Summer is in full swing, and the kids are done school for eight weeks, so now’s the time to start planning everything you’ll keep them busy with. Of course, it can’t all be library trips, scientific outings, and outdoor activities: families need some air-conditioned downtime, too. What better way to do that than with a new movie or series? From the latest preschool drops to coming-of-age flicks the whole family will enjoy, these TV shows and movies streaming in July on Canadian streaming services are bound to help cool things down this summer.
What’s Streaming in July for Kids & Families
Mittens & Pants (s2)
Monday July 3, CBC Gem
This cute preschool series returns for a second season of learning antics on Kibble Corners. These real-life animals are beyond adorable, but parents can rest assured this isn’t just empty-calorie viewing: kids will also learn to embrace their differences thanks to the metaphoric cast.
Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire
Wednesday July 5, Disney+
This animated sci-fi offering from Oscar-winning director Peter Ramsey (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse) is inspired by African histories and cultures but presented in an action-packed, futuristic form. A new generation of animation directors makes each of the 10 short films, all of which offer unique African perspectives that embrace new worlds of technology, aliens, spirits, and monsters.
Wake Up, Carlo!
Thursday July 6, Netflix
This animated Portuguese series stars a seven-year-old boy named Carlo who goes to sleep for 22 years. When he wakes up, his best friends have become serious adults—adults who could use a dose of Carlo and his positive, free spirit.
Hey Duggee
Friday July 7, CBC Gem
This short-form preschool series reminds us that a child’s physical health is as important as their mental health. Each episode features Duggee the dog, who leads the afternoon club, the Squirrels, in various exercise and learning activities.
Pride from Above
Friday July 7, National Geographic on Disney+
Introduce your kids to the spirit of Pride with this aerial journey across the globe. Flying cameras captured recent celebrations from New York to Reykjavik, while drones filmed the rainbow glow-up at Niagara Falls. It’s a look at some of the world’s biggest LGBTQ+ celebrations and cultures, exploring the activism, creativity, and logistics required to make them happen.
Big Nate (s2)
Friday July 7, Paramount+
The animated series based on the best-selling children’s books and comic by Lincoln Peirce is back for a second season this month. All 10 episodes drop at once, following Nate Wright and his misfit group of friends as they tackle new adventures and challenges using the power of their imaginations.
Duck & Goose (s2)
Friday July 7, Apple TV+
The feathered friends come together for a second season of this animated preschool series, learning to bring out the best in each other with every passing episode. Based on the books by Tad Hills.
StoryBots: Answer Time (s2)
Monday July 10, Netflix
Curious kids can prepare themselves for several answers when the StoryBots return for another round this month. Not only are they ready to answer all the tough questions out there, but they do so with plenty of laughs.
The Summer I Turned Pretty (s2)
Friday July 14, Prime Video
Families with older kids may welcome the second-season return of this young adult series, based on the books of the same name by Jenny Han. In Season 2, Belly returns to Cousins Beach, but after the summer she experienced last year, plenty of things feel different.
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
Friday July 14, Starz on Crave
Whether your family is just getting into the Dav Pilkey books or you’re a bona fide fan, this 2017 movie will satiate your fandom. It follows George and Harold as they hypnotize their principal into thinking he’s the dimwitted title superhero, and it features the voice talents of Kevin Hart, Ed Helms, Nick Kroll, Jordan Peele, and Thomas Middleditch, among others.
Race Against the Tide (s3)
Sunday July 16, CBC Gem
Kids love sandcastles, so it’s a good bet that your kids will probably also enjoy watching the pros give it their best shot for a $10,000 prize. The third season of the sand-sculpting competition returns this month with a head-to-head tournament on the shores of New Brunswick’s Bay of Fundy.
Degrassi: The Complete Collection
Tuesday July 18, Prime Video
If you loved Degrassi growing up, July is the perfect time to get your own kids into this iconic Canadian franchise. All 14 seasons of Degrassi: The Next Generation, along with Degrassi High, Degrassi Junior High, Kids of Degrassi Street, Degrassi Talks, Degrassi Unscripted, and Degrassi High: School’s Out hit the streaming service this month.
The Dog Academy
Friday July 21, CBC Gem
Dog-loving families might get a kick out of this pooch-centric series from the UK, in which some of the world’s top specialist trainers put their dog management skills and psychology to the test by helping uncontrollable canines and their frazzled owners.
Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, The Movie
Friday July 28, Netflix
If your kids are fans of this French superhero and her feline counterpart, mark the calendar for the debut of this origins film featuring the duo. It’s got all the characters they know and love from the series, with plenty of “evilized” butterflies to ward off and emotions to manage.
Raise Your Voice
Friday July 28, Crave
Looking for a coming-of-age flick that your older kids will appreciate but that will also give you that nostalgic movie night you crave? This 2004 film starring Hilary Duff might do it. It revolves around a young girl accepted into a prestigious music school. There, faced with imposter syndrome, she must learn to quiet her inner critic to succeed.
Mini-Jon and Mini-Maple
Monday July 31, CBC Gem
This animated offering is based on cartoonist Alex A.’s books of the same name. It’s also a sibling series to Super Agent Jon Le Bon! as it stars a mini-clone of that character who lives in a secret spy agency and goes on adventures with his best friend.
Bestest Day Ever with My Best Friend
Monday July 31, CBC Gem
Pets give us so much love, so why not teach kids to do the same in return? This Canadian series is about pet owners who want to provide the perfect day for their pets. In each episode, they reveal why their favourite fur friend is the best and what makes them unique. Meanwhile, host Lisette is there for them all: furry, fuzzy, feathered, scaly, or slimy.
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