As the summer break draws to an end, if you are searching for good movies to watch with your toddlers or tweens, these elephant movies should be on your list. After all, kids love the gentle giants and their numerous adventures. These films are apt for every age group and we can guarantee even you will love them. From animated to live-action, there are excellent elephant movies for everyone on this list.
The Great Elephant Escape (1995)
This 1995 family-adventure movie is about an orphan baby elephant named Ellie and two kids, Jomo and Matt. These boys come together to protect the elephant from the poachers in Africa. Together, the trio take an adventurous trip that is full of dangerous yet hilarious encounters.
Dumbo (2019)
This American fantasy period adventure film was released in 2019 and was loved by all, especially kids. The movie shows the journey of Dumbo, a baby elephant with enormous ears. He is constantly ridiculed for his features until Holt, a circus performer, is tasked with caring for the elephant.
However, when it is discovered that Dumbo can fly, a few wicked men try to take advantage of the situation. The movie is a great way to teach kids about body positivity and self-acceptance. You can also watch the animated version of the film of the same name released in 1941.
The One and Only Ivan (2020)
This movie tells an unforgettable tale about the beauty of friendship. The plot also highlights the power of visualization and the significance of the place one calls home. The story shows a gorilla named Ivan trying to piece together his past with the help of elephant Stella. Ivan tries to do this while hatching a plan to escape from captivity. The true story of Ivan, the gorilla, is the inspiration behind this biographical fantasy drama film.
Horton Hears a Who! (2008)
Your kids will love this elephant movie. Horton, an elephant, must protect a speck of dust (a Who) and his family that hosts Mayor Ned McDodd from his jungle mates who experience various changes in their surroundings due to it. The comedy film is based on the 1954 book of the same name by Dr. Seuss.
Holiday in the Wild (2019)
Manhattanite Kate Conrad books a ‘second honeymoon’ with her husband. She does this to keep her spirits high when their son leaves for college, and she suffers from empty nest syndrome. However, her husband ends their marriage just a few days before the trip. Despite this, jilted Kate proceeds to Africa for a solo safari. However, life has other plans for her.
She detours through Zambia, where she helps her pilot, Derek Holliston, rescue an orphaned baby elephant. Then, they nurse him back to health at a local elephant sanctuary. Following this, Kate extends her stay through Christmas time. Will she ever return to New York or begin calling this new place her home? This elephant movie is suitable for young kids as well.
Zoo (2017)
You must watch this movie with your little ones as it tells an extraordinary tale of courage and friendship. Based on an incredible true story, the film shows a young boy and his gang of misfit friends go above and beyond to desperately save a baby elephant during the German air raid bombings of Belfast in 1941.
Apart from these elephant movies, your kids can also watch “The Magician’s Elephant,” “Babar: The Movie” and its sequels, “Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle,” and “The Jungle Book.” These movies are perfect to teach your children the importance of loving animals, forming strong bonds, courage, and friendship.
So, download these movies or rent them on an OTT platform, but do watch these elephant movies with your kids. They will learn something meaningful from every movie. Also, don’t forget to mention which film your kiddos loved the most in the comment section below.
