25 Best Easter Movies for Kids to Watch in 2022
Updated: Mar. 21, 2023
Continue your Easter celebration on the small screen by watching these fun—and meaningful—Easter movies for kids.
The sweetest—and funniest—Easter movies for kids to watch
When it comes to Easter, there’s plenty of fun traditions for kids to participate in—like dyeing Easter eggs, opening awesome Easter baskets, and of course, participating in that oh-so-special Easter egg hunt. It’s a holiday that’s jam-packed with activities, and a great way to unwind after all the excitement is to stream some Easter movies for kids.
The Easter movies listed below are some of the best movies for the whole family to watch over the holiday weekend. Some are fun-filled adventures complete with adorable bunnies and scrumptious candy, while others speak more to the history of Easter and its religious meaning. Have the kids pick their favorite flicks from streaming services like Netflix, Disney Plus, and Amazon Prime and get to watching.
Hop
Released: 2011
Rating: PG
If you’re looking for a funny Easter movie for kids, add Hop to your streaming list. It’s about a slacker bunny who, not wanting to take over the role of Easter Bunny, hits the road and pursues his dreams in Hollywood. Expect the kiddos to laugh out loud—and learn some meaningful lessons—while watching this film. It’s a great movie to put on while playing some fun Easter games, too.
Peter Rabbit
Released: 2018
Rating: PG
A mischievous bunny seemingly meets his match when the home he knows is taken over by the owner’s relative. Filled with funny antics and a cute rivalry-turned-friendship tale, Peter Rabbit is an Easter movie for kids that the whole family will love. Grab the popcorn and get to streaming! If you need more Easter entertainment, learn these fun Easter jokes.
Rise of the Guardians
Released: 2012
Rating: PG
This fantasy/family movie features holiday guardians like Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, and the Easter Bunny himself, working together to stop an evil spirit’s plan to get children to stop believing in them. It’s a whimsical holiday tale the kids will love—and you can stream it around Christmas, too!
It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown
Released: 1974
Rating: G
The beloved comic strip from Charles M. Schulz comes to life in another beloved holiday special. Join Charlie Brown and his pals as they get ready to celebrate Easter, Peanuts style. Will they get a highly anticipated visit from the Easter Beagle? Start streaming now to find out. Then, find out why Easter is on a different Sunday each year.
The Easter Bunny is Comin’ to Town
Released: 1977
Rating: Not Rated
Similar to Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town (a great Christmas movie for kids), The Easter Bunny is Comin’ to Town is a stop motion special that tells the tale of the Easter Bunny. The movie’s sweet storytelling and catchy musical numbers make it one of the best Easter movies for kids (and adults) to watch over the holiday weekend.
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Released: 1971
Rating: G
Let’s be real: from a kid’s perspective, one of the best things about celebrating Easter is getting tons of delicious Easter candy. So while they’re snacking on some treats, put on Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, a classic family movie that tells the story of a young boy who, along with four other children, tours the chocolate factory of the oddball Willy Wonka. The original is available to stream on Netflix, as is the 2005 version starring Johnny Depp.
The Dog Who Saved Easter
Released: 2014
Rating: PG
A hero pup saving a holiday—what’s not to love? The kids will love watching The Dog Who Saved Easter, the tale of a dog who steps up to save Easter after a trio of bumbling criminals try to sabotage the dog daycare he’s staying at. It’s a good-natured dog movie that’s perfect for streaming after the kids open their Easter baskets.
Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit
Released: 2005
Rating: G
Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Where-Rabbit is one of the goofier Easter movies for kids on this list, which is why it’s so entertaining. Follow inventor Wallace and his loyal dog, Gromit, as they try to thwart a giant rabbit from demolishing local crops.
Rabbit School: Guardians of the Golden Egg
Released: 2017
Rating: G
This German-made kids Easter movie has a little bit of everything: funny antics, wise lessons, and of course, cute bunnies. Follow the story of Max, a city bunny who finds himself in a school meant for rural rabbits. There, he learns their helpful skills—and works alongside them to stop some sneaky foxes from stealing a cherished artifact. Put this movie on while the family plays Easter bingo for some bonus fun.
Ice Age: The Great Egg-Scapade
Released: 2016
Rating: Not Rated
The beloved Ice Age cast reunites for this egg-cellent short (we love a good Easter pun) about Sid’s gig as an egg nanny. An old nemesis has other plans for Sid’s egg-sitting business, though, and ends up hiding the eggs. It’s up to Sid and his pals to find the eggs—and as you can guess, hilarity ensues during the world’s “first” egg hunt.
