Best Children's/Family Films of 1997
A Christmas Carol
This animated retelling of ... Upon seeing the error of his ways, Scrooge reforms and attempts to bring good cheer to the Cratchit family. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Sesame Street: Telling The Truth
Why children should always ... "Kids Guide to Life" series, this simple, straightforward story makes this video perfect for children ages three to six. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Rusty: The Great Rescue
A courageous canine protects ... family from dastardly criminals. Hal Holbrook and Rue McClanahan star. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Get a Clue!
Based on the acclaimed ... of receiving a $20 million reward. The live-action adventure stars Ashley Peldon, Diane Ladd, Sally Kirkland, and Ray Walston. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Invisible Dad
A young inventor is ... into a real-life invisible man. Now the boy must somehow find a way to get him back to normal. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Jungle 2 Jungle
A man finds the ... from his aquarium. Jungle 2 Jungle is an Americanized remake of the French comedy Un Indien Dans la Ville. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella
Seen on ABC's Wonderful ... in 1994 when Houston joined executive producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron (the team responsible for the TV Gypsy). [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Hercules
Disney's animation team dipped ... Hercules, two years before he became a chart-topping sensation in America with his hit single "Livin' la Vida Loca." [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Casper: A Spirited Beginning
Billed as a prequel ... ghost by taking him to Applegate Manor, the town's haunted house, and introducing him to the riotous Ghostly Trio. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Toothless
In this lighthearted family-oriented ... At first she makes a rather acerbic wraith, but things change after she makes friends with a troubled child. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Babes in Toyland
This highly acclaimed animated ... holiday for children everywhere. The heroic children receive help from Toyland residents, Tom Piper, Mary Lamb and Humpty Dumpty. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Borrowers
Peter Hewitt (Tom and ... Pete Lender (Bradley Pierce) has become friends with Arrietty -- an alliance leading toward a method of thwarting Potter. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Angels in the Endzone
In this youth-oriented comedy, ... grieving football player and his losing team receives a little help from above in order to become champions. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
My Teacher Ate My Homework
This mild horror outing ... boy's attempts to prevent the evil spirit living within a voodoo doll from taking possession of his school teacher. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Wild America
Based on the true ... on national television in 1977, and all three brothers became documentarians and served as advisers on this film biography. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Mr. Magoo
Action-adventure director Stanley Tong ... Jim Backus) led to two Oscars -- for the jazz-scored Rooty Toot Toot(1952) and the CinemaScope When Magoo Flew(1955). [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Boys Will Be Boys
In this family-oriented action ... settle their differences long enough to stop the crooked business rivals who are trying to destroy their father's career. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Keeping the Promise
This outdoor adventure is ... boy struggles to survive and keep a promise when his father does not return from a trip to Massachusetts. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Little Bigfoot 2: The Journey Home
In this youth-oriented adventure, ... trio of children help a lost Sasquatch escape hunters and return safely to his remote mountain home. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Sesame Street: Get Up and Dance
If you're looking for ... dancers include Rosie O'Donnell, Michael Chang, Garth Brooks, and Maya Angelou. Great active fun for ages two to six. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Pippi Longstocking
This animated musical is ... two idiotic thieves who try to steal Pippi's money. Songs include"Pluttifikation" and "A Bowler and a New Gold Tooth." [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Treasure Island
Young Jim Hawkins and ... same treasure located on a mysterious map in this animated adaptation of the timeless classic by Robert Louis Stevenson. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Zeus and Roxanne
This children's story of ... wife. Jordan, together with Mary Beth's daughters, try to ignite a romance between their parents, who are both unattached. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Island on Bird Street
A young boy learns ... The Island on Bird Street was a multiple award-winner in its screenings at the 1997 Berlin International Film Festival. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Fairy Tale: A True Story
Two young girls who ... a hoax performed as a "little joke" and that she was always surprised that so many people believed them. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Tons of Trouble
Where does a seven-ton ... the sort of secret that's easy to keep hidden. The cast includes Karen Black, R.D. Call, and John Laughlin. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Second Jungle Book: Mowgli and Baloo
