Dive into the prehistoric world with our handpicked selection of family-friendly movies about cavemen. These films offer a blend of humor, adventure, and educational content, making them ideal for viewers of all ages. From animated tales to live-action comedies, these movies provide a unique look at life in the Stone Age, teaching valuable lessons about family, friendship, and survival.

The Flintstones (1994)
Description: Based on the classic animated series, this live-action film brings the Stone Age family to life, showcasing their daily lives and adventures in Bedrock.
Fact: The film was the first live-action adaptation of a Hanna-Barbera cartoon. The original TV show was the first animated series to be aired in prime time.


The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas (2000)
Description: A prequel to the 1994 film, this movie explores how Fred and Wilma met, set against the backdrop of a Stone Age Las Vegas.
Fact: The film was not as successful as its predecessor, leading to no further live-action Flintstones movies.


Ice Age (2002)
Description: While not exclusively about cavemen, this film features Sid the Sloth interacting with human characters from the Ice Age, providing a comedic and educational look at prehistoric life.
Fact: The film was originally planned as a direct-to-video release but was upgraded to a theatrical release due to its high quality. The character of Scrat was created as a last-minute addition to the film.


The Croods (2013)
Description: This animated adventure follows the Crood family as they navigate a changing world, encountering new creatures and challenges. It's a heartwarming story about family dynamics and adaptation, perfect for family viewing.
Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. The character design for Grug was inspired by Nicolas Cage's facial features.


The Man from Earth (2007)
Description: While not directly about cavemen, it features a character who claims to be a Cro-Magnon man, providing a unique narrative on human evolution and longevity.
Fact: The film was shot in a single location, a professor's house, to keep production costs low. It was released directly to video.


Year One (2009)
Description: This comedy stars Jack Black and Michael Cera as two cavemen who embark on an adventure that leads them to encounter biblical figures, offering a humorous take on ancient history.
Fact: The film was originally titled "The Untitled Caveman Project." It was inspired by the biblical story of Adam and Eve.


Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (2009)
Description: Although primarily about animals, this installment includes human characters from the Ice Age, offering a glimpse into prehistoric human life.
Fact: This was the first film in the series to be released in 3D. It introduced a new character, Buck, voiced by Simon Pegg.


The Croods 2: A New Age (2020)
Description: The sequel to "The Croods," where the family meets another family, the Bettermans, leading to new adventures and lessons about living together.
Fact: The film was initially set for release in 2017 but was delayed due to production issues. It features new characters voiced by Peter Dinklage and Leslie Mann.


Early Man (2018)
Description: Aardman Animations presents this stop-motion animated film about a tribe of cavemen who must defend their valley from Bronze Age invaders, combining humor with historical context.
Fact: The film was Aardman's first feature film to be entirely produced in CGI, moving away from their traditional clay animation.


The Croods: Family Tree (2021)
Description: This animated series continues the adventures of the Crood family as they adapt to life with the Bettermans, offering more family-friendly prehistoric fun.
Fact: The series was developed to expand the world of "The Croods" after the success of the films. It introduces new characters and explores themes of family dynamics and adaptation.
