Easter movies that are kid-friendly and entertaining for the whole family to watch. Check out our list of the best Easter movies and how to stream them at home.
Easter traditions are cherished moments because it’s time spent with family and friends celebrating what’s most important. And while some traditions like Easter egg basket surprises, Easter egg hunts and making Easter treats will never go out of style, new ideas make spending Easter with loved ones near and far special too.
Last year introduced us to the idea of streaming Easter Mass and participating in virtual Easter egg hunts at home.
However you choose to celebrate Easter this year, taking time to honor your beliefs and traditions is a part of the bond that brings families together. The things we do together year after year have a way of building character and setting the framework for what becomes our legacy.
Movie nights are a favorite in my house. My boys love making popcorn and snuggling up on the couch to watch a good movie together. It’s something that we do to make the holidays extra special, from Valentine’s Day all the way to Christmas.Â
While not many Easter themed movies may come to mind at first, there are actually quite a few favorites that we’ve found fit this time of year. Some share a religious theme and the story of Christ, some feature Easter scenes and others are cartoon classics that little bunnies love to watch again and again.
Check out our personal bucket list of movies and mark your own to watch:
Easter Movies We Love
Hop
Russell Brand plays E.B., the son of the Easter Bunny in this live-action CGI movie. Eager to escape his father’s shadow and follow his dreams of becoming a drummer E.B. ventures to Hollywood. Along the way he meets Fred, a down on his luck human who also needs a little help finding his own path in life.
Watch on Amazon or Netflix
Peter Rabbit
This 2018 remake of the classic Beatrix Potter tale casts James Corden as Peter and follows his vegetable garden adventures as he tries to outsmart Mr. McGregor.
Watch on Netflix
It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown
Rise of the Guardians
The Easter Bunny, Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, Sandman and Jack Frost play protectors of the world in this animated Easter film. Chris Pine, Alec Baldwin, Hugh Jackman, Jude Law and Isla Fisher voice the many characters.
Watch on Hulu
Here Comes Peter Cottontail
A 1971 story in which Peter Cottontail must deliver the most eggs in a competition to become the official Easter Bunny.
Watch on Amazon
The Easter Egg Adventure
The Take-Its conspire to steal Egg Town’s Easter eggs. The village residents map out a plan to recover them from the rotten egg thieves.
Amazon
Yogi the Easter Bear
Yogi and Boo Boo awake from hibernation and mistakenly eat all of the Easter candy meant for Jellystone’s Easter Celebration. Together they set out to replace the Easter treats before the Easter Bunny arrives.
Watch on Amazon
yogi the easter bear movie
Ice Age – The Great EGGscapade
Sid’s egg-sitting business ends up turning into the world’s first egg hunt in this animated comedy.
Watch on Disney+
Winnie the Pooh Springtime with Roo
Rabbit decides to cancel Easter in favor of Spring Cleaning day. Roo and the others try to convince him to change his mind.
Watch on Disney+
The Prince of Egypt
An animated version of the Book of Exodus. Moses sets off on a quest leading the Israelites to freedom.
Watch it
VeggieTales Twas the Night Before Easter and An Easter Carol
Everyone’s favorite veggie characters share the story of the resurrection of Jesus in their own special way.
The Easter Bunny is Comin’ to Town
This sweet animated story tells the origins of Easter eggs and how the Easter bunny got his start.
The Dog Who Saved Easter
Zeus, the Bannister family’s dog, isn’t excited to be spending Easter at a doggie daycare. But when criminals try to break-in Zeus gets his chance to play hero and save the day.
Watch it here
The Miracle Maker
The story of Jesus brought to life with incredible animation and award-winning actor voice overs.
Watch on Amazon Prime
Miss Potter
The story of Beatrice Potter and how she overcame obstacles to become a beloved children’s book writer. Played by Renee Zellweger.
Watch on Amazon Prime
The Passion of the Christ
In this version of Christ’s crucifixion, based on the New Testament, Judas expedites the downfall of Jesus (Jim Caviezel) by handing him over to the Roman Empire’s handpicked officials. To the horror of his mother, Mary (Maia Morgenstern), Magdalen (Monica Bellucci), whom he saved from damnation, and his disciples, Jesus is condemned to death. He is tortured as he drags a crucifix to nearby Calvary, where he is nailed to the cross. He dies, but not before a last act of grace.
The Ten Commandments
One of Charlton Heston’s most iconic moments. The story of Moses and his journey to become a messenger for Christ.
Watch
Risen
Epic story of the Resurrection told through the eyes of a non-believer.
Roman military tribune Clavius (Joseph Fiennes) remains set in his ways after serving 25 years in the army. He arrives at a crossroad when he’s tasked to investigate the mystery of what happened to Jesus (Cliff Curtis) following the Crucifixion.
The Greatest Story Ever Told
This 1960’s classic film depicting the life of Jesus Christ features some serious star power. Charlton Heston and John Wayne to name a few.
Jesus Christ Superstar
The film version of the wildly popular theatrical musical depicting the final weeks of Christ’s life.
Watch on Amazon Prime
Easter Parade
Fred Astaire and Judy Garland sing and dance throughout this classic musical that features a blockbuster Easter parade ending.
Watch on Amazon
Hank and Mike
The friendship of two Easter bunnies starts to suffer when cutbacks are made by the corporation in control of all major holidays.
Steel Magnolias
A film that completely captures small-town charm and the heart of what family truly means. A group of southern women form a close bond as they go through life, from weddings to funerals and all the annual celebrations that bring them together. Featuring Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Daryl Hannah and Julia Roberts.
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