As Netflix slashes its way into the awards arenas with its original content, the streaming giant still keeps a rolling catalog of classics and new releases from its competitors. Despite Netflix’s lower subscriber count in recent months, the streaming giant still has a goldmine of films, especially in the PG-13 category.

From originals to adaptations, there are hundreds of options to choose from a movie’s rating matters. For parents wanting to transition their children from family-friendly to slightly family-unfriendly films, PG-13 is a rating that bridges that gap. The selection of the best PG-13 movies on Netflix is always changing, as the platform acquires (and lets go of) blockbusters and hidden gems on a regular basis. Especially with the platform’s ever-changing library, it’s the perfect time to re-discover some good PG-13 movies available to stream now on Netflix.

10 ‘Dumplin” (2018)

Directed by Anne Fletcher

Revolutionizing her mother’s Texas beauty pageant, Willowdean (Danielle Macdonald) is a plus-size teen who signs up for Rosie’s (Jennifer Aniston) pageant out of spite but never expected other contestants like her to follow suit. Soon, everything changes in the small Texas town thanks to this one bold decision.

A fun rewatchable dramedy movie by Anne Fletcher, critics and audiences loved Dumplin’ for its ability to bring diverse body representation to the screen, especially in a pageant film. The stars and supporting cast were able to elevate the film and stand out amongst its competitors in the genre. Its PG-13 rating comes mainly from brief, strong language. Instead of hitting “Suprise Me” next time during a Netflix movie night, Dumplin’ should be the first choice.

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9 ‘Hunt for the Wilderpeople’ (2016)

Directed by Taika Waititi

Before he would go on to become a household name with titles like Thor: Ragnarok and Jojo Rabbit, Taika Waititi proved his comedic directorial chops with Hunt for the Wilderpeople. The film follows the story of Ricky, a troublesome city kid who finds himself on the run from authorities alongside his no-nonsense foster uncle as they travel through the wild New Zealand bush. As their disappearance grows into a national story, the two find a way to bond and understand one another, beginning to truly form a bond as they are forced to work together to survive.

Taika’s filmmaking ventures have always been about finding the perfect balance between heart-to-heart moments and absurd PG-13-style comedy, with Hunt for the Wilderpeople being no different. The genuine bond and chemistry between Sam Neill and Julian Dennison makes the movie work so well, with Taika’s signature blend of raunchy and absurdity comedy simply acting as the icing on this glorious cake.

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8 ‘Enola Holmes’ (2020)

Directed by Harry Bradbeer

Bringing a young female detective to the streaming screen, Harry Bradbeer‘s Enola Holmes provides young viewers with a capable role model emerging from her brother’s shadow. Sherlock’s sister, Enola (Millie Bobby Brown), discovers their mother is missing and sets off on a quest to solve the case. Even with Henry Cavill as Sherlock and Sam Claflin as Mycroft Holmes, Bobby Brown held her ground as the film’s lead.

Critics and audiences fell in love with Enola so much that Netflix released a sequel, Enola Holmes 2. Bobby Brown is Netflix royalty with her role as Eleven in Stranger Things. For preteen fans looking to watch more Bobby Brown roles all in one place, Enola Holmes is the perfect film.

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7 ‘The Woman King’ (2022)

Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood

A sprawling historical epic that focuses on one of the most under-told and forgotten stories in history, The Woman King follows the story of the Agojie tribe, an all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s. Under the command of the powerful General Nanisca (Viola Davis), they have displayed levels of combative strength and fierceness that the world has never seen, taking down anything and anyone who threatens their way of life.

The story of the Agojie people is given full justice in the film, as it balances its powerful themes and exquisitely grounded action to create a beautiful retelling of their story. The film doesn’t shy away from tackling the inherent drama of the time period while at the same time featuring enough high-stakes action and compelling characters to make it a deeply original and exciting blockbuster experience. Davis’s portrayal of General Nanisca is also easily one of the most underrated action movie heroes of recent memory.

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6 ‘The Adam Project’ (2022)

Directed by Shawn Levy

A multi-genre Netflix original, Shawn Levy‘s The Adam Project finds Ryan Reynolds in familiar territory as a comedic action hero. A time-traveling pilot who crashed into the year 2022, Adam Reed (Reynolds) teams up with his 12-year-old self to save the future. With a supporting cast of Walker Scobell, Mark Ruffalo, Jennifer Garner, and Zoe Saldaña, the popular time travel film scored relatively high with critics and streamers, but disappointed most with its formulaic plot.

