Orange Cats, Blue Hedgehogs: 7 Best New Kids Movies to Stream in March 2026

March 2026 is officially here, and the forecast looks bright for family movie nights! Whether you’re dodging spring rain showers or just looking for a reason to hog the remote, the selection of new kids movies to stream this month is packed with heavy hitters.

We’ve got everyone’s favorite lasagna-loving orange cat over on Hulu and a lightning-fast blue hedgehog zooming onto Peacock. From the brick-building chaos of “The LEGO Movie” to the heart-wrenching beauty of “The Wild Robot,” there’s a cinematic adventure for every mood. We’ve rounded up the seven best flicks hitting your favorite platforms, plus a big bonus list to keep the kids entertained all break long.

Grab the popcorn and let’s dive into the best new kids movies to stream right now!

“Garfield: The Movie” (2004) | Hulu | March 1

The challenge of adapting Garfield from a comic strip into a movie was in casting—and the producers knocked it out of the park when they scored the legendary Bill Murray. Absent the late Lorenzo Music, who voiced Garfield in the animated specials, it’s hard to imagine a better actor voice for the chonky, lazy, misanthropic, sarcastic, Monday-hatin’, lasagna-lovin’ orange cat we all know and love. Bonus points for more perfect casting with Breckin Meyer as Garfield’s own Jon Arbuckle, Jennifer Love Hewitt as Garfield’s vet/Jon’s girlfriend, and the cute little pooch that played Odie, Garfield’s dimwitted dog frenemy.

That’s why “Garfield: The Movie,” which was reviled by critics upon its theatrical release, is a cult classic today: The film just nails it, much like Garfield does when he kicks Odie off the couch. —Randy Harward, Senior Staff Writer

“Garfield” (2004) is currently streaming on Disney+ and Hulu.

“Firehouse Dog” (2007) | Hulu | March 1

Football players, district attorneys, and astronauts: these are some of the careers that dogs have depicted onscreen. But we haven’t seen canines fight fires until now with 2007’s “Firehouse Dog.”

Josh Hutcherson (“Five Nights At Freddy’s”) stars as Shane Fahey, the nephew of a firefighter who inadvertently adopts famed dog actor Rexxx after a plane stunt gone wrong. If that synopsis wasn’t enough of a tease, we’ll also sell you on the movie poster. Look at that cool dog! Think of how many fires he could fight with those sunglasses… —Eric Chiu, Internet Editor

“Firehouse Dog” is currently streaming on Hulu.

“The LEGO Movie” (2014) | Netflix | March 1

Hey, parents. Did you know that “The LEGO Movie” came out 12 years ago? It’s probably older than most of your children. So that makes this month—when the film is streaming on Netflix—the perfect time to introduce your kids to this classic.

Your kids will love watching Emmett, a plain construction-worker LEGO man who finds himself in the middle of a war between the free-thinking Master Builders and the terrible President Business. That is, if you don’t mind listening to “Everything is Awesome” ad nauseum.

Unfortunately, the sequel isn’t currently on Netflix. You’ll have to rent or buy it through a VOD service like Amazon Prime Video, or try to track down a physical copy. Maybe a good excuse to take a family trip to the local library? —Olivia Bono, Staff Writer

“The LEGO Movie” is currently streaming on Netflix.

“Matilda” (1996) | Netflix | March 1

Evil principals, rude parents, and a teacher sweeter than honey: it is a grown-up world, and Matilda is just living in it. That is, until she realizes she is gifted beyond her intellect. With her newly discovered powers, bullies had best beware. Matilda and her friends take back the school, teaching the grown-ups a few lessons along the way. —Craig Stirland, Contributing Writer

“Matilda” is currently streaming on Netflix.

“Ratatouille” (2007) | Hulu | March 1

It’s crazy to me that “Ratatouille” came out nearly 20 years ago. My mom claims she took my younger sister and me to see it in theaters five times. I was eight, so I can’t fact-check this, but one thing is true—I adored this movie as an eight-year-old, and I adore it now.

“Ratatouille” follows a Parisian rat named Remy (voiced by the very non-Parisian Patton Oswalt) who dreams of becoming a professional chef. He gets there eventually, albeit with some unconventional tactics, and the help of the bumbling yet kind restaurant garbageboy–turned–chef, Alfredo Linguini.

I don’t watch many animated movies (sorry to Pixar lovers), but I stand by the fact that “Ratatouille” is one of the best films ever made. Period. Hop over to Hulu (soon to be dissolved into Disney+, which is likely why this movie is heading to the service this month) and see for yourself—if you somehow haven’t watched it already. —Logan Jones, Staff Writer

“Ratatouille” is currently streaming on Disney+ and Hulu.

“Sonic the Hedgehog” (2020) | Peacock | March 1

After years on Paramount Pictures’ flagship streaming service, Paramount+, “Sonic the Hedgehog” makes its way to NBCUniversal’s streamer, Peacock. I remember seeing this instant classic in the theater with my daughter and thinking they couldn’t have cast a better Sonic than Ben Schwartz (aka Benny Schwaz), comedic king of “Parks and Recreation” and “Comedy Bang Bang” fame. If your kid loves action, adventure, and comedy, the Sonic franchise is sure to deliver (even for adults). Nota bene: Jim Carey plays Sonic’s arch nemesis, Dr. Robotnik. —Mike Strayer, Managing Editor

“Sonic the Hedgehog” is currently streaming on Paramount+ and Peacock, as well as Kanopy and Hoopla. It will leave Peacock at the end of the month.

“The Wild Robot” (2024) | Peacock | March 24

Why do the best kids’ movies always insist on emotionally wrecking us? The animated adaptation of Peter Brown’s “The Wild Robot” did exactly that when I first saw it in theaters two years ago. It follows a shipwrecked service bot who must ditch her programming to survive the wilderness, befriend the local wildlife, and unexpectedly adopt an orphaned goose.

This is easily one of my favorite animated movies of the decade. It beautifully blends Disney and Studio Ghibli vibes with undeniable echoes of Brad Bird’s “The Iron Giant.” The phenomenal voice cast—led by Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, Kit Connor, and the late, great Catherine O’Hara—brings immense heart. If you’re looking for an adventurous movie to stream with the family this month, add “The Wild Robot” to your watchlist immediately, but definitely keep the tissues handy. —Taylor Kujawa, Sports Editor

“The Wild Robot” is currently streaming on Netflix. It will come to Peacock on March 24.

More March kid movies that we love

There are lots more kids movies streaming this March. Check out the list below if you’re looking for more flicks.

More new kids movies streaming in March 2026

March 1

“Evan Almighty” (HBO Max)

“Finding Nemo” (Hulu)

“Frozen” (Hulu)

“Garfield: A Tale of Two Kitties” (Hulu)

“Goosebumps” (Netflix)

“The Indian In The Cupboard” (Paramount+)

“Little Rascals” (Peacock)

“Madagascar” (Peacock)

“Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” (Peacock)

“Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted” (Peacock)

“Megamind” (Peacock)

“Penguins of Madagascar” (Peacock)

“Spy Kids” (Paramount+)

“Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams” (Paramount+)

“Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over” (Paramount+)

“The Swan Princess” (Netflix)

“Toy Story” (Hulu)

“Trolls” (Netflix)

March 9

“Clifford the Big Red Dog” (Netflix)

March 11

“Zootopia 2” (Disney+)

March 20

“Wicked: For Good” (Peacock)

March 21

“The Garfield Movie (2024)” (Hulu)

“The Bad Guys 2” (Netflix)

March 23

“Minions: The Rise of Gru” (Netflix)

March 29

“Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank” (Hulu)