Kids & Family Movies In Cinemas for October Half Term 2026
The kids are back in school, autumn is on it’s way and it’s time to thing about the movies that will hit the screens in September and October 2026.
The films chosen are all rated U, PG or 12A. You can find out more about what this means here where we explain the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) UK Film Ratings.
Here are the family movies for everyone from toddlers to kids and teens showing nationwide at the moment.
Latest Kids Movies - September 2026
Grab your popcorn - it's time to settle down for this October Half Term’s hottest movies.
Practical Magic 2
If you loved the original 1998 cult movie Practical Magic, you’ll probably be itching to taking the kids to see Practical Magic 2 (Cert 12A) which is out on September 11th 2026.
A multi generational family of witches, cursed to be loveless for centuries, attempts to break the spell by confronting dark secrets and sacrificing for each other.
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock return to their iconic roles in this sequel to the original cult classic, with newcomers Maisie Williams, Joey King and Lee Pace joining the cast.
Shaun The Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom
Shaun the sheep returns to the big screen in Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom (Cert U). Everyone is looking forward to Halloween on Mossy Bottom Farm - until the clumsy Farmer trashes the Flock's beloved pumpkin patch!
But when Shaun turns mad scientist to fix the problem, things rapidly spiral out of control. With the Farmer missing and a wild beast roaming the woods of Mossingham, all the ingredients are in place for a monstrously fun family adventure…
Released on 18th September, it features the voices of CBBC legend Justin Fletcher as well as Kate Harbour and John Sparkes.
Little Monsters 2
In this sequel to 2022’s Little Monsters, careless Finnick loses his invisibility after awakening an ancient staff's magic. Now, all finns are in danger. He and Christine must embark on an adventure to restore his invisibility and save the finns.
Little Monsters 2 (Cert TBC) is released on 18th September 2026.
Forgotten Island
In Forgotten Island (Cert PG) which is set in the Philippines during the 1990s, two childhood friends, Jo and Raissa, promise to remain close forever.
After graduating high school, Raissa prepares to move to the United States for college at the urging of her parents. Fearing the loss of their bond, Jo tries to persuade her to stay. However, the two are suddenly transported through a portal to the fantastical world of the forgotten island of Nakali, where memories gradually fade the longer one remains.
The movie opens on 16th October and features the voices of H.E.R., Liza Soberano, Dave Franco, Jenny Slate, Manny Jacinto, Dolly de Leon, Jo Koy, Ronny Chieng and Lea Salonga.
Tad And The Magic Lamp
The latest instalment of the adventures of Tad Stones opens in the UK on 23rd October.
This Spanish made animated adventure follows the unlikely adventurer and Sara after they became parents of Oli. They come across a genie in the magic lamp that, upon a wish made by their pal Momia, takes them back in time.
They are forced to take measures to prevent history from taking a different course and returning home safely.
Tad and the Magic Lamp (Cert TBC) reunites the English-language voice cast including Trevor White as Tad and Alex Kelly as Sara.
Tad Stones (Tadeo Jones) Free Printables
Still showing
The movies from earlier in the year still showing in some cinemas.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
This summer’s second superhero offering is Spider-Man: Brand New Day (Cert TBC, expected 12A), which is released on 31st July. Following the success of Spider-Man: No Way Home, this new movie marks an entirely new chapter for Peter Parker and Spider-Man.
Four years have passed since the events of No Way Home, and Peter is now an adult living entirely alone, having voluntarily erased himself from the lives and memories of those he loves. He’s devoted himself entirely to protecting his city - a full-time Spider-Man - but as the demands on him intensify, the pressure sparks a surprising physical evolution that threatens his existence, even as a strange new pattern of crimes gives rise to one of the most powerful threats he has ever faced.
It stars Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jon Bernthal, Mark Ruffalo, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Michael Mando and Tramell Tillman.