As Reynolds plays the classic Ryan Reynolds character, the film feels familiar but brings enough sci-fi action to differentiate it from his other filmography. Where Netflix has flopped with action films, it finds a steady heartbeat with The Adam Project, adding a solid installment to its catalog of original works.

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5 ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’ (2019)

Directed by André Øvredal

One of the few genuinely effective PG-13 horror movies, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is based on the classic book series of the same name and brilliantly translates some of the best short horror stories of the series. The film follows a group of high schoolers who sneak into a haunted house that once belonged to the powerful Bellows family, inadvertently unleashing an array of dark forces upon the populace and student body.

It’s difficult to make a horror movie that can balance effective scares and tension while still adhering to being PG-13, but Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is easily one of the best modern examples. Especially since the original stories were originally made as horror stories for children, the film still adheres to what made these creatures and stories powerful and terrifying without sacrificing anything for a PG-13 rating. Especially with the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark sequel still in the works, there’s no better time than to present to check out the best PG-13 horror movie in recent memory.

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4 ‘Always Be My Maybe’ (2019)

Directed by Nahnatchka Khan

Sasha (Ali Wong) and Marcus (Randall Park) were childhood sweethearts that everyone (except for them) thought would get together. Fifteen years later, they reconnect only to discover the spark is still lingering despite moving on to entirely different worlds in their adult lives. This Netflix original is directed by Nahnatchka Khan and is the perfect odd-couple romance film to stream.

The comedic tone and chops of Wong and Park garnered positive reviews from critics and audience members. Even with brief appearances by Keanu Reeves and Daniel Dae Kim, Always Be My Maybe maintains the focus on its main stars. Always Be My Maybe tackles social issues without it eclipsing the romantic storyline, making it both an entertaining and insightful watch.

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3 ‘The Hunger Games’ (2012)

Directed by Gary Ross

The massive blockbuster success that launched an entire franchise on the back of its success, The Hunger Games retells the original novel’s story of a dystopian future where children are chosen yearly to fight to the death in a televised event. When her younger sister is chosen, headstrong Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) volunteers for the games in her place, facing insurmountable odds as she is forced to appeal to the malevolent capital in preparation for the event.

Whether you were a big fan of the movies when they first came out or have been transformed into a fan following the recent release of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, there’s no better time to revisit or experience the series for the first time. The themes of class divide and dystopian treatment of the lower class still ring true to this day, as The Hunger Games continues to be one of the most defining and relevant blockbuster franchises of the 21st century.

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2 ‘Minari’ (2020)

Directed by Lee Isaac Chung

The Academy Award-winning drama that stands out as one of the best modern portrayals of immigration on film, Minari is a deeply heartfelt story of strength and growth from the eyes of a Korean family who moves to Arkansas in search of the American dream. While the culture shock proves to provide several challenges as the family attempts to adapt to their new lives, they end up discovering their own resilience and inner strengths as they learn the true meaning of home.

Minari is easily one of the most critically acclaimed and beloved dramas of recent memory, able to distinctly recapture a specific era with such veracity that it distinctly struck a chord with audiences and critics worldwide. Nearly all the performances are masterful in their own right, from the multifaceted lead performance from Steven Yeun to the brilliant child performance of Alan Kim to the Academy Award-winning performance of Youn Yuh-jung.

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1 ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’ (2022)

Directed by Rian Johnson

Knives Out may sadly no longer be available to stream on Netflix (US and UK), but its impressive sequel, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, is still up on the platform. Directed by Rian Johnson, Daniel Craig reprises his role as the world-famous detective Benoit Blanc, who’s invited to a private getaway on an island owned by the eccentric tech billionaire, Miles Bron (Edward Norton). In typical whodunit fashion, things soon become extremely complicated.

With a stellar ensemble cast, a generous touch of comedy, and genuinely surprising twists and turns, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery will undoubtedly go down in history as one of the best whodunits of this decade. It manages to bring something entirely new to the table, and can be enjoyed as a standalone film by the entire family.

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