A trip to the movies during the school holidays is a great outing for families and with many cinemas now offering cheaper tickets it can be an outing you can afford to do once (or even twice) during the holidays.
The great news is there are so many awesome movies for kids out during each school holiday period that appeal to the big kids just as much as the little ones!
We have made a complete guide to what’s on at the movies during the school holidays, so you and your Brisbane Kids know what is coming up and you don’t miss a thing – you can check them out for yourself below.
Please note that release dates are correct at time of publishing. however, they maybe postponed for various reasons. We will update this information as it changes so you are receiving the most up to date information.
Easter Holiday 2024 Movie Releases
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (rated PG)
Release Date: 21 March 2024
When the Spengler family reunites at the legendary New York City firehouse with the original Ghostbusters, they unveil a secret research lab to enhance ghost-busting. But when an ancient artifact unleashes evil, old and new Ghostbusters must unite to save their city and prevent a second Ice Age.
You can check out the trailer for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire here –
Kung Fu Panda 4 (rated PG)
Release Date: 28 March 2024
After nearly a decade hiatus, Jack Black reprises his role as Po in “Kung Fu Panda 4”, bringing laughter and martial arts mayhem. Po, the unlikely kung fu master, faces a new challenge as destiny calls him to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace, signaling a hilarious adventure ahead.
You can check out the trailer for Kung Fu Panda 4 here –
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (rated M)
Release Date: 28 March 2024
This follow-up to Godzilla vs. Kong sees the mighty Kong and the fearsome Godzilla fighting an undiscovered threat that challenges their very existence – and our own. Exploring the origins of these titans and the mysteries of Skull Island, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire uncovers a mythic battle that helped forge them both and tied them together forever.
You can check out the trailer for Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire here –
The Tiger’s Apprentice (rated PG)
Release Date: 4 April 2024
In the heart of San Francisco’s Chinatown, young Tom’s ordinary life takes a fantastical turn as he discovers his grandmother is the guardian of a mysterious phoenix egg and he embarks on a journey to protect the egg alongside a diverse group of creatures embodying the Chinese zodiac.
You can check out the trailer for The Tiger’s Apprentice here –
Richard The Stork And The Mystery Of The Great Jewel (rated PG)
Release Date: 4 April 2024
Adopted by a stork family at a young age, Richard is a sparrow wintering at the Great Lake in Northern Africa. After finding out he will not be leading the stork flock back north after the winter, Richard decides to venture out on his own. On his adventure, he meets Samia and her sparrow flock, who have been captured by greedy peacock Zamano and his evil marabous. In order to free the sparrows, Richard and Samia must work together to solve a riddle and find the Great Jewel.
You can check out the trailer for Richard The Stork And The Mystery Of The Great Jewel here –
Movies later this season (Autumn 2024) & beyond
The Garfield Movie (rated PG)
Release Date: 30 May 2024
Garfield, the famous indoor cat who hates Mondays and loves lasagna, embarks on a thrilling outdoor escapade. Reuniting with his long-lost father, the streetwise cat Vic, Garfield and his loyal companion Odie are thrust from their cushy existence into a hilarious, high-risk heist orchestrated by his father.
You can check out the trailer for The Garfield Movie here –
Inside Out 2 (rating TBC)
Release date: 13 June 2024
After running a fiarly successful operation so far, Riley’s emotions – Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust – are introduced to some new emotions that are not happy to just take a back seat – Envy, Ennui, Anxiety and Embarrassment!
You can check out the trailer for Inside Out 2 here –
To find some old movie favourites to watch on DVD or to stream over the school holidays, or for the best cinema experiences, check out our Movies We Love section. For more fun school holiday ideas make sure you check out our Brisbane Kids Event Calendar, or sign up for our newsletter here.
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