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Hold onto your popcorn, there’s a string of blockbuster kids flicks out right now

Hold onto your popcorn as there are a string of blockbuster kids flicks hitting Aussie cinema screens soon.
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Get out your calendar and start scheduling in movie dates because the year ahead is a massive one for family-friendly movies.

From The Lion King (we can’t wait to hear Beyoncé voicing Nala) to the fourth Toy Story installment (what will happen next to Woody and Buzz?) there is a movie here for everyone.

Toy Story 4

Toy Story 4 (in cinemas June 20)

Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz (Tim Allen) and their fellow toy buddies are on a mission to track down Woody’s romantic interest, Bo Peep (Annie Potts).

(Image: Disney/ Pixar)

Aladdin

Aladdin (in cinemas May 23)

A charming street urchin, Aladdin (Mena Massoud) frees a genie (Will Smith) and is granted three wishes. Now, standing in the way of Aladdin’s happiness with Princess Jasmine (Naomi Scott) is the villainous, Jafar (Marwan Kenzari). Can Aladdin save Princess Jasmine and their love after she sees he’s not who he appears to be? Watch the full trailer here.

(Image: Disney)

Dark Phoenix

Dark Phoenix (in cinemas June 6)

Jean Grey (Sophie Turner) develops incredible powers after being hit by a cosmic force which turns her into the Dark Phoenix. The X-Men need to decide if they save Jean or the entire human population.

(Image: Marvel/Disney)

The Secret Life of Pets 2

The Secret Life of Pets 2 (in cinemas June 20)

Max (Patton Oswalt) and his pet friends are back at it – that is, going on with their secret lives after their owners head off to work or school each day.

(Image: Universal Pictures)

The Lion King

The Lion King (in cinemas July 17)

A lion cub prince called Simba (Donald Glover) is born and his uncle Scar plots to ensure he does not one day become king. Simba, believing his death is his fault, flees the kingdom. With help from his new friends, Nala (Beyonce Knowles), Pumbaa (Seth Rogan) and Timon (Billy Eichner), Simba must grow up and figure out how to reclaim the throne.

(Image: Disney)

Spider-Man: Far From Home

Spider-Man: Far From Home (in cinemas July 4)

Set after the events of Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame fans can breathe a sigh of relief that our favourite web-slinger is still fighting the good fight. Peter Parker (Tom Holland) is on holidays in Europe when he comes across a villain named Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal).

(Image: Disney/ Marvel)

Dora the Explorer

Dora the Explorer (in cinemas September 19)

After exploring jungles for most of her young life, Dora (Isabela Moner), comes to life in time to start high school. Thankfully, her pals Boots and Diego will be there to help her cope with school life.

(Image: Nickelodeon)

Frozen 2

Frozen 2 (in cinemas November 28)

Plot details are still wrapped in secrecy but we can expect Elsa (Idina Menzel), Anna (Kristen Bell), Olaff (Josh Gad) and Kristoff (Jonathan Groff) to embark on a dramatic journey.

The big question is, will the sequel bring us another Let It Go-style hit song?

(Image: Disney)

A Dog’s Way Home

A Dog’s Way Home (in cinemas February 28)

After being separated from her owner a dog named, Bella bravely sets off on a massive journey home. Along the way, the lost dog touches the hearts of many who cross her path.

(Image: Sony Pictures)

Captain Marvel

Captain Marvel (in cinemas March 7)

Carol Danvers (Brie Larson) is a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot who becomes a powerful superhero, hello Captain Marvel, when Earth is caught in a galactic war between two alien races.

(Image: Disney/Marvel)

The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part

The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part (in cinemas March 21)

A sequel to the 2014 original, we return to Bricksburg and discover Emmet (Chris Pratt), Batman (Will Arnett) and their LEGO pals must protect their home from out-of-this-world invaders. Can they save their beloved city?

(Image: Warner Bros. Pictures)

Dumbo

Dumbo (in cinemas March 28)

A young elephant – with ears so big he can fly – stops being laughed at when it’s realised he can help save a struggling circus. But the success will come at a cost.

(Image: Disney)

Shazam!

Shazam! (in cinemas April 4)

Billy Batson (Asher Angel) can transform himself from 14-year-old kid to adult superhero (Zachary Levi) by shouting one word, “Shazam!”. He can use his new powers when he comes face-to-face with the evil Dr. Thaddeus Sivana (Mark Strong).

(Image: Warner Bros.)

Wonder Park

Wonder Park (in cinemas April 4)

As a child, June (Brianna Denski) imagined an amusement park filled with amazing rides and talking animals. When her mum (Jennifer Garner) dies, June loses her sense of imagination – until she discovers her real-life Wonderland.

(Image: Paramount Pictures)

Missing Link

Missing Link (in cinemas April 11)

Investigator Sir Lionel Frost (Hugh Jackman) and adventurer Adelina Fortnight (Zoe Saldana) team up to prove a legendary creature named Mr. Link (Zach Galifianakis) exists. All Mr. Link wants to do is find some long-lost relatives – will his new friends help?

(Image: You Tube)

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New Aladdin trailer featuring Will Smith as Genie

Pokémon: Detective Pikachu

Pokémon: Detective Pikachu (in cinemas May 9)

Pikachu (voiced by Ryan Reynolds) really wants to be a detective. He gets his chance with Tim, a former Pokémon Trainer who is looking for his father who has mysteriously disappeared. As they chase his whereabouts they discover a plot that poses a threat to the Pokémon universe.

(Image: Warner Bros.)

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