When it comes to family movie night, finding films that everyone can enjoy can be a challenge. Thankfully, UP Faith & Family offers a fantastic selection of movies that are not only entertaining but also safe for all ages. There are several that are even approved by the Parent Television and Media Council. Here are the top 7 family movies to watch this weekend that are sure to bring everyone together.
1. Country Hearts
The daughters of country music and rock & roll royalty find themselves at a crossroads, torn between following their dreams of performing or helping their father run their up-and-coming horse breeding business. Between old flames, new love, best friends and family – they’ll all need the strength of each other to face the next steps. This family film featuring wrestler, Chris Jericho, has the Parents Television and Media Council (PTMC) Seal of Approval.
2. I Can
A young couple’s affair leads to pregnancy, prompting them to leave their spouses and start anew. Their daughter, Katelyn, born with one fully-formed arm, becomes an exceptional softball player, earning a full NCAA scholarship despite her disability. As Katelyn faces a serious injury, her father, Eric, grapples with his past and faith, culminating in a poignant exploration of love, forgiveness, and God’s plan.
3. The Perfect Summer
When 17-year-old Jake and his mom move to live with his grandfather in a quiet coastal town, Jake is certain it’s going to be the worst summer of his life, but when he catches the eye of a beautiful surfer girl, Jake begins to think that there’s more to life than the internet. Now, with the help of his legendary grandfather, Jake will go from surfing the net to surfing the waves.
4. When We Last Spoke
In 1967, two sisters are abandoned and raised by their grandparents in the town of Fireside, where humor, heartbreak and triumph are served with whipped cream and lots of local nuts.
5. Heart of a Champion
When 14-year-old Charlie discovers an abandoned horse, she forms an unbreakable bond while preparing for a barrel racing competition against her biggest school rival. Witness this unforgettable story of determination, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams. This movie has the PTMC Seal of Approval.
6. God Bless the Broken Road
Amber suffers a crisis of faith after losing her husband in combat. Her home is in foreclosure and she is about to lose everything. Just as she is starting to grow attached to Cody, a racecar driver recently arrived to town, he crashes his car during a race and she distances herself from him so that she won’t have to face another loss. In a moment of crisis, she finds her faith again.
7. Adeline
In this PTMC-approved movie based on a true story, a small Midwestern community becomes the epicenter for miracles when a mysterious woman brings a healing horse to town.
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