Yes, there’s always Friendsgiving, however Thanksgiving appropriate tends to be all about household. Whether you want to be advised that it might be much worse than dealing with a political argument or two around the table– or you just desire something to enjoy that provides you the warm family fuzzies you’re craving– we have the ideal Thanksgiving shows to stream.
Shows and Movies with Heartwarming Families
Looking for a family you can admire (or a minimum of connect to)? These sweet and encouraging families may not always be perfect, but they’re definitely there for each other when it counts.

Ugly Betty
Yeah, this Americanized telenovela featured all the trademark Uber-drama of the genre, with murder, poisoned perfumes, and schemes galore in the mix. But “ugly Betty” (the gorgeous America Ferrara with braces and at first, bad fashion) has her heart-of-gold Suarez family constantly in her corner– even if they sometimes make things a bit worse in their attempts to assist. Even the epically inefficient Meade clan progresses thanks to their Suarez role models.

Plus, bonus points for the sweet and delicate storylines around Betty’s nephew Justin’s steady coming-out.

Where to watch: Netflix

Modern Family
There’s a reason that this mockumentary-style look at the Pritchett clan won 22 Emmys over the course of its 11-season run. And it’s likely due to the all-too-relatable family dynamics at the heart of the amusing high jinks.

Where to see: Peacock

This Is Us
The show that famously required a box of tissues for each touching episode might be total, but it’s worthwhile of a rewatch (or very first watch) to enjoy the linking past, present, and future occasions in the lives of the Pearsons.
Where to see: Hulu

Everyone Hates Chris
Comic Chris Rock mined his teen years for story gold in this tale of maturing with his close-knit household helping keep him in line.
Where to watch: Hulu

Little House on the Prairie
Trying to find a truly old-fashioned household? Hit up the Ingalls clan in this timeless TV depiction of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s recollections of life on the grassy field.
Where to watch: Peacock and Freevee

Encanto
Yeah, there’s a little dysfunction in the magical Madrigal household– especially around black sheep Bruno– however the story commemorates the gifts that every member brings to their household. And it’s a lesson we probably all need when we’re often all set to eye roll over the things our family does.

Where to view: Disney+.
The Incredibles.
Superheroes: They’re just like us! And the Parr crew finds ways to be supportive of each other, whether they’re battling supervillains or trying to deal with dull tasks and school bureaucracy. Make this a double function with Incredibles 2 for a family friendly night.

Where to see: Disney+.

Black Panther.
Superheroes: They’re not rather like us in this epic film. But head of Wakanda’s royal household King T’Challa prospers thanks to the two strong females– his mother and his sis– who always have his back.

Where to view: Disney+.

Turning Red.
Whether you’re an overprotective mother or you’ve lived under one, you’ll absolutely relate to the mother-daughter duo at the heart of this lovely coming of age tale. Shout out to the underappreciated father, who’s a master chef in the kitchen area while supporting his better half and daughter.

Where to watch: Disney+.

Bridgerton.
All the buzz may have been about the hot love, however the heart of the story is the Bridgerton clan, who have the extremely modern-day notion of marrying for love when most marital relationships focused on organization or politics.

Simply a reminder: Don’t plan a binge watch with the entire crew, or it’ll likely be extremely awkward.

Where to enjoy: Netflix.
Kim’s Convenience.
This Canadian import showcases a Korean-Canadian household who runs a corner store– and a sweet (though slow) tale of reconciliation in between the patriarch and the prodigal son (played by Simu Liu!).
Where to watch: Netflix.

That ’90s Show.
If you liked That ’70s Show, consider catching up with much of the crew 20 years later on, as Donna and Eric’s daughter Leia spends a summer with Red and Kitty hanging in the basement with her newly minted buddies.
Where to view: Netflix.

The Brady Bunch.
The saccharine sweet (and ultra-iconic) blended family considers that you complete on 1970s vibes– and a lot of sage advice from famous TV moms and dads Mike and Carol. (Not that into the initial? The 1995 film that satirized the spotless Bradys is likewise on Paramount+).
Where to watch: Paramount+.