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15 Latest Disney Movies to Watch with Family

Written by Gerryaldo

Disney consistently delivers captivating entertainment. Mastering both animated and live-action films, the company excels in bringing enchanting stories to life. While some movies may not always meet expectations, Disney's releases never fail to capture global attention.

In this article, we're not focusing on the greatest Disney classics, but rather offering suggestions for the newest Disney films that remain fresh and enjoyable for viewers. Keep reading to discover our top picks for family-friendly Disney movies that are sure to delight!

Wish, directed by Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn from Walt Disney Animation Studios, is a musical animated film that made its enchanting debut in 2023.

The story centers on Asha, a spirited 17-year-old girl, and her beloved pet goat, Valentino. Together, they embark on a remarkable journey to the Kingdom of Rosas, a mystical place off the Iberian Peninsula where wishes are said to come to life. This kingdom, however, is under the shadow of King Magnifico, a ruler with a notorious reputation for his evil deeds.

Asha, a firm believer in the power of will and determination, and the magic of the stars, makes a heartfelt wish. In a twist of fate, her call is answered by Star, a real celestial star that descends from the sky to aid her. This unlikely alliance between Asha and the magical star Star sets them on a courageous quest to challenge King Magnifico and change the fate of Rosas.

Their battle is not just against the tyrannical king, but for the hope of a brighter future for the people of Rosas. Asha dreams of a kingdom where happiness and prosperity reign, and with Star by her side, she's ready to make that dream a reality.

2. Dashing Through the Snow

Year 2023
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Cast Ludacris Madison Skye Validum Teyonah Parris Lil Rel Howery
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This movie, despite its simple storyline, has a deep moral lesson about the spirit of Christmas. The movie tells the story of Eddie Garrick who lost his Christmas spirit due to something traumatic he experienced as a child. Now, he is a single father raising his daughter Charlotte.

Eddie and his wife are already divorced, and when Christmas Eve approaches, it's Eddie's turn to go out with his daughter. However, their plans change when they encounter Santa Claus, known as Nick, who enters their home through the chimney. This marks the first time Nick has been seen by humans.

And this is when Eddie, Charlotte and Santa Nick's Christmas Eve adventure begins. Together, they embark on a journey to help Nick deliver presents, navigating various challenges along the way. Enjoy the heartwarming journey in "Dashing Through the Snow" as they discover the true meaning of Christmas.


Based on Marvel Comics, "The Marvels" is directed by Nia DaCosta, who is known for her work on films like Candyman and Little Woods. Serving as a sequel to Captain Marvel, the movie follows the journey of three female superheroes who join forces for a mission.

Carol Danvers, or Captain Marvel, investigates a wormhole linked to the Kree, an alien race. Along the way, she realizes that her powers are linked to Ms. Marvel and Monica Rambeau. This makes them start swapping places every time they use their powers.

Based on this discovery, Captain Marvel, Ms. Marvel, and Monica Rambeau decide to team up and face every task and challenge together. Imagine the excitement of these three superheroes working together! Get ready to watch The Marvels and see their exciting journey.

In a future setting, this movie unfolds a conflict between humans and AI (artificial intelligence) robots. Joshua (John David Washington), a former special forces agent, is brought in for a crucial mission: to eliminate The Creator, an AI architect who has always managed to escape various capture attempts.

It's rumored that The Creator has built a secret weapon, powerful enough to destroy humanity. Joshua and his team venture into enemy lands in search of this feared weapon. Surprisingly, they find that the weapon is actually an AI uniquely designed to look like a child.

Directed by Gareth Edwards, this sci-fi film stars John David Washington, Gemma Chan, and Ken Watanabe. Released in the United States in September 2023, it has been hailed by movie critics as potentially the best sci-fi movie of the year.

Get ready for another exciting mystery with Hercule Poirot in A Haunting in Venice, following his last adventure in Murder on the Orient Express. Having retired after World War II, Poirot lives a solitary life in Venice until he is unexpectedly visited by famous mystery novelist Ariadne Oliver (Tina Fey).

On the eve of Halloween, Oliver challenges Poirot (Kenneth Branagh), to prove that séances are not real. Intrigued, Poirot agrees, and they head to the palazzo of Rowena Drake (Kelly Reilly), a place whispered to be haunted by ghosts of the past.

The night takes a dark turn when a psychic is murdered during the séance, which encourages Poirot to once again use his detective skills to uncover the culprit.

Unlike other Agatha Christie adaptations, A Haunting in Venice blends horror and supernatural elements with the classic mystery genre of Hercule Poirot films. Are you curious about what happens? Watch "A Haunting in Venice" to find out!

