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It’s family movie night, but what to watch? Check out our list of must-see classic family movies that are sure to please everyone in the household.
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The Sound of Music
The Sound of Music is a 1965 American musical drama film produced and directed by Robert Wise, and starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer. The film is an adaptation of the 1959 stage musical of the same name, composed by Richard Rodgers with lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. The film’s screenplay was written by Ernest Lehman, adapted from the stage musical’s book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse.
The film tells the story of Maria von Trapp, a young Austrian woman who is hired as the governess of the seven children of a widowed naval captain in Salzburg in 1938. She falls in love with both the children and their father, but Austria is annexed into Nazi Germany in March 1938, which forces her to attempt to flee the country with her charges when Captain Georg von Trapp threatens to have them sent off to one of Adolf Hitler’s newly created military academies.
The Sound of Music was a critical and commercial success upon its release in 1965, becoming the highest-grossing film of all time at that point, until it was eclipsed by another 20th Century Fox production, Star Wars (1977). The film won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. In 2001, the United States Library of Congress selected it for preservation in the National Film Registry; calling it “cinematically, historically or aesthetically significant.”
The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz is a timeless classic that has entertained children and adults alike for generations. This beloved family movie tells the story of young Dorothy Gale, who is transported to the magical land of Oz after a tornado hits her farmhouse in Kansas. Along the way, Dorothy makes new friends and learns valuable life lessons as she searches for a way to return home. The Wizard of Oz is an essential addition to any family movie collection.
The Godfather
The Godfather is often considered one of the greatest films of all time. The story follows the Corleone family, one of New York’s crime families, as they try to hold onto power amidst changing times. The film features some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Marlon Brando and Al Pacino.
The Godfather, Part II
One of the greatest sequels of all time, The Godfather, Part II follows the lives of the Corleone family during two different time periods. The first half of the film focuses on Vito Corleone’s early days in New York, while the second half follows his son Michael’s attempt to expand the family business into Las Vegas. Featuring stellar performances from Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, and Diane Keaton, The Godfather, Part II is a must-see for any fan of classic cinema.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is an epic adventure, a classic fantasy film that is a must see for all movie lovers.
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is the second film in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson. Based on J. R. R. Tolkien’s novel The Lord of the Rings, the film is a sequel to The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) and features an ensemble cast including Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Viggo Mortensen, Sean Astin, Cate Blanchett, John Rhys-Davies, Bernard Hill, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monoghan and Orlando Bloom.
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is a 2003 epic high fantasy adventure film directed by Peter Jackson, based on the third volume of J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. It is the third and final installment in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, following The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) and The Two Towers (2002).
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope is a cult classic family movie that was released in 1977. The movie is set in a galaxy far, far away, and follows a group of rebels who fight against the evil empire. While the movie may be dated, it is still a great film to watch with your family.
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is a classic family movie that was released in 1982. The movie tells the story of a young boy named Elliott who befriends an alien who has become stranded on Earth. Together, they go on a series of adventures as Elliott tries to help E.T. return home.
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial was a huge success when it was released and it remains popular today. It is one of the highest-grossing movies of all time and it won several Academy Awards, including Best Picture. If you haven’t seen E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, it is definitely worth watching!
Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump is a classic family movie that tells the story of a man with a lower IQ who goes on to have an incredible life. The movie is full of adventure, humor, and heart, and is sure to be loved by viewers of all ages.
