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Peter Rabbit 2 - The Runaway. Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures
Peter Rabbit 2 - The Runaway. Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures
5/31/21 - By Roberta B

It's been exciting watching so many things reopening in recent weeks, including movie theaters in most areas. If you're ready to take the plunge and see a movie in a cinema, you can catch some of these premieres on the big screen. But with most children still waiting to get vaccinated, movie night at home may remain the safer choice for many in June. Movie studios continue to make that easy, by offering most of their big premieres streaming at home—plus there are some big series kicking off on Netflix, HBO, Hulu, and Disney.

Marvel is releasing its next much anticipated limited series this month on Disney+; we're crossing our fingers that Loki will be just as exciting as WandaVision was. Hamilton fans are excited to catch Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights on HBO Max, and Netflix makes sure we remember dear old Dad in time for Father's Day with its new release Fatherhood.

If you missed Raya and the Last Dragon in theaters, it debuts in June as an included film on Disney+. And if you've been waiting patiently for the Peter Rabbit sequel, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway finally premieres this month as well—though in a last minute change, it will only be available in theaters.

Looking for more family movie night ideas once homework is off everyone's plate? Check out our favorite summer movies to watch with kids.

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Loki is the next TV treat Marvel has in store for us. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios / Disney+
Loki is the next TV treat Marvel has in store for us. Photo courtesy of Marvel Studios / Disney+

Movie Premieres & Family Shows To Stream in June

Season 2: Gabby Duran and the Unsittables

June 4, 2021
Gabby Duran returns for a second season of out-of-this-world babysitting. READ MORE

Premiere: Sweet Tooth

June 4, 2021
A young human/deer hybrid explores the complex post-disaster world with a wandering loner in this offbeat live action Netflix series. With a TV-14 rating, it's not for younger viewers but could make for some thought-provoking viewing for teens (and adults!) READ MORE

18th Annual Kids Film Fest

June 4-13, 2021
KidsFilmFest presents two programs of films tailored to young viewers. Showings are divided into those appropriate for ages 3-7 and ages 8-13. The two featured programs are available 24/7 from June 4-12. READ MORE

Series Premiere: Loki

June 9, 2021
"Your savior is here!" (Especially if you're looking for a wickedly entertaining show).  Thor's mischievous brother gets his own series on Disney+. READ MORE

Premiere: Wish Dragon

June 11, 2021
What would you do with a wish granting dragon?  College student Din teams up with Long, a cynical but all-powerful dragon capable of granting wishes.  READ MORE

Premiere: In the Heights

June 11, 2021
Before Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda wowed Broadway audiences with In the Heights. Now the Tony Award-winning musical is a feature film, premiering in theaters and on HBO Max. READ MORE

Premiere: Peter Rabbit 2 - The Runaway

June 11, 2021
This rabbit is only in theaters. Peter Rabbit returns in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway. READ MORE

Premiere: Skater Girl

June 11, 2021
When a teen in rural India discovers a life-changing passion for skateboarding, she faces a rough road as she follows her dream to compete. READ MORE

Love Victor: Season 2 Premiere

June 11, 2021
Love Victor returns for a second season on Hulu. When last we saw Victor, he had just {spoiler alert}... READ MORE

Season 2 Premiere: The Owl House

June 12, 2021
The Owl House conjures up a second season on the Disney Channel. READ MORE

Premiere: Luca

June 18, 2021
Something's fishy in Disney Pixar's latest film.... A young boy experiences an unforgettable summer with his new best friend in a seaside town.... while hiding the fact that they are sea monsters! READ MORE

Premiere: Fatherhood

June 18, 2021
In this heartwarming, funny, and emotional true story, Kevin Hart stars as a widower taking on one of the toughest jobs in the world: fatherhood. READ MORE

Teen Titans Go! See Space Jam

June 20, 2021
The Teen Titans love to Go! to the movies ... especially when it's a classic like 1990s Space Jam. READ MORE

Series Premiere: The Mysterious Benedict Society

June 25, 2021
After winning a scholarship competition, four gifted orphans are recruited by the peculiar Mr. Benedict for a dangerous mission to save the world from a global crisis known as The Emergency. READ MORE
Dan Zanes is throwing a Party on Wheels. Photo credit Anna Zanes
Dan Zanes is throwing a Party on Wheels. Photo credit Anna Zanes

Live Shows Streaming in June

OUTLOUD: Raising Voices

June 4-6, 2021
OUTLOUD:Raising Voices is a three-day concert event that kicks off Pride Month with live performances, special interviews, and surprise special guests. READ MORE

43rd Annual Kennedy Center Honors

June 6, 2021
They are our best, our brightest, our most supercalifragilisticexpialidocious: this year's Kennedy Center honorees are Debbie Allen, Joan Baez, Garth Brooks, Midori, and the unstoppable Dick Van Dyke. READ MORE

The Show Must Go On! Live at the Palace Theatre

June 6, 2021
The shows must go on -- all of them! Theatre is back in a big way. The Show Must Go On Live Concert features eighteen of of the biggest musicals in London West End. READ MORE

Party on Wheels with Dan and Claudia Zanes

Laurie Berkner Family Concert on Father's Day

June 20, 2021
Laurie Berkner's Father's Day concert is all about family: the Laurie Berkner Band family!  It's a live, interactive, and virtual performance, so bring your dancin’ shoes, an animal (for your head), an instrument (to play along), and your whole family. Laurie will be singing some of her greatest hits alongside some special Father’s Day-themed songs. READ MORE

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