25 March 2025

7 movies for fans of Barbie

Barbie is one of the most recognisable figures in popular culture today, and has been a fan-favourite character for decades. While the Barbie movie is no longer on Showmax, there are tonnes of other empowering movies to watch with your children.

The Snow Queen and the Princess

A fantasy-filled animation. Ayla, the daughter of the Snow Queen, accidentally unleashes evil Ice Spirits. To save the day, Ayla gathers a team of true friends.

Trolls: Band Together

The trolls return for another crazy instalment. Poppy discovers that Branch was part of a boy band with his brothers. When one of them is kidnapped, they reunite to save him.

Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Film

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An animation based on the Miraculous franchise. Two teens transformed into superheroes join forces to protect their city from a villain.

Fireheart

An adventure-filled animation. A teenager who dreams of being the world's first-ever female firefighter helps her dad investigate an arsonist burning down Broadway.

The Nutcracker and the Magic Flute

The classic Nutcracker tale gets a refreshing twist. As Marie wishes to escape her troubles, she shrinks to the size of her toys, which all come to life.

Home

Jim Parsons and Rihanna star in this galactic animated adventure. A girl finds and helps an alien who is on the run from his own people.

Abominable

An exciting animated adventure. An encounter with a Yeti, targeted by a rich man, sets teenage Yi and her two friends on an adventure to return the magical creature to his home.

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