Best Netflix Movies for Kids in May 2026: Swapped with Michael B. Jordan, Jumanji, and 15 More Family Picks

Netflix's Kids Movie Library Is Better Than You Think

One of Netflix's most underrated strengths is its surprisingly deep children's movie collection. This month's additions include the animated debut Swapped, featuring the voice talents of recent Oscar winner Michael B. Jordan, plus the timeless Jumanji starring Robin Williams. Here are the best picks for your family movie night.

New Arrivals You Shouldn't Miss

Swapped (2026) — Netflix's brand-new animated adventure follows Ollie (voiced by Michael B. Jordan), a sea otter-like creature who switches bodies with Ivy (voiced by Juno Temple), a colorful bird. Together they must find a way to reverse the swap while facing the Firewolf, an entity threatening to destroy everything they hold dear. It's a charming world-building effort with talking animals, wood and fire gods, and tree creatures dispensing wisdom. Not quite Pixar-level classic, but definitely worth a family watch.

Jumanji (1995) — The original board-game-gone-wild adventure is one of the first movies Robin Williams made after Mrs. Doubtfire, and it holds up beautifully. When rich pre-teen Alan Parish (Adam Hann-Byrd) plays the mysterious Jumanji game in 1969, he vanishes. Twenty-six years later, Judy and Peter Shepherd (Kirsten Dunst and Bradley Pierce) discover the game in Alan's abandoned mansion and unleash chaos on their small town.

What Makes Netflix's Kids Library Special

Unlike Disney+, which leans heavily on its own IP, Netflix curates a diverse mix of animated originals, classic theatrical releases, and hidden gems. The addition of Swapped proves the platform is investing in original animated content that can compete with the Despicable Me franchise and Pixar's output.

For parents looking to keep the kids entertained this month, Swapped and Jumanji are the standouts. But the full list of 17 recommended titles means there's something for every age group — from toddlers who need gentle animated fare to older kids ready for the thrilling chaos of Williams' most iconic family role. (๑>◡<๑)