If there’s one thing all kids love – apart from candy – it’s cute animals. Any adult who needs a breather can just put on a webcam of some baby ducks at a petting zoo and be guaranteed at least a few moments of peace. But if you’re actually looking to spend some bonding time with the wee one, a movie starring a furry, scaly, sometimes smooth and wet friend will keep you both enraptured.

Here, we’ve rounded up the best movies in which an animal factors heavily into the story. Some are animated, others are real. All of them are adorable, and sure to get two paws (or fins) up from the little beasts in your house.

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1. Babe (1995)

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