A prequel to The ... the jungle, where the mad King Murphy (Roddy McDowall) rules over a monkey empire and becomes Mowgli's unlikely ally. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Air Bud
The heartwarming story of ... by the film's producers shooting baskets on the "Stupid Pet Tricks" segment of The Late Show with David Letterman. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Cats Don't Dance
This animated comedy for ... Randy Newman wrote several original songs for the film, and Gene Kelly was a consultant for the character's choreography. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Adventures of Young Brave
Dirk Benedict, Barbara Carrera, ... he needs to perform one more act of bravery before he'll be allowed to return to the spirit world. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Leave It to Beaver
The Cleaver Family makes ... the original TV series, plays Eddie's father here, and Barbara Billingsley, the original June Cleaver, appears as Aunt Martha. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Alone in the Woods
In this outdoor adventure ... young boy uses his ingenuity and expertise to save a toy magnate's daughter from a goofy pair of kidnappers. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
A Kid in Aladdin's Palace
This sequel to A ... of a teenage pizza delivery driver who finds a magic lamp and soon has a genie on his side. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Hollywood Safari
The animal movie Hollywood ... happening and must, with the help of their sons, stop an overly enthusiastic deputy from killing the wrong creature. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
True Heart
Two city kids gain ... implicate Khonanesta in the illegal activities of the game poachers. True Heart also features Michael Gross and Dey Young. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Warriors of Virtue
A children's fantasy adventure, ... Master Chung (Chao-Li Chi), an ancient guru who rules the Roos' kingdom. But only Ryan can read the manuscript. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Joey
This Australian animal adventure ... youths take off to reunite Joey with the kidnapped kangaroos. Sydney street scenes shown here are actually in Brisbane. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Walking Thunder
A family has many ... while visiting the western United States. While there, they encounter a Native American trader and a fearsome albino bear. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Phoenix and the Carpet
Previously adapted for British ... time out. Dramatized by Helen Creswell, this version of The Phoenix and the Carpet ran for six 30-minute episodes. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Home Alone 3
For the third film ... spies finally turn their attentions toward Alex, unaware that he has rigged devices to cleverly booby-trap his entire house. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie
Based on the hit ... the forces of universal good and evil includes plenty of karate and kick-boxing around a seething cauldron of lava. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Land Before Time V: The Mysterious Island
When locusts eat up ... the food in the Great Valley, it is up to Littlefoot and his dino-pals to save their hungry elders. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Free Willy 3: The Rescue
In the third installment ... 2: The Adventure Home, Free Willy 3: The Rescue used mechanical and animated whales rather than flesh-and-blood aquatic mammals. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Teletubbies [TV Series]
Imported from England, this ... with the Itsy Bitsy Entertainment Co., the weekday series premiered in the U.S. April 6, 1998 on PBS. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Midas Touch
In this youthful fantasy, ... the dark side of his power appears when he accidentally turns his beloved grandmother into a solid gold statue. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Incredible Genie
An adolescent boy learns ... of being careful what he wishes for after he meets a genie willing to grant him anything he desires. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Under Wraps
Set during Halloween, this ... adventure centers on the efforts of three kids to save an ancient mummy from a criminal. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Annabelle's Wish
In this animated comedy/drama ... country music star Randy Travis narrates the story, and Alison Krauss and Nanci Griffith contribute songs to the soundtrack. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Pooh's Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin
In this animated story ... to Skull Island; he bands together Tigger, Piglet and Rabbit to stage a rescue mission as only they can. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Angel In Training
A 12-year-old girl needs ... gets a boost from an unexpected friend -- her guardian angel. Co-directed by onetime Orson Welles associate Gary Graver. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Amazing Feats of Young Hercules/Young Pocahontas
This video features two ... with either of the recent animated features from Disney featuring these characters, or the live-action television series Young Hercules. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Hercules & Xena: The Battle For Mount Olympus
Hercules and Xena assume ... to the world. Will Hercules, Xena and their fellow warriors be able to retake Mount Olympus against such adversaries? [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Animaland
David Hand was a ... they appear in beautifully restored form on this video. A must for animation enthusiasts and kids of all ages. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Kingdom II: Shadoan
