title character of this 2021 live action and animated film does most of the work of holding one’s attention for the length of the movie. He is, after all, an adorable cherry-red pup lumbering cheerfully around the city. But the movie also manages to stay grounded in simple ideas of loyalty and responsibility.
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8. The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
What it’s about: SpongeBob SquarePants (voiced by Tom Kenny) heads beyond Bikini Bottom to prove he’s braver than he looks, pulling Patrick (voiced by Bill Fagerbakke) into a deep-sea adventure that brings them face-to-face with a spooky ghost pirate known as the Flying Dutchman (voiced by Mark Hamill).
Why your family should watch it: Bright, fast, and fully animated, this 2025 adventure comedy flick sticks to what’s always made the SpongeBob series, specials, and movies so beloved: irresistible silliness. We promise: You won’t be able to repress a grin. Thirsty for more? Dive into the full SpongeBob Squarepants universe.
WATCH NOW: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
9. Hugo
What it’s about: Hugo Cabret (Asa Butterfield) lives hidden within a Paris train station, keeping its clocks running while working to unlock a mystery left behind by his late father. His search leads him to a toymaker (Ben Kingsley) with a past tied to early cinema.
Why your family should watch it: Directed by Martin Scorsese and based on the popular illustrated novel by Brian Selznick, this 2011 film is a love letter to movies and how they’re made. Originally shot in 3D, Hugo offers a feast for the eyes even when you’re watching it on a television screen. The filming technique adds depth to every shot; snow drifts through the station, gears turn behind glass – the world seems like one you can step into.
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10. Ella Enchanted
What it’s about: Ella (Anne Hathaway) lives under a curse that forces her to obey any command. When that power falls into the wrong hands, she sets out to break it, crossing paths with princes, villains, and a few unexpected allies along the way.
Why your family should watch it: This 2004 song-and-dance-filled fairy tale has a great sense of humor, and a brave and beautiful heroine. What more could you want?
WATCH NOW: Ella Enchanted
11. The Longshots
What it’s about: Jasmine (Keke Palmer), a teenaged girl with a strong arm and zero fear, joins a youth football team coached by her uncle, Curtis (Ice Cube). Together, they turn the struggling Minden Browns into a team worth rooting for.
Why your family should watch it: Who can resist an underdog story? This appealing 2008 sports dramedy, directed by musician Fred Durst, is based on the true story of Jasmine Plummer, the first female quarterback for a Pop Warner football team. Her against-all-odds journey, plus her relationship with the short-tempered Curtis, make this a movie everyone in the fam will be cheering along with.
WATCH NOW: The Longshots
12. Dora and the Lost City of Gold
What it’s about: Dora (Isabela Moner, now known as Isabela Merced) leaves the jungle for high school in Los Angeles, but when her explorer parents (Eva Longoria and Michael Peña) disappear, she heads back into the leafy wilderness to find them. She’s joined by cousin Diego (Jeff Wahlberg), her classmates, and the quick-talking Alejandro (Eugenio Derbez).
Why your family should watch it: In this 2019 film, Dora’s trademark curiosity and confidence are front and center, with an all-ages adventure built around them. Love Dora? Watch her adventures in the animated series Dora the Explorer.
WATCH NOW: Dora and the Lost City of Gold
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