Easter is a time for family, fun, and celebration!
What better way to enjoy the holiday than with a collection of delightful movies that capture the spirit of the Easter holiday?
These 16 Easter movies for kids are perfect for the whole family to enjoy together.
Stories about Easter bunnies, egg hunts, Jesus, and meaningful life lessons, this list has something for everyone.
The family can hop into the magic of Easter with these wonderful movies!
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20 Easter Movies for Kids of All Ages
1. Hop (2011)
- Actors: James Marsden, Russell Brand, Kaley Cuoco
- MPAA Rating: PG
- Hop on IMDb
A blend of live-action and animation, Hop follows E.B., the Easter Bunny’s son, who dreams of becoming a drummer instead of taking over the family business.
2. Peter Rabbit (2018)
- Actors: James Corden, Rose Byrne, Domhnall Gleeson
- MPAA Rating: PG
- Peter Rabbit on IMDb
This charming tale reimagines Beatrix Potter’s classic character, Peter Rabbit, as he embarks on mischievous adventures in Mr. McGregor’s garden.
3. It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown (1974)
- Actors: Todd Barbee, Melanie Kohn, Stephen Shea
- MPAA Rating: Not Rated
- It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown on IMDb
Join the Peanuts gang as they prepare for Easter, while Linus confidently assures everyone that the Easter Beagle will take care of everything.
4. Heaven Is for Real (2014)
- Actors: Greg Kinnear, Kelly Reilly, Connor Corum
- MPAA Rating: PG
- Heaven Is for Real on IMDb
Based on a true story, Heaven Is for Real tells the story of a young boy who claims to have visited heaven during a near-death experience, prompting his family and community to reflect on faith and belief.
5. Easter Parade (1948)
- Actors: Judy Garland, Fred Astaire, Peter Lawford
- MPAA Rating: Not Rated
- Easter Parade on IMDb
In this classic musical, a nightclub performer recruits a chorus girl to become his new dance partner to make his former partner jealous, all set against the vibrant backdrop of Easter in New York City.
6. The Miracle Maker (2000)
- Actors: Ralph Fiennes, Michael Bryant, Julie Christie
- MPAA Rating: Not Rated
- The Miracle Maker on IMDb
- Streaming FREE on Tubi
The Miracle Maker uses claymation and traditional animation to bring the story of Jesus Christ to life, as seen through the eyes of a young girl seeking healing for her father.
7. VeggieTales: An Easter Carol (2004)
- Actors: Phil Vischer, Mike Nawrocki, Lisa Vischer
- MPAA Rating: Not Rated
- VeggieTales: An Easter Carol on IMDb
In this VeggieTales special, Ebenezer Nezzer learns the true meaning of Easter with the help of Bob the Tomato, Larry the Cucumber, and a mysterious angel.
8. Joseph: King of Dreams (2000)
- Actors: Ben Affleck, Mark Hamill, Richard Herd
- MPAA Rating: PG
- Joseph: King of Dreams on IMDb
This animated musical tells the biblical story of Joseph, a boy with the gift of interpreting dreams, who rises from being sold into slavery to becoming a powerful leader in Egypt.
9. The Prince of Egypt (1998)
- Actors: Val Kilmer, Ralph Fiennes, Michelle Pfeiffer
- MPAA Rating: PG
- The Prince of Egypt on IMDb
The Prince of Egypt is an epic animated retelling of Moses’ journey from being a prince of Egypt to leading the Israelites to freedom, showcasing powerful themes of faith and redemption.
10. Rise of the Guardians (2012)
- Actors: Chris Pine, Alec Baldwin, Jude Law
- MPAA Rating: PG
- Rise of the Guardians on IMDb
In Rise of the Guardians, a group of legendary figures, including the Easter Bunny, band together to protect the world’s children from an evil spirit.
11. The First Easter Rabbit (1976)
- Actors: Burl Ives, Robert Morse, Stan Freberg
- MPAA Rating: Not Rated
- The First Easter Rabbit on IMDb
This animated special tells the heartwarming origin story of how a stuffed rabbit became the first Easter Bunny, bringing joy and hope to children.
12. Watership Down (1978)
- Actors: John Hurt, Richard Briers, Ralph Richardson
- MPAA Rating: PG
- Watership Down on IMDb
Watership Down is an animated adaptation of Richard Adams’ novel, following a group of rabbits as they search for a new home while facing various dangers, blending themes of survival and courage.
13. Yogi the Easter Bear (1994)
- Actors: Greg Burson, Don Messick, Charlie Adler
- MPAA Rating: Not Rated
- Yogi the Easter Bear on IMDb
In this animated special, Yogi Bear must save the Easter Bunny and the holiday itself from a group of greedy troublemakers.
14. An Easter Bunny Adventure (2017)
- Actors: Matthew Mercer, Robbie Daymond, Christine Marie Cabanos
- MPAA Rating: G
- An Easter Bunny Adventure on IMDb
- Streaming FREE on Tubi
Join Benny the Easter Bunny as he sets off on a magical adventure to save Easter and deliver the eggs on time in this delightful animated tale.
15. The Dog Who Saved Easter (2014)
- Actors: Dean Cain, Gary Valentine, Elisa Donovan
- MPAA Rating: PG
- The Dog Who Saved Easter on IMDb
The Dog Who Saved Easter follows Zeus, a lovable dog who must save the Easter festivities from a group of bumbling thieves trying to ruin the holiday.
16. Here Comes Peter Cottontail (1971)
- Actors: Casey Kasem, Danny Kaye, Joan Gardner
- MPAA Rating: Not Rated
- Here Comes Peter Cottontail on IMDb
- Streaming FREE on Tubi
In this classic Easter special, Peter Cottontail competes with the villainous Irontail to become the Chief Easter Bunny and ensure the holiday’s success.
BONUS Easter Movies for Kids Streaming FREE
- An Easter Story (1983)
- Easterland (2019)
- The Story of Easter (2017)
- Easter: The Start of Something Big (2022)
- Easter Sing (2019)
- The New Adventures of Peter Rabbit (1995)
Thanks for reading this article for the best Easter movies for kids of all ages to enjoy!
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