Best Family Shows and Movies to Stream This December

Cozy up this December with kid-friendly picks! From holiday magic to thrilling adventures, here are the best new streaming shows and movies.

December has arrived, bringing chilly weather and the perfect opportunity to snuggle up for a cozy family movie night. This month’s streaming lineup is packed with heartwarming stories, magical adventures and fun for all ages.

Two standout picks to keep on your radar? Mickey and The Many Christmases and That Christmas. Both bring plenty of holiday cheer and family-friendly fun that will light up your December. Check out our top recommendations for what to watch with your loved ones this month.

This article was updated on Nov. 26, 2024, by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Manager, Katina Beniaris. Her work included her research to find the best kid-friendly movies and shows streaming this month. Questions? Please reach out to katina@metroparent.com. 

Our latest streaming picks for families

Mickey and The Many Christmases

Streams Dec. 1, 2024 

  • Where to watch: Disney+

Mickey’s wish for endless Christmas cheer comes true, but he quickly realizes that too much holiday magic can lead to some unexpected chaos!

Streams Dec. 3, 2024

  • Where to watch: Prime Video

Check out new episodes of Angry Birds: Mystery Island’ season one! The series features new Hatchlings—Mia, Rosie, and Buddy—along with a foreign-exchange piglet, Hamylton, who are accidentally sent to an uncharted island. To survive and return home, they must work together to solve the island’s mysteries.

That Christmas

Streams Dec. 4, 2024 

  • Where to watch: Netflix

A crazy snowstorm is about to hit Wellington-on-Sea, which makes it’s an unforgettable Christmas for the townspeople and even Santa. 

Jentry Chau vs the Underworld

Streams Dec. 5, 2024 

  • Where to watch: Netflix

As her 16th birthday nears, an extraordinary teen must confront the fiery powers she’s buried for years and take on her demons—both figurative and real.

The Simpsons Funday Football

Streams Dec. 9, 2024

  • Where to watch: Disney+

If your family loves the Simpsons, then you have to watch this Monday Night Football Game! The Bengals and Cowboys play in the iconic Simpsons world, where you’ll see Bart and Homer part of the action.  

Dream Productions

Streams Dec. 11, 2024 

  • Where to watch: Disney+

Set between Inside Out and Inside Out 2, Pixar’s Dream Productions follows the dream factory in Riley’s mind, where acclaimed director Paula Persimmon must team up with ambitious daydreamer Xeni to craft Riley’s next big dream.

The Dragon Prince: Season 7

Streams Dec. 19, 2024 

  • Where to watch: Disney+

As the world grapples with devastation and sorrow, Callum, Ezran and their friends take on their greatest challenge — putting an end to Aaravos once and for all.


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Katina Beniaris
Katina Beniaris
As audience development manager, Katina Beniaris digs into data to help the Metro Parent team learn about our audiences and tailor better content for them. She has more than five years of experience in content creation.

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