Hotly anticipated children’s film releasing in 2023

A group of children enjoying the cinema

As a new year comes around, there can be plenty to look forward to. Perhaps you’ve planned a large family holiday, or maybe you’re looking forward to celebrating a milestone birthday or anniversary in 2023. As well as life events, there will also be a wealth of cultural events you can enjoy, especially when it comes to the silver screen.

A great children’s film can be a gift. Giving you a chance to catch your breath as little ones settle down to watch, providing all generations with laughs, and many even imparting valuable life lessons to our little ones, they’re often the cornerstone of any busy parent’s schedule.

However, we all know that our kids can be creatures of habit and choose to watch the same films on repeat rather than try something new. But never fear, as there are some wonderful feature-length spectacles due to be released in 2023 that are sure to help you introduce something new to their routine. Read on to discover the most hotly anticipated children’s films due to be released this year.

The most highly anticipated children’s films being released in 2023:

  • The Super Mario Bros. Movie

  • The Little Mermaid

  • Elemental

  • Harold and the Purple Crayon

  • Trolls 3

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

UK Release Date: 31st March 2023

Rating: PG (for action and mild violence)

Is there a video franchise more beloved by families than Super Mario? Whether it’s working through traditional side-scroller legends or getting slightly too competitive during an intense session of Mario Kart, Mario is a character many of us have already welcomed into our homes. However, 2023 brings something new as The Super Mario Bros. Movie releases.

The Little Mermaid

UK Release Date: 26th May 2023

Rating: PG (for action/peril and some scary images)

Disney has been on a run of live-action remakes of its fabled classics, and in 2023, it’s time for The Little Mermaid to shine. A retelling of the well-loved tale of Ariel, a mermaid who wishes to be on the surface with the people, the story will have messages of empowerment and self-belief. And it’s rumoured that four new songs will be introduced by none other than Lin-Manual Miranda – what’s not to love?

Elemental

UK Release Date: 16th June 2023

Rating: TBC

Family favourites Disney and Pixar link up once more for this mid-year release. Elemental takes it back to basics, where a city inhabited by fire, water, land and air residents is at the centre of the plot. In the film, we’ll see a classic “opposites attract” story, as fiery Ember meets watery Wade, and a bond is formed.

Harold and the Purple Crayon

UK Release Date: 30th June 2023

Rating: TBC

Inspired by the 1955 children’s book of the same name, Harold and the Purple Crayon might not be a story many in the UK are as familiar with, but over the pond, it’s a classic. Telling the tale of Harold, a young boy with a big imagination and a magic crayon, which makes it, so everything he draws comes to life. With stars such as Zachary Levi and Zooey Deschanel joining the cast, this is due to be a treat.

Trolls Band Together

UK Release Date: 20th October 2023

Rating: TBC

We’re sure there are no parents of young children who haven’t had their lives consumed by the Trolls franchise in recent years. These colourful, fun-loving, and musically diverse characters have become a popular watch for many children, with the covers of popular songs getting stuck in childrens’ and adults’ heads. In 2023, we are treated to the third official instalment, Trolls Band Together. Get ready to get singing!

These are just a selection of the family films being released in 2023, and from these five alone, it’s looking like a great year! We hope whether you’ve got a Trolls-loving toddler or an older child who can’t wait to see their favourite mermaid brought to life, you’ll find a new film for your family favourites list.

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