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Planning your cinematic schedule for 2024? Let us take the reins and provide you with a curated list of upcoming family movie releases for the new year. As we approach the year's end, here's your indispensable overview of what's in store for family-friendly entertainment in the coming months.
1. Migration (released February 2nd, 2024)
Illumination, known for Despicable Me and Minions, presents a heartwarming tale of the Mallard family's life-changing migration to Jamaica. With a star-studded cast including Kumail Nanjiani and Elizabeth Banks, and a soundtrack by John Powell, this animated adventure is not to be missed.
2. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (released March 29th, 2024)
In this eerie extension of the Ghostbusters saga, Mckenna Grace and Finn Wolfhard's teenage Ghostbusters find themselves facing a chilling supernatural threat in New York in a film for the whole family. The paranormal deep freeze proves deadly, prompting a call to the original Ghostbusters crew, featuring fan-favorite appearances from Bill Murray and Ernie Hudson. It's a return to the firehouse as they rev up Ecto-1 to tackle the mischievous spirits once again. Who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters!
3. Kung Fu Panda 4 (released March 29th, 2024)
Jack Black's endearing and comical character, Po, makes a long-awaited return after eight years. Po, the pudgy yet astute hero, ventures from the Valley of Peace to confront The Chameleon in the city, summoning enemies from Po's past. The anticipated reunion includes the return of the Furious Five—Tigress (Angelina Jolie), Crane (David Cross), Viper (Lucy Liu), Monkey (Jackie Chan), and Mantis (Seth Rogen)—with the addition of Awkwafina to the voice cast.
4. The Garfield Movie (released May 24th, 2024)
Chris Pratt lends his voice to the iconic feline, Garfield, in a new on-screen adventure. Join Garfield and his canine companion, Odie, as they embark on a high-stakes heist after an unexpected reunion with Garfield's scruffy street cat father, Vic (voiced by Samuel L. Jackson). Don't miss out – head to Cineworld for a dose of Garfield's Monday-hating antics!
5. IF (released May 24th, 2024)
John Krasinski, known for A Quiet Place, shifts gears to a family-friendly fantasy he scripted. The star-studded cast, including Krasinski, Ryan Reynolds, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Matt Damon, Steve Carell, Emily Blunt, and Sam Rockwell, brings to life a tale where Reynolds, as a well-meaning dad, aids his daughter in reconnecting with the world of IFs—imaginary friends abandoned by their former childhood companions.
6. Inside Out 2 (released June 14th, 2024)
Disney-Pixar's Inside Out, an Oscar-winning animated masterpiece, personified a young girl's emotions as Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust. Balancing profound insights on growing pains with a grand adventure, the beloved characters, led by Amy Poehler's Joy, make a return. This time, emotional HQ faces disruption with the introduction of Maya Hawke's character, Anxiety.
7. Despicable Me 4 (released July 5th, 2024)
Gru, cinema's beloved super-villain, and his mischievous Minions return for more uproarious chaos in the fourth installment of the Despicable Me series. Steve Carell, the voice behind Gru, assures audiences of his wildest adventure yet, with familiar franchise favorites like Kristen Wiig and Steve Coogan making a comeback.
8. Paddington in Peru (released November 8th, 2024)
The Paddington films capture the delightful essence of a marmalade sandwich – a perfect blend of sweetness and subtle spice. Director Paul King, with an assured touch, adapted Michael Bond's original stories into two memorable movies, showcasing whimsy, humor, and standout performances, including Hugh Grant's villainous turn as Phoenix Buchanan. While King steps aside for the third installment, the journey continues as Ben Whishaw's endearing bear returns to his homeland, promising another adventure filled with laughter and heartfelt moments.
9. Mufasa: The Lion King (released December 20th, 2024)
Uncover the backstory of Simba's father, Mufasa, in this live-action/CG prequel to the studio's 2019 reimagining of The Lion King. Renowned filmmaker Barry Jenkins (Moonlight; If Beale Street Could Talk) brings to life the early conflict between the noble Mufasa (voiced by Aaron Pierre) and his conniving brother Scar (Kelvin Harrison Jr), laying the groundwork for the eventual Pride Rock showdown between Simba and his villainous uncle years later.
10. Sonic 3 (released December 20th, 2024)
The two Sonic films have been a whirlwind of fan-pleasing nods and rapid-fire humor, courtesy of actor Jim Carrey. Now, the Sega icon returns for a third round, once again voiced by Ben Schwartz, and once more facing off against Carrey's maniacal Doctor Robotnik.
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