Family Films About Experiments

Description: Professor Ned Brainard invents "Flubber," a substance that makes objects float and bounce. This film is a light-hearted look at the unintended consequences of scientific discovery, perfect for family viewing.

Fact: The film inspired the creation of "Flubber" in

Description: Although not strictly about experiments, this film features the iconic DeLorean time machine, which is the result of Doc Brown's experiments with time travel. It's a family-friendly adventure that explores the consequences of altering time.

Fact: The film was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress. The original script had Marty McFly traveling to the future, not the past.

Description: Three boys build a spacecraft from their dreams and embark on an adventure to meet aliens, showcasing the power of imagination and the joy of scientific exploration.

Fact: The film was directed by Joe Dante, known for "Gremlins." It was one of Ethan Hawke's first major film roles.

Description: This comedy involves a CIA experiment where an innocent man is mistaken for a spy. It's a light-hearted take on the chaos that can ensue from experimental espionage.

Fact: The film was remade from a French film, "Le Grand Blond avec une chaussure noire." Tom Hanks was originally considered for the lead role.

Description: Two teenage boys create the perfect woman using a computer, leading to a series of comedic and educational misadventures. It's a fun exploration of the consequences of playing with science.

Fact: The film was directed by John Hughes, known for his teen comedies. The character Lisa was inspired by the character of the same name in the 1954 film "It Should Happen to You."

Description: While more intense, this film involves a scientist's teleportation experiment that goes horribly wrong, offering a cautionary tale about the limits of science, suitable for older children and teens.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1958 film of the same name. The special effects, particularly the transformation scenes, were groundbreaking for their time.

Description: Wayne Szalinski, an eccentric inventor, accidentally shrinks his children and their friends to the size of insects. This film combines family dynamics with the thrill of miniaturization, making it a classic in the genre of experimental mishaps.

Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects. The idea for the movie came from a short story by Stuart Gordon.

Description: Professor Sherman Klump invents a formula that transforms him into a slim, suave version of himself, leading to humorous and heartfelt lessons about self-acceptance.

Fact: Eddie Murphy played seven different characters in the film. The film was a remake of the 1963 film starring Jerry Lewis.

Description: This film follows Professor Philip Brainard as he accidentally creates a green, bouncy substance called Flubber, which leads to a series of comedic and chaotic events. It's a fun exploration of what can happen when science goes awry in the most entertaining way.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1961 film "The Absent-Minded Professor." The special effects for Flubber were created using a combination of CGI and practical effects.

Description: While not about experiments in the traditional sense, Walter Mitty's journey involves a quest that feels like an experiment in living life to the fullest, making it an inspiring watch for families.

Fact: The film is based on a short story by James Thurber. The skateboarding scene was filmed in Iceland, with Ben Stiller learning to skateboard for the role.