Watching a movie as a family is a timeless experience It creates cherished memories that can easily be recalled when you watch that movie in the future Plus, it doesn't cost a lot of money and doesn't require advance planning However, finding something that the whole family can enjoy is a challenge Something that is geared toward children, but that teenagers and adults can also enjoy

That perfect balance may seem impossible, but Prime Video has the best selection of family-friendly movies These movies are perfect for young children because they are free of the sex and violence often found in films for mature audiences At the same time, you and other adult family members will enjoy them You probably won't even want to pick up your phone during the movie Here are the best family movies on Prime Video that you can stream right now

A Million Miles Away focuses on the true story of Jose Hernandez and his journey to become an astronaut The biopic begins by focusing on his childhood as a farm laborer A teacher sees his potential and encourages his father to encourage him to stay in the area The film skips to the point where he graduates from college and begins a journey that spans several years before he is hired by NASA

Michael Pena plays Jose He does an excellent job of portraying his pure determination to overcome impossible odds Alongside him, Rosa Salazar plays his wife Adela, who remains devoted to him throughout the film This is a great movie to watch with the family and will give you and your children the courage to pursue your dreams

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Beethoven is the perfect movie for families looking for a movie with plenty of humanity's best friends When the big, friendly St Bernhard comes into the Newton family's life, his father, George Newton, played by Charles Grodin, couldn't be more miserable But he is won over by his wife and children, who insist on getting a dog

Unfortunately, it's not that simple A deceptive local corrupt veterinarian sets his sights on the animal, as his side business requires him to bring in dogs like Beethoven for experimental purposes You'll want to root for the Newtons as they uncover the secret and save their new family member Also included is a touch of drama, a kid-friendly romance, and plenty of laughs

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Based on the real life of singer-songwriter Burt Millard, the film takes viewers behind the award-winning "I Can Only Imagine," his inspiration The film begins with Bart's childhood and his experiences with his abusive father, Arthur, played by Dennis Quaid; as Bart, played by J Michael Finley, grows up, he becomes involved in athletics to please his father When an injury prevents him from playing sports, his situation begins to change There he finds his calling in music

Although faith-based, the film's core themes of family, redemption, and forgiveness are accessible to all audiences It is surprising that Quaid plays such a volatile role so well But it adds to the transformation seen throughout the film

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Whether or not you believe that Bigfoot is real, you will love "Harry and the Hendersons" The father, George Henderson, played by John Lithgow, is driving home after a day of hunting when he runs over what he believes to be some kind of wild beast But when he gets out of the car, it is none other than Bigfoot

Assuming he is dead, they place him in their car to take home When Bigfoot wakes up, he finds that he is not a threat at all, but rather friendly So, the family unite to protect Harry, whom they have just named Harry, from the authorities and other pursuers Harry's well-meaning attempts to make himself at home add to this hilarious scenario

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If your family is an animal lover, you'll want to watch the children's film "The Zoo" together, set in Northern Ireland in 1941 and based on the true story of a widow who saved the life of her elephant cub during a German air raid The film takes a different turn from the true story by focusing on Tom Hall, the son of a zookeeper, played by Art Parkinson He tries to save a baby elephant after authorities order it to be killed for fear the wild animal will escape Hall hires a friend and classmate to help him hide the baby elephant (named Buster in the film) in the backyard of a lonely widow's house

This is a moving film that highlights a moment in history known only to those in the know You'll be wiping away tears as you watch

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