Family Drama Movies

When her family moves from the city to the suburbs, 11-year-old Margaret navigates new friends, feelings, and the beginning of adolescence.

A coming-of-age story about a young man’s discovery of a shattering family secret and an exploration of the power of movies to help us see the truth about each other…

Finding himself down and out in Los Angeles, ex porn star Mikey Saber decides to crawl back to his hometown of Texas City, Texas, where his estranged wife and mother-in-law…

A teenage murder witness finds himself pursued by twin assassins in the Montana wilderness with a survival expert tasked with protecting him – and a forest fire threatening to consume them all.

A man refuses all assistance from his daughter as he ages. As he tries to make sense of his changing circumstances, he begins to doubt his loved ones, his own mind and even the fabric of his reality.

A tender and sweeping story about what roots us, Minari follows a Korean-American family that moves to an Arkansas farm in search of their own American Dream. The family home changes completely with the arrival of their sly, foul-mouthed, but incredibly loving grandmother. Amidst the instability and challenges of this new life in the rugged Ozarks, Minari shows the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home.

Set against the backdrop of post-Civil War America, this film follows the lives of the four March sisters—Jo, Meg, Amy, and Beth—as they navigate the challenges of growing up, pursuing…

Set in 1927, this film continues the story of the Crawley family and their servants as they prepare for a royal visit from King George V and Queen Mary. The…

A headstrong Chinese-American woman returns to China when her beloved grandmother is given a terminal diagnosis. Billi struggles with her family’s decision to keep grandma in the dark about her own illness as they all stage an impromptu wedding to see grandma one last time.

This 2018 drama, directed by Joel Edgerton, delves into the harrowing journey of a young man forced to attend a conversion therapy program. The film stars Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman,…

Set in the shadow of Disney World, this film follows the adventures of a precocious six-year-old girl named Moonee and her ragtag group of friends over the course of a…

In this poignant drama directed by Kenneth Lonergan, the story follows Lee Chandler, played by Casey Affleck, as he returns to his hometown after the sudden death of his brother….

This 2016 film, directed by the renowned Pedro Almodóvar, delves into the emotional journey of a woman grappling with her past and the mysterious disappearance of her daughter. The narrative…

Set in 1960s Poland, this film follows a young novitiate nun, Anna, who is on the verge of taking her vows when she discovers a dark family secret dating back…

This 2009 film, directed by John Lee Hancock, tells the inspiring true story of Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who becomes an All-American football player with the help…

In this 2009 film directed by Pedro Almodóvar, a blind screenwriter reflects on his past, unraveling a complex tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. The narrative intricately weaves together the…

In this 2006 film directed by Gabriele Muccino, the story follows Chris Gardner, portrayed by Will Smith, as he struggles with homelessness while trying to provide a better life for…

In this 2002 drama directed by Adrian Lyne, a seemingly perfect suburban marriage is tested when the wife, played by Diane Lane, embarks on a passionate affair with a younger…

In this inspiring sports drama directed by John Lee Hancock, Dennis Quaid stars as Jim Morris, a high school chemistry teacher and baseball coach who once dreamed of playing in…

Directed by Sam Mendes, this film explores the complexities of suburban life through the lens of Lester Burnham, played by Kevin Spacey, who experiences a midlife crisis that leads him…

In this heartfelt drama directed by Chris Columbus, the story revolves around the complex dynamics of a blended family. The film stars Julia Roberts and Susan Sarandon, who deliver compelling…

In this heartwarming family drama, a young girl named Amy, played by Anna Paquin, moves to Canada to live with her estranged father, portrayed by Jeff Daniels, after the tragic…

In this heartwarming family drama directed by Daniel Petrie, a young boy named Matt Turner, played by Tom Guiry, moves with his family to rural Virginia after the death of…

In this heartwarming comedy directed by Chris Columbus, Robin Williams stars as a loving father who, after a difficult divorce, goes to great lengths to stay close to his children….

Set in the early 1970s, this coming-of-age film follows the life of an 11-year-old girl named Vada Sultenfuss, played by Anna Chlumsky, who navigates the complexities of adolescence while dealing…

In this dark comedy, a seemingly perfect marriage between a couple, played by Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner, unravels into a bitter and destructive divorce battle. Directed by Danny DeVito,…

In this 1988 film directed by Barry Levinson, a self-centered car dealer, played by Tom Cruise, discovers that his estranged brother, portrayed by Dustin Hoffman, is an autistic savant with…

This 1981 film, directed by Mark Rydell, is a poignant exploration of family dynamics and the passage of time, set against the serene backdrop of a lakeside summer home. The…

Beth, Calvin, and their son Conrad are living in the aftermath of the death of the other son. Conrad is overcome by grief and misplaced guilt to the extent of…

Directed by John Cassavetes, this 1974 film delves into the complexities of family dynamics and mental health. It stars Gena Rowlands and Peter Falk, who deliver powerful performances as a…

A tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey becomes a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music…

In this enchanting musical film directed by Robert Stevenson, a magical nanny arrives at the Banks household in London to care for two mischievous children. With her unique blend of…