Because, sometimes, we need help from our favorite streaming platforms to keep the kids entertained.
Caretaking ain’t easy. Sometimes, the little ones manage to play tennis, read a book, take a long bath, and call it a day. Sometimes, we need to seek help from our friendly neighborhood streaming services to keep them entertained. And if you’ve already watched every episode of Bluey and seen Matilda for the umpteenth time, we’ve got you covered with TV shows and movies for kids. Or rather, streaming giant Hulu does. Don’t have a Hulu account yet? What are you waiting for — especially if you have kids?!
With a mix of recent arrivals and classics alike, read on for the best movies and TV shows to stream with kids on Hulu, new and old, with release dates. And sign up for a free trial if you’re not already subscribed.
Family-friendly and kids’ shows and movies on Hulu
The Flintstones
Introduce your kids to one of the classic cartoons of your youth with this live-action depiction of The Flintstones starring John Goodman. You’ll all be laughing all the way to the cave.
K.C. Undercover
Before Zendaya was blowing us away in the halls of the Euphoria high school, she was high school student K.C. Cooper on the Disney Channel. Don’t worry, it’s the complete opposite of Euphoria. K.C. goes undercover as the government’s newest secret agent with her spy family by her side. She’s juggling covert operations and homework assignments. Kids will be blown away by the missions, while you’ll be reminded of Zendaya’s immense talent.
Utopia Falls
This science fiction series debuted in 2019 and stars Robyn Alomar, Akiel Julien, and Snoop Dogg. The plot centers around a group of teens in the far-off future who discover an ancient archive of musical, cultural, and historical footage that’s supposed to be off-limits. With a ton of music and dancing, there’s never a dull moment for parents either.
The Croods: A New Age
New to Hulu but released last year, this computer-animated adventure comedy movie is a veritable treat for kiddos. Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film, the flick’s $65 million budget shines, but at the heart of its success is a story about perseverance. The voices of the lead roles are played by big names like Nicolas Cage, Emma Stone, and Ryan Reynolds.
The Hardy Boys
If the kids didn’t catch this one when it came to Hulu last November, now’s the time to catch up on this captivating series that revolves around Frank Hardy and his younger brother Joe who move in with their Aunt Trudy following a family tragedy. When the brothers learn of their detective father’s secret investigation, the duo take matters into their own hands to solve a mystery that keeps getting more and more intriguing.
The Bravest Knight
This 2019 series starring T.R. Knight, Bobby Moynihan, Storm Reid, RuPaul, and Christine Baranski, is an animated series that zooms in on the life of an industrious pumpkin farmer on a journey to become the greatest knight who ever lived. He’s wed to the prince of his dreams, has an energetic adopted daughter named Nia, and along with his best friend Grunt, a troll, they find themselves in quite the series of predicaments among witches, giants, sea monsters, and more.
Shrek the Third
Featuring an all-star cast of Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz, it’s hard not to fall in love with this animated comedy franchise, which was inspired by the 1990 children’s book by William Steig about a green monster who isn’t exactly the friendliest creature. Only the third installment is currently on Hulu, but it’s a lot of fun for the whole family, whether or not you’ve seen the first two.
Trolls: TrollsTopia
The hotly anticipated third season of Trolls: TrollsTopia premiered on Hulu on June 10, and we’ve been enthralled ever since. Expect scavenger hunts, hide-and-seek, piñata fun, and much more in the latest round of happenings with the Trolls crew. Friendly reminder: Be prepared to dance.
Madagascar: A Little Wild
The new season Madagascar: A Little Wild draws you in from episode one, which kicks off with Alex the Lion on a mission to ride a roller coaster on Coney Island and concludes in the seventh and final episode with Alex headed to Hollywood. The computer-generated musical comedy also heads to the Central Park Zoo, underwater, and to the annual Animal Pride Parade. This came to Hulu on May 27, so now’s the time to watch while all the young buds are talking about it.
Harvie & The Magic Museum
This 2021 animated film follows Harvie’s journey as the scheming young boy (played by Wilson Davis) strives to make it into the hall of fame for his most cherished computer game. Things really get going when he and his best friend (played by Sarah Natochenny) find themselves surrounded by enchanted puppies at the museum. After that, Harvie shifts gears to become the best puppet master in the world and plenty of drama begins when the previous puppet champ, Bastor (played by H.D. Quinn), is brought back to life.
