If you are looking for the best kids’ movies out now for your family this winter, we’ve got the most up-to-date information for your school holiday cinema viewing below in our detailed guide!
The school holidays offer the perfect opportunity to indulge in cinematic adventures with the family.
Kids’ movies out now and coming soon!
Seeing kids movies at the cinema during the school holidays is a treat like no other! The cinema comes alive with the buzz of excited children and families, eager to dive into a world of imagination and fun. With the school bags set aside, the big screen lights up with vibrant colours, captivating tales, and catchy songs that have everyone humming along. The aroma of popcorn becomes even more tempting, and the shared experiences of laughter, suspense, and adventure make for unforgettable memories. Indeed, the school holidays are made all the more special with a trip to the cinema for a delightful kids movie!
New movie releases for the winter school holidays
Check out what’s on at your local cinema below so you can plan your Easter holiday movie screenings! There are some great family movies out now and coming soon!
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The Sheep Detectives (PG) – May 8, 2026
Every night a shepherd reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand. When he is found dead, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder and think they know everything about how to go about solving it. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers.
The Mandalorian and Grogu (M) – May 21, 2026
Buffalo Kids (PG) – May 28, 2026
Two Irish orphans travel to New York and embark on an exciting train journey to meet their uncle and claim his inheritance. While befriending a governess who is supervising another group of orphans, they must face an attack by bandits.
Masters of the Universe (M) – June 4, 2026
A young man on Earth discovers a fabulous secret legacy as the prince of an alien planet, and must recover a magic sword and return home to protect his kingdom. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man โ the most powerful man in the universe.
Toy Story 5 (PG) – June 18, 2026
Buzz, Woody, Jessie are challenged after being introduced to what kids are obsessed with today: electronics.
Minions & Monsters (TBC) – June 25, 2026
The Minions go on a journey to find frightening creatures to appear in their monster movie.
Supergirl (M) – June 25, 2026
Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, joins forces with an unlikely companion on an interstellar journey of vengeance and justice when an unexpected adversary strikes too close to home.
Cats in the Museum 2: Treasures of Egypt (PG) – July 2, 2026
Two years ago, our characters saved the Mona Lisa. Maurice the mouse cannot wait to prove himself again. Vincent and Cleopatra are the parents of two naughty kittens, and they look forward to adventures. Their next journey will make them compete against each other. It all starts with Maurice rummaging through an abandoned basement and finding an ancient papyrus with a map that details the way to the Egyptian Genie. The problem is, that the Genie grants only one wish every thousand years, and all our characters want different things. The mouse, the cats, and their kittens set out on a journey to find the Genie, trying to beat all the others to their goal. In Egypt, they will make new friends and enemies, visit the majestic Pyramids, travel down the Nile on a huge cruise ship, and discover the secret tunnels of Luxor. In the face of danger, they will work together only to find out that they do not need a Genie to grant their wishes when they have their friendship and team spirit.
Moana (PG) – July 9, 2026
Live-action adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film ‘Moana’. Moana (Catherine Lagaสปaia) answers the Ocean’s call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day (TBC) – July 30, 2026
Peter Parker tries to focus on college and leave Spider-Man behind. 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.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG) – April 1, 2026
Still out at select cinemas. After defeating Bowser and saving Brooklyn, Mario faces Mario and Bowser Jr.’s evil alliance. Now, alongside his friends and Yoshi, he must stop their plans for world domination.
Hoppers (PG) – March 26, 2026
Still out in selected cinemas, an animal lover uses technology that places her consciousness into a robotic beaver to uncover mysteries within the animal world beyond her imagination.
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We love going to the movies as a family, and I love the conversations for the next days over dinner as we debrief.