The Prince of Egypt
Released: 1998
Rating: PG
This beloved animated movie about Moses’ story from the Book of Exodus isn’t directly tied to Easter, but it does depict the story of an important prophet in Christianity. The captivating story, combined with an epic soundtrack, makes it a must-watch.
Jesus Christ Superstar
Released: 1973
Rating: G
Adapted from the rock opera of the same name, Jesus Christ Superstar recounts the story of Jesus’ final days from Judas Iscariot’s perspective. When it comes to Easter movies for kids, this one’s perfect for the kiddos who love musicals.
Here Comes Peter Cottontail
Released: 1971
Rating: Not Rated
Let your kids get lost in the tale of Petter Cottontail this Easter. Here Comes Peter Cottontail features Peter going back in time to rescue Easter from an evil bunny, and learning some valuable lessons along the way.
Bugs Bunny’s Easter Funnies
Released: 1977
Rating: Not Rated
Easter-themed Looney Tunes? Yes, please! Join Bugs Bunny in this Easter special that has all the shenanigans and jokes you know and love from this classic cartoon group.
Easter Parade
Released: 1948
Rating: Not Rated
Easter Parade features performances from two musical movie icons: Fred Astaire and Judy Garland. Follow along as Astaire’s character, a Broadway star, hires a novice dancer (Garland) to replace his old partner. Don’t be shocked if the kids get up and start dancing!
Winnie the Pooh: Springtime With Roo
Released: 2004
Rating: G
If your kids are fans of Winnie the Pooh, they’ll love Winnie the Pooh: Springtime With Roo. Watch as the Hundred Acre Wood pals try to put some fun back in springtime after Rabbit chooses spring cleaning over an Easter celebration.
The Ten Commandments
Released: 1956
Rating: G
The Ten Commandments is the story of Moses and the Ten Commandments brought to life on screen. It’s an epic drama/history movie that depicts an important biblical story—grab your favorite snacks and watch it alongside the kids to wrap up your Easter celebration.
Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie
Released: 2002
Rating: G
Based on the biblical story of Jonah, Johah: A VeggieTales Movie is a delightful tale that both kids and adults can enjoy. Don’t be surprised if your kids crack a couple of jokes from this funny flick during Easter dinner.
VeggieTales: An Easter Carol
Released: 2004
Rating: Not Rated
Make it a VeggieTales Easter marathon by streaming Johah: A VeggieTales Movie and VeggieTales: An Easter Carol back-to-back. VeggieTales: An Easter Carol puts an Easter twist on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Start watching now to see what the past, present, and future of Easter look like in this VeggieTales classic.
Yogi The Easter Bear
Released: 1994
Rating: Not Rated
Yogi Bear’s holiday special is one of those Easter movies for kids that will give adults some serious nostalgia. Join Yogi Bear and Boo Boo on some misadventures through Jellystone Park as they try to save its Easter celebration. Yogi’s high jinks, as always, are hilarious.
The First Easter Rabbit
Released: 1976
Rating: G
The First Easter Rabbit tells the sweet story of, you guessed it, the very first Easter Bunny. Fun fact: it’s loosely based on the classic children’s book, The Velveteen Rabbit. Narrated by Burl Ives, it’s an Easter special the kids will enjoy year after year.
Easter With Max and Ruby
Released: 2007
Rating: Not Rated
Let your kids spend some time with beloved bunnies Max and Ruby on Easter! Easter With Max and Ruby features some Easter-themed episodes for the kids to enjoy. Put it on before Easter brunch or after the Easter egg hunt.
Curious George: Egg Hunting
Released: 2017
Rating: Not Rated
Let the kids join Curious George on some egg-straordinary misadventures! Curious George: Egg Hunting features several Curious George episodes that feature the adorable monkey looking for an egg’s missing nest, helping bunnies, and much more.
Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
Released: 1988
Rating: PG
While not directly tied to Easter, Who Framed Roger Rabbit? does have a rabbit as the main character—and Bugs Bunny even makes an appearance. Who Framed Roger Rabbit? is a comedy/fantasy about a cartoon rabbit trying to clear his name from a murder investigation. Kids and adults alike will chuckle along the way.
Zootopia
Released: 2016
Rating: PG
Zootopia is the inspiring tale of a small-town bunny who becomes a police officer in the big city. To prove herself, she takes on a mysterious case that leads her down a real rabbit hole—and she must work with a sly fox to crack the case. Stream now to see how it all unfolds.