Ben Matthias is an astrophysicist who has turned to ghost hunting to uncover clues about the tragic death of his wife, Alyssa. Alyssa was known to be a paranormal tour guide. Ben's journey leads him to a haunted mansion now owned by Gabbie, a doctor's widow, and her son, Travis.

The terrifying aura of the house forces Ben to team up with Pastor Kent, an exorcist, and Harriet, a psychic, to confront its chilling inhabitants.

Their investigation reveals the tragic history of the mansion, involving William Gracey and the psychic Madame Leota, as well as the malevolent Hatbox Ghost, also known as Alistair Crump. This ghost needs the soul of the thousandth person to escape from the mansion.

Directed by Justin Simien, this supernatural comedy film features a cast including LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish, and Owen Wilson.

7. Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

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Cast Harrison Ford Phoebe Waller-Bridge Mads Mikkelsen Antonio Banderas
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In 1944, the American archaeologist and adventurer, Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford), teams up with his good friend Basil Shaw (Toby Jones) to prevent Nazi Jürgen Voller (Mads Mikkelsen) from stealing a mysterious watch known as the Antikythera.

After they successfully protect the Antikythera, Basil becomes obsessed and discovers its potential for danger. Before his death, Basil entrusts Jones with the task of keeping the artifact safe from everyone, especially Voller.

Twenty-five years later, Jones is taken aback by Voller's unexpected return. Voller's goal is not just to obtain the Antikythera but he is also working with the US government in a space race against the Soviet Union. With NASA's support and his own ambition for global domination, Voller's pursuit of the Antikythera becomes more threatening.

Determined to prevent disaster, Jones decides to act. He joins forces with Basil's daughter Helena, who loves adventure and history, to confront Voller. Their journey is filled with dangerous situations that put their lives at risk. Dive into the thrilling tale in "Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny!"

8. World's Best

Year 2023
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Cast Manny Magnus Utkarsh Ambudkar Punam Patel
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This heartwarming and funny musical movie tells the story of a boy named Prem Patel who is chasing his dreams. Living with his mother Priya after the loss of his father, Patel is known for his extraordinary talent in math.

Patel's journey to discover his true self begins with a mission to understand his father's legacy. This mission takes an unexpected turn when his father appears to him and reveals his identity. It turns out, his father was a famous rapper, and this revelation inspires Patel to explore the world of rap music, stepping beyond his comfort zone in math.

Despite some skepticism from his friends, Patel grows more determined to follow in his father's footsteps and become a rap star. Will Prem succeed in his new musical venture? What's next for this math whiz with aspirations to make it big in the rap scene?

9. Elemental: Forces of Nature

Year 2023
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Cast Mamoudou Athie Leah Lewis
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Elemental is a heartwarming animation set in a vibrant city where beings of water, fire, earth, and air coexist in an extraordinary balance. At the center of this tale is Ember, a fiery and spirited girl who runs her family's convenience store, representing the fire elementals of the city.

Disaster strikes when a water pipe bursts, flooding Ember's store. This incident brings Wade, a calm and caring water elemental, to her doorstep, marking the beginning of an unusual friendship. However, their growing bond coincides with an unprecedented crisis - a catastrophic flood that poses a dire threat to the fire inhabitants of the city.

Amidst this turmoil, Wade discovers his deep-seated feelings for Ember. As the flood endangers the very essence of the fire community, Wade's resolve to protect Ember intensifies. Together, they navigate this challenge, combining their strengths to avert the disaster and save their city.

In a touching climax, Ember and Wade, representing the fusion of fire and water, unite in marriage, symbolizing hope and unity amidst diversity. Their union is a testament to the possibility of harmony between differing elements.

Drawing inspiration from director Peter Sohn's upbringing as an immigrant in the culturally rich landscape of New York City, Elemental is a celebration of diversity. It underscores the message that differences, while inherent in any society, can be the foundation for strength, unity, and love.

Fans of Stephen King are in for a treat as the author's short story "The Boogeyman" gets its big-screen adaptation in 2023, directed by Rob Savage. The movie, brought to life with some changes by screenwriters Scott Beck, Bryan Woods, and Mark Heyman, promises to be a thrilling experience.

The story centers around Sadie Harper (played by Sophie Thatcher) and her younger sister Sawyer, who are grappling with the loss of their mother. They long for more attention from their father, Will (Chris Messina), a busy therapist. Unfortunately, Will struggles to give his daughters the support and care they desperately need.

