This week, we feature two animated tales: one of a diminutive athlete bucking the odds and, the other, a classic tale of one man’s first encounters with his own kind.
New Release
‘GOAT’
Will Harris (Caleb McLaughlin) is a small‐statured goat who lands a break at playing professional roarball, a wildly physical animal sport that makes basketball look tame. However, the other animal players aren’t thrilled to share the court with him, so Will has to prove he belongs.
The voice cast keeps things bouncy, and the world feels so over-the-top it’s hard to look away. Overall, despite some predictable beats, it’s clever enough, has some good humor, and carries positive messages about sticking up for yourself and others.
Comedy | Family | Sport
Release Date: Feb. 13, 2026
Directors: Tyree Dillihay, Adam Rosette
Starring: Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Nick Kroll
Running Time: 1 hour, 40 minutes
MPAA Rating: PG
Where to Watch: Theaters
Rated: 3 1/2 stars out of 5
Family Pick
‘Tarzan’
Tarzan (Tony Goldwyn) grows up with the gorilla Kala (Glenn Close) after a shipwreck leaves him alone in the African jungle. His life shifts when explorer Jane Porter (Minnie Driver) arrives and opens his eyes to the wider world. As hunter Clayton (Brian Blessed) threatens his adopted family, Tarzan must choose where he truly belongs.
Watching the hero surf the canopy like a primeval skateboarder is an absolute blast of pure adrenaline. The breathtaking animation and unstoppable momentum make for a wildly spectacular adventure.
Adventure | Comedy | Family
Release Date: June 18, 1999
Directors: Chris Buck, Kevin Lima
Starring: Tony Goldwyn, Minnie Driver, Brian Blessed
Running time: 1 hour, 28 minutes
MPAA Rating: G
Where to Watch: Disney+, YouTube, Amazon
Rated: 4 stars out of 5
Vintage Time-travel Ride
‘Somewhere in Time’
Christopher Reeve’s Richard Collier hypnotizes himself back to 1912 to find actress Elise McKenna (Jane Seymour), after spotting her photograph at the Grand Hotel, only to run up against her dastardly manager, W.F. Robinson (Christopher Plummer).
While the leisurely stroll through the days of yore might test those viewers with shorter attention spans, the enchanting music, gorgeous scenery of Mackinac Island, and outstanding cinematography make this classic old-fashioned adventure a magical trip.
Drama | Fantasy | Romance
Release Date: Oct. 3, 1980
Directors: Jeannot Szwarc
Starring: Christopher Reeve, Jane Seymour, Christopher Plummer
Running time: 1 hour, 43 minutes
MPAA Rating: PG
Where to Watch: Amazon, Plex, YouTube
Rated: 3 1/2 stars out of 5
A Feel-good Fantasy with Good Messages
‘The Wizard of Oz’
Dorothy (Judy Garland) is swept from Kansas to Oz, joining the Scarecrow (Ray Bolger), Tin Man (Jack Haley), and Cowardly Lion (Bert Lahr) while dodging the Wicked Witch of the West (Margaret Hamilton) on the way to the Wizard.
Garland carries this with charm, backed by timeless songs and an engaging cast. It’s the kind of classic that’ll leave you humming and smiling.
Adventure | Family | Musical
Release Date: Aug. 25, 1939
Directors: Victor Fleming, George Cukor, Norman Taurog
Starring: Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger
Running Time: 1 hour 42 minutes
Not Rated
Where to Watch: YouTube, Plex, HBO Max
Rated: 4 1/2 stars out of 5
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