Memories of childhood were the dreams that stayed with us for the rest of our lives after we had woken up. From playing in the park to making our first friends, and of course, reading our first books and watching our first movies. These 5 spectacular childhood movies are all on Netflix for you to re-watch today.
Based on the best-selling children author’s book, Roald Dahl, Matilda is adapted into a magical and movie and you can watch it now on Netflix! Matilda is the story of a little girl with a horrible upbringing, both at home and school – until, of course, she meets Ms. Honey and becomes her prodigy. Through her intelligence and skills, Matilda then realizes she has telekinetic powers – meaning, she can move things using her mind – and she definitely uses it to her advantage!
Based on the renowned childhood book by Dr. Suess, The Cat in the Hat is one of the most popular childhood movies based in a utopian-like world full of colors, sunshine, and perfection. When siblings Sally and Conrad find themselves home alone, a fun-loving talking cat visits them along with his friends, leading to utter pandemonium in the house. The charm and spunk of this movie never goes out of style. Watch it on Netflix now!
Oh, the joy of opening up that chocolate bar and finding a golden ticket to Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory! Another Roald Dahl book adapted into its second version of the film is on Netflix. Join Charlie, Violet, Augustus, Veruca, and Mike in their journey through the mystical world of none other than chocolate and sweets. Tables turn when Oompa Loompas begin to sabotage the tour under the control of none other than Wonka himself and it becomes a process of elimination.
This one’s definitely a tear-jerker! Expand your imagination alongside Leslie, a rich city girl, and Jesse, a poor country boy when they discover a rope that swings across the lake into the woods. This enchanting tale is magical, beautiful, and emotional. If there is one unforgettable movie from our childhood that you can watch on Netflix it is ‘Bridge to Terabithia’.
If you were a Studio Ghibli fan as a child, you absolutely loved this movie. In this animated feature, 10-year-old Chihiro and her parents stumble upon a seemingly abandoned amusement park. After her mother and father are turned into giant pigs, Chihiro meets the mysterious Haku, who explains that the park is a resort for supernatural beings who need a break from their time spent in the earthly realm and that she must work there to free herself and her parents. If you loved this anime fantasy as a child, make sure to re-watch it on Netflix today.