Things get worse when a man battling severe depression seeks Will's help. His arrival inadvertently brings a dangerous threat to Will's daughters. A mysterious and malevolent entity, drawn by the man's presence, begins to haunt Will's family.

How Will plans to protect his daughters from this sudden and mysterious danger that has invaded their lives?

Everyone knows the classic tale of Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid. Now, it comes to life in a live-action film featuring a beautiful mermaid named Ariel (Halle Bailey).

Ariel is fascinated by humans and the world above the sea. This worries her father, King Triton (Javier Bardem). He believes humans are dangerous, a fear rooted in a tragic past event where Ariel's mother was captured and killed by humans.

Despite her father's concerns, Ariel still dreams of living on land and becoming human. Her wish grows stronger when she falls in love with Prince Eric (Jonah Hauer-King), whom she met by chance.

Driven by her desire, Ariel trades her voice for human legs to join the land dwellers and meet Prince Eric. However, this transformation comes with several risky conditions. Will Ariel succeed in her mission for love and a life on land with Prince Eric?

Featuring a cast of rising stars like Isaiah Russell-Bailey, Mckenna Grace, Billy Barratt, Orson Hong, Thomas Boyce, and Scott Mescudi, this movie takes us to 2257, where we dive into the lives of moon miners.

The story reveals that many people are stuck in a 20-year work contract, dreaming of the day they can relocate to a new planet called Omega. Among them was Caleb's father (played by Isaiah Russell-Bailey), a moon miner who sadly passed away without reaping the rewards of his hard work.

Following his father's passing, Caleb, alongside his three closest friends, Dylan (Billy Barratt), Borney (Orson Hong), and Marcus (Thomas Boyce), and an Earth girl named Addison (Mckenna Grace), embark on an exploration of a mysterious crater.

Their journey is filled with challenges, but it's also packed with fascinating discoveries. What does their adventure hold? What secrets will they uncover during their exploration?

The Guardians of the Galaxy are busy rebuilding Knowhere, alongside the people they rescued in past missions. During their work, Rocket (Bradley Cooper) is suddenly attacked by Adam Warlock (Will Poulter), leaving him with serious injuries and in a critical state. Peter (Chris Pratt) and Nebula (Karen Gillan) rush to save Rocket, but they first need to deactivate the emergency button on his body.

Peter and Nebula set out to find the code for Rocket's emergency button. They seek help from the Ravagers. Meanwhile, Gamora, also part of the mission, tries to sneak into the Orgosphere, where the code is kept. Unfortunately, her presence is detected by the guards, which triggers a fierce battle.

Drax (Dave Bautista) is badly injured in the confrontation. Despite the challenges, Peter's team manages to secure the code, which ultimately saves Rocket's life.

Shortly after, Rocket is asked to lead the Guardians' next mission. This gesture honors the bond between Rocket and the team after learning how dark Rocket's life was before meeting them. Rocket is happy that after a harrowing period of being a High Evolutionary test, he can get his freedom with the Guardians.

Based on the 1904 story "Peter Pan: Peter & Wendy" by the well-known author J.M. Barrie, the Walt Disney production company created a live-action film called "Peter Pan & Wendy." Directed by David Lowery, this movie takes us on the adventures of Peter Pan, Wendy, and her younger brothers.

The adventure starts with Wendy (Ever Anderson), who doesn't want to grow up. Peter Pan (Alexander Molony) senses this and quickly invites Wendy, along with her two younger brothers, John (Joshua Pickering) and Michael (Jacobi Jupe), to Neverland. Neverland is a magical place where they don’t have to worry about growing up.

Just minutes after arriving in this magical land, their journey seems to go smoothly. However, it isn't long before they run into trouble with Peter Pan’s enemy, Captain Hook (Jude Law). Captain Hook immediately sets his sights on Peter Pan and his friends.

To bring back peace to Neverland, which Captain Hook has disrupted, Peter and his friends quickly start looking for ways to defeat Captain Hook and his crew.

Set in the exciting world of sports, this movie centers on a teenager named Chang (Bloom Li). Chang takes up basketball to impress Kristy (Zoe Renee), the girl he has a crush on. Before this, he was part of the marching band.

Despite being self-conscious about his height, Chang is motivated to play basketball after a tough moment with Matt (Chase Liefeld). This leads to a challenge between them: Chang bets he can make a slam dunk.

Eager to prove himself, Chang looks for a coach to help him conquer the slam dunk, despite not being very tall. What will Chang's training lead to? Can he show Matt what he's really capable of?

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