While the turkey is the star of the show, Thanksgiving is also a wonderful opportunity to spend uninterrupted quality time with the people for whom you are most grateful. While there is nothing better than cuddling up and watching a Thanksgiving movie, there is nothing better than a lively evening full of kid-friendly crafts and party activities.
As soon as you finish your slice of pie, grab the remote and start watching one of these Disney+ Thanksgiving movies. They may be lacking in turkeys and cornucopias, but the major components of the November holiday — returning to your hometown, watching football beneath the lights, and sharing a great dinner with loved ones — are all prominent in all of these films. With your Disney+ membership, you can watch a wide range of movies, including iconic cartoons (101 Dalmatians), family-friendly comedy (Frozen), karaoke-worthy musicals (Hamilton), and touching dramas (Remember the Titans).
Be sure to check out our Thanksgiving Disney Recipes here!
1The Greatest Showman (2017)
2Miracle on 34th Street (1994)
Sure, it may be classified as a Christmas movie, but Miracle on 34th Street is really about the power of believing — an important reminder well before December 25. A few of the movie’s biggest scenes even take place on Thanksgiving: In the film, a department store hires Kris Kringle (Edmund Gwenn) to take Santa’s spot during the Thanksgiving Parade — and then learns to accept that he’s the real deal.
3Frozen (2013)
4Home Alone (1990)
When Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) is abandoned by his family, he must come up with ways to defend his home from a pair of burglars — a tar-covered staircase, a scalding hot door handle, to name a few. Maybe you should wait to watch this movie until after your guests leave just in case it gives your kids some ideas.
5Lilo & Stitch (2002)
Stitch said it best: “Ohana means family. Family means no one gets left behind.” In this classic cartoon, Lilo (Daveigh Chase) learns the beauty of friendship — and family — after forming a bond with Stitch (Chris Sanders), a cute alien creature who escaped from another galaxy. An important reminder for us all!
6Ratatouille (2007)
7Hamilton (2020)
8The Emperor’s New Groove (2000)
If you’re looking for a good laugh, The Emperor’s New Groove is your best bet. It follows the story of Emperor Kuzco (David Spade), who is turned into a llama by Yzma (Eartha Kitt), his former advisor who wants to steal his throne. It’s all fun and games until Kuzco asks Pacha (John Goodman) to help him reclaim his spot.
9Toy Story (1995)
10Toy Story 2 (1999)
11101 Dalmatians (1961)
If you recently watched Cruella, then take a moment to go back to the beginning. In many ways, the live-action take is a prequel to the cartoon classic: Here, we see what happens whens Cruella de Vil kidnaps the Dalmatians with the intention to turn them into fur coats.
12The Parent Trap (1998)
13Remember The Titans (2000)
14The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe (2005)
15Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993)
A few days after the Severs drop their furry family members at a friend’s ranch, the three animals embark on an adventure. Their destination: home sweet home.

Sid Philips is a father of two and a loving husband. He currently resides in Pennsylvania and has been a fan of Disney since his parents took him there in 1980! Sid has visited multiple Disney parks around the world and loves each one!
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