Popular Family Movies on Kanopy - Page 14

A Boy, a Dog, and a Frog

1981

A Boy, a Dog, and a Frog

1981
8
A young boy and his dog spend an afternoon trying to capture a playful frog at a nearby pond.
The Napping House

1985

The Napping House

1985
10
The Napping House: Granny and all the critters in her house pile on her bed for a nap...until a little flea causes a big stir. Somebody's got an itch!
Brave Irene

1989

Brave Irene

1989
3
Irene summons up all her courage in the face of a fierce snowstorm when her mother falls ill and Irene must deliver a ball gown to the duchess.
The Arctic Is Calling

1984

The Arctic Is Calling

1984
8
This children's adventure movie is a charming tale of a group of youngsters in Prague who hear that Soviet sailors abandoned their failing ship in the Arctic Sea before it went down, but no one had been able to find the sailors yet. Inspired by the efforts to save the men, the youngsters strike out on their own to help in the rescue attempt.
The Caterpillar and the Polliwog

1988

The Caterpillar and the Polliwog

1988
10
Impressed by the proud caterpillar's boast that she will turn into a butterfly when she grows up, a polliwog determines to watch the caterpillar very carefully and turn into a butterfly too.
Whitewash

1994

Whitewash

1994
6
When Helene Angel walks home from school with her older brother she is attacked by a street gang and painted white. The effect on Helene and her family is devastating. Helene locks herself in her room, her brother blames himself for not having successfully defended his sister, and the media descends on their neighborhood, completely disrupting her small family. But an outpouring of love and understanding from Helene's friends, classmates and family helps her face what has happened and draws the community together. Inspired by actual events, WHITEWASH conveys a powerful message that transcends age and race, told in an entertaining way perfect for children of all ages.
The Story of the Dancing Frog

1989

The Story of the Dancing Frog

1989
8
Short - This delightful adaptation follows Gertrude and George the Dancing Frog on a whirlwind theatrical tour. - Amanda Plummer, Heidi Stallings, Edna Harris
John the Baptist

1990

John the Baptist

1990
10
John the Baptist is a story of courage and conviction seen through the life of one of God’s greatest prophets who gave everything to prepare the way for the Lord. It begins with the blessing John’s birth was to his aged parents. John grows in strength and integrity as he stands against political and spiritual adversity to preach the coming of the Lord. Finally, John beholds and baptizes Jesus, the Lamb of God.
Joseph in Egypt

1992

Joseph in Egypt

1992
10
Tells the story of Joseph from the Bible, when he was sent to Egypt by his brothers, and met Pharaoh.
Enjaulada

2023

Enjaulada

2023
Miracle on 19th Street

2021

Miracle on 19th Street

2021
Nothing captures the magic of Christmas like a visit to Santa Claus. This beloved NYC store Santa, after nearly 30 years, is heading to the North Pole, leaving behind an indelible mark on generations of children and families. To them, he is the real deal.
Circus Boy

2021

Circus Boy

2021
Reconciliation becomes possible between a gay circus trainer and his mom when he and his husband adopt a student.
The Song of the Cloud Forest

1989

The Song of the Cloud Forest

1989
Milton, a lonely golden toad whose species are on the verge of extinction, finds himself in two minds when he realizes that his only potential mate is in the captivity of a group of human beings.
Camilla Dickinson

2012

Camilla Dickinson

2012
3
Fifteen-year-old Camilla Dickinson leads a sheltered life in New York City until her parents' marriage begins to fall apart.
Remittance

2016

Remittance

2016
When Marie takes a job as a maid in Singapore to support her family in the Philippines, she trades one set of hardships for another. Betrayed by her husband, she begins to build a new life for herself. As she gets caught up in the new life she is building in Singapore, she is forced to choose between her personal aspirations and family responsibilities back home.
Lilly's Light: The Movie

2020

Lilly's Light: The Movie

2020
When two curious members of Lilly's crew discover "The Big Book of Little Adventures" in the lighthouse basement, the adventure begins.
Lili

2020

Lili

2020
A young mother flees her country in the midst of a revolution, revealing to her daughter a history of abandonment that crosses three continents and four generations.
Creepy Carrots

2013

Creepy Carrots

2013
In this hilarious picture book, The Twilight Zone comes to the carrot patch as a rabbit fears his favorite treats are out to get him.
The Story of Lassie

1994

The Story of Lassie

1994
Documentary about canine superstar Lassie, combining film clips, still photographs, home movies, archival footage and on-camera interviews with many figures involved with the Lassie films or television series.
A Story-A Story

1973

A Story-A Story

1973
Ananse the Spider Man climbs up to the sky to buy stories from the Sky God in this folktale from Africa.