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Witches in Stitches
Grab the kids, turn ... three wacky witches who embark on one hilarious adventure after another with a cast of ghosts, goblins, and ghouls. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Cabbage Patch Kids: The Screen Test
The Cabbage Patch Kids ... it takes to become a hero, they quickly find that, deep inside, everybody has the capacity to inspire greatness. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Robin Hood Gang
In this comedy-adventure story ... Angels in the Attic, The Robin Hood Gang features Brenda Price, Scott Christopher, and Dalin Christiansen in supporting roles. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Rainbow Fish: The Rainbow Fish and Dazzle the Dinosaur
In this adaptation of ... as part of the series Doors of Wonder, an anthology of screen versions of acclaimed stories for young people. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Rugrats: A Rugrats Vacation
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Sesame Street: 123 Count with Me
Join Ernie at the ... as he teaches the colorful and furry guests counting skills with a little song, dance, and his signature snicker. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Big Space Shuttle
Filmed on location at ... footage highlights this exciting trip. Young adventurers will not be disappointed in this Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award-winning video. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Sesame Street: Fiesta!
Learn to do Elmo's ... and Linda Ronstadt. Kids will be singing "uno, dos, tres" in no time. Recommended for ages two to five. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Sesame Street: Quiet Time
Telly Monster, Rosita, Oscar ... activities he can do during quiet time. A good selection for nap-time preparation. Recommended for ages two to five. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Toy Town Story Adventures
Refine your manners as ... at life in an era where good social skills were essential in making a positive impression on your peers. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
So Smart! Sights and Sounds
Intended to stimulate babies' ... the music. Participating in these activities together may be another way for parents and small children to have fun. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Veggie Tales: Very Silly Songs!
Little kids love to ... enjoy following along, while preschoolers can sing and dance around to the music. Recommended for ages three to seven. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Veggie Tales: Larry-Boy & the Fib from Outer Space! - A Lesson in Telling the Truth
Junior Asparagus is in ... young children on up to the parents and grandparents who will watch it with them over and over again. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Veggie Tales: Josh and the Big Wall - A Lesson in Obedience
The Bible story of ... and the battle of Jericho is cleverly told by the computer-animated Veggie Tales. Best for ages five to eight. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Baby's First Impressions: Opposites
The fifth volume of ... Best Video of the Year by Child magazine. It has also been awarded the Family Channel seal of approval. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Baby's First Impressions: Animals
In this video program, ... has won numerous awards, including the Family Channel's Seal of Approval and a number one ranking by Parenting Magazine. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Balloon Farm
A man proves that ... Harvey Potter's Balloon Farm by Jerdine Nolen; it premiered on the television anthology series The Wonderful World of Disney. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Hola Amigos, Vol. 1
Parents' Choice approved and ... The animated language course is suitable for children ages four to nine and includes a word review study guide. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Families of the World: Families of Mexico
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Adventures from the Book of Virtues: Courage
This program is part ... This episode considers the virtue of courage through illustrative stories, including "The Minotaur," "The Brave Mice," and "William Tell." [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Adventures from the Book of Virtues: Honesty
This program is part ... honesty through illustrative stories, including "The Frog Prince," "George Washington and the Cherry Tree," "The Indian Cinderella," and "Truth." [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Adventures from the Book of Virtues: Faith
This program is part ... the virtue of faith through illustrative stories, including "Daniel in the Lion's Den," "The 23rd Psalm," and "Harriet Tubman." [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Easter Story Keepers
A family facing a ... Storykeepers features the voice talents of Robert Guillaume, Tim Curry, Debby Boone, Adam Wylie, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and others. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Hola Amigos, Vol. 2
Join the delightful chihuahua ... soccer. The animated language lesson ends up on the beach for playtime. A word review study guide is included. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Hola Amigos, Vol. 3
Brought to us by ... the adventure with a trip to Monkey Island. The tape runs 55 minutes and includes a word study guide. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
How the Toys Saved Christmas
