10 Films guaranteed to keep the kids amused this Summer

10 Films guaranteed to keep the kids amused this Summer

If you are dreading the arrival of the Summer holidays and the search for things to keep the kids occupied do not fear because come rain or shine a movie is bound to keep the children amused for hours.

We have compiled the top ten films that are out this summer on DVD and in the cinema to keep the kids occupied and give you a chance to put your feet up in peace for five minutes.


10. A top ten list wouldn't be a top ten list without a couple of cult classics and with Robin Williams out and about making new films we thought one that would have the kids laughing for hours is the legendary Mrs Doubtfire.

Mrs Doubtfire (out now on DVD)

Out of work father Daniel Hilliard find himself suddenly divorced without custody of his kids. To solve this problem, he disguises himself as an old Scottish nanny to get hired by his ex-wife and be closer to his kids.


9. Out on DVD now this is this Summer's most captivating CGI animated film.

Battle For Terra (out now on DVD)

When Earth's natural resources began to rapidly diminish, mankind was forced to seek out a new home and build colonies on Mars and Venus. However disaster struck when the two colonies attempted to declare independence from Earth, and the ensuing Great War destroyed all three planets. Now mankind's only hope for survival is to find a new home.

A peaceful and magical planet, Terra is inhabited by a gentle race of extraterrestrials called the Terrians who harbour a deep respect for nature and have no need for war or violence.
But when plans to find a peaceful solution for the humans and Terrians to live in harmony are scuppered by a villainous General, it is only a matter of time before the stage is set for a battle that threatens to destroy both species.


8. Perfect for a rainy day this final instalment of Shrek is one of the funniest yet.

Shrek Forever After - (out in cinema's now)

A bored and domesticated Shrek pacts with deal-maker Rumpelstiltskin to get back to feeling like a real ogre again, but when he's duped and sent to a twisted version of Far Far Away -- where Rumpelstiltskin is king, ogres are hunted, and he and Fiona have never met -- he sets out to restore his world and reclaim his true love.


7. A top ten kid's film list wouldn't be the same without a Disney film to top it off.

Aristocats - (out now on DVD)

When an eccentric millionaires decides to leaves her money to her cat, Duchess (voiced by Eva Gabor), sneaky butler Edgar decides to dispose of the furry obstacle and claim the loot for himself. The embattled Duchess is helped out by streetwise alley cat Thomas O'Malley (Phil Harris) and his scat cat friends - a group of feline jazz musicians.


6 . Guaranteed to be replayed time and time again this is one of many Bob the Builder series guaranteed to keep children entertained through times of boredom.

Bob The Builder - The Can Do Crew - (out on DVD to buy and rent 12/07/2010)

Five episodes of the TV animation series following builder Bob (voice of Neil Morrissey) and his gang of vehicles. In this installment, the team fixes an old pier and builds a surf school. Episodes are: 'Scratch's Hidden Treasures', 'Scrambler's Best Idea', 'High Tide for Lofty', 'Scoop the Artist' and 'Lofty the Monster'.


5. Nanny McPhee and The Big Bang (out on DVD and to rent 19/07/2010)

Nanny McPhee arrives to help a harried young mother who is trying to run the family farm while her husband is away at war, though she uses her magic to teach the woman's children and their two spoiled cousins' five new lessons.


4. Originally aired on CITV Curious George is a cheeky little monkey that has a new exciting adventure every single day.

Curious George (out now on DVD)

Five episodes of the TV animation series following builder Bob (voice of Neil Morrissey) and his gang of vehicles. In this installment, the team fixes an old pier and builds a surf school. Episodes are: 'Scratch's Hidden Treasures', 'Scrambler's Best Idea', 'High Tide for Lofty', 'Scoop the Artist' and 'Lofty the Monster'.


3. The last in this saga Toy Story 3 is set to be the best Toy Story yet!

Toy Story 3 (out in cinemas 19/07/2010)

Andy is now 17 and ready to head off to college, leaving Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of the toy- box gang to ponder their uncertain futures. When the toys are accidentally donated to the Sunnyside Daycare center they're initially overjoyed to once again be played with, but their enthusiasm quickly gives way to horror as they discover the true nature of the establishment under the rule of the deceptively welcoming "Lotso" Bear. Now, all of the toys must band together in one final, crazy scheme to escape their confines and return home to Andy.


2. Hannah Montana: Season 3: Volume 3

Episodes 16-22 of the third season of the Disney Channel tween drama series. Miley Stewart (Miley Cyrus) has a fabulous secret: by day she is just the girl next door, but after dark she is Hannah Montana, the world-famous pop star. Episodes are: 'Jake... Another Little Piece of My Heart', 'Miley Hurt the Feelings of the Radio Star', 'He Could Be the One (Part 1)', 'He Could Be the One (Part Two)', 'Super(stitious) Girl', 'I Honestly Love You (No, Not You)' and 'For (Give) a Little Bit'.

1. A fantastic action adventure that is not only entertaining but educational Percy Jackson The Lightning Thief is out on DVD to rent or own now.

Percy Jackson The Lightning Thief - (out now on DVD)

Chris Columbus directs this fantasy adventure based on the bestselling children's books by Rick Riordan. When 12-year-old New Yorker Percy Jackson (Logan Lerman) discovers he is the descendant of a Greek god, he sets out on a cross-country adventure to settle an ongoing feud between the 'Big Three' - Zeus (Sean Bean), Hades (Steve Coogan) and Poseidon (Kevin McKidd) - and unravel a mystery more powerful than the gods themselves. Uma Thurman, Rosario Dawson and Pierce Brosnan co-star.