In this animated feature ... them off come Christmas morning, they band together to foil his plan and reach their intended homes on time. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Goosebumps: Werewolf of Fever Swamp
Based on the R.L. ... friend introduces him to the werewolf that lives in the swamp, and a threat falls on his own family. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
National Geographic Kids: Animal Holiday
Who could guess that ... family will want to sing along with the otters, reindeer, and pandas as they get into the holiday spirit. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
National Geographic Kids: Creepy Creatures
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Baby's First Impressions: Food Fun
This Small Fry Production ... introduction for toddlers and a refreshing recipe for all those parents who have forgotten the importance of healthy eating. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Baby's First Impressions: Head to Toe
This award-winning educational video ... a background of bright colors and music maintains the attention span of the child within a positive learning environment. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Eyewitness: Plant
Part of the Eyewitness ... building materials. The Eyewitness episode also discusses the delicate balance which must be maintained between animal and plant life. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Eyewitness: Pond and River
Part of the Eyewitness ... a variety of lakes, rivers, and ponds, catching sight of mean-spirited piranha and gregarious river dolphins along the way. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Pokemon: Mewtwo Returns
One of the most ... can reside. When Ash, Misty, and Brock go to find Pikachu, they're in for a fight to the finish. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Peter & the Wolf
Written by Sergei Prokofiev ... inspire some youngsters to become interested in ballet just as the music may appeal to budding classical music aficionados. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Do Ewe Share
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Do Ewe Sing
The animated television series ... Do Ewe Trust". The program also includes one new number, "Goodnight Song," which is available only on this video. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Adventures in Odyssey: A Stranger Among Us
In this animated story, ... a nearby prison. Can these two kids learn to think for themselves and not make judgments about new people? [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Adventures in Odyssey: Baby Daze
In the episode "Baby ... adventure is number 13 in a series and contains pro-life Christian messages. Made for kids ages six and up. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Adventures in Odyssey: Electric Christmas
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Adventures in Odyssey: Go West Young Man
John Avery Whittaker has ... handle, and Dylan has to decide if it's more important to keep his word, or save his own life. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Adventures in Odyssey: In Harm's Way
In the episode "In ... contains Biblical references to the scripture 1 Sam. 16:7 and Matt. 25:40. Made for kids ages eight and up. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Freezerburnt Christmas
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Jungle Emperor Leo
Leo, a rare white ... talking. To make matters worse, a highly contagious germ is devastating what little jungle the mercenaries haven't destroyed themselves. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
No More Baths
When greedy land developers ... friends learn an important lesson in responsibility as they come to the aid of an old friend in need. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Tiny Heroes
When Dr. Owl is ... Families, this animated feature was directed by Jeno Koltai and Joszef Gemes and includes lessons on friendship and courage. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Popular Mechanics for Kids [TV Series]
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Fairies: Fairies Cook, Vol. 2
Artist Shirley Barber takes ... collection of mystical animated stories and songs filled with fairies and magical lands in Fairies: Fairies Cook, Vol. 2. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Fairies: Music and Stories From Fairyland
Fairies: Music and Stories ... Duck," and "A Visit to Fairyland." It is possible to have children read-along with the stories on the screen. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Barney: Aleph Bet
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The Littlest Angel
In the realm of ... wings of his fellow angels, his big heart ultimately proves that you can't judge an angel by their halo. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Los Cuentos del Bosque
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The Ugly Duckling in The Christmas of the Ugly Duckling
The Christmas of the ... a pig named Nico, in order to help a snowman achieve his goal of becoming a bright, twinkling star. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Ugly Duckling Goes on Vacation
The animated family friendly ... rooster named Mariano. During the course of their summer they interact with a variety of outlandish characters including goblins. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
The Ugly Duckling in Tales of Elves and Dragons
The animated family friendly ... They meet a variety of interesting characters, including an elf and a dragon, during their attempts to return home. [ best children's/family films - 1997 ]
Plaza Sesamo: Bienvenida La Primavera
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