If you’re a parent then trying to plan for the school holidays to keep everyone happy, occupied and sane can feel like a daunting task. Add to that the grim predictions meteorologists have offered up that torrential rain might just be the theme of 2022 and it just complicates things further.
Thankfully, there are some great kids’ movies lined up over the Easter Holiday period at HOYTS — perfect for those with mini-humans or who are just young at heart. Even better, if you’re an NSW resident, you can use your “thank you” $50 vouchers to cover the cost of the trip to the cinema.
Ahead, we are looking at three film options that will keep people of all ages entertained, from the latest instalment of the adventures of a certain hedgehog to a new DreamWorks production featuring an all-star cast.
Keep reading for what’s on at HOYTS these Easter School Holidays.
The Bad Guys
Based on the children’s book of the same name, The Bad Guys features one of the best voice casts seen (well, heard) in a kids movie recently.
Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Craig Robinson, Anthony Ramos, Awkwafina, Zazie Beetz, Lilly Singh, and Alex Borstein play a ragtag group of criminal animals known as Mr Wolf, Mr Piranha, Mr Snake, Mr Shark, and Ms Tarantula. After serving time in prison, the gang are making their best efforts to live a life that involves doing good deeds, instead of dirty ones, under the advice of Professor Marmalade (Richard Ayoade). Things are going well until a new villain rears their head.
In HOYTS cinemas: March 31, 2022
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
The world’s favourite blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure in Sonic the Hedgehog 2. After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search of an emerald that has the power to destroy civilisations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.
Featuring a returning voice cast that includes Ben Schwartz as the voice of Sonic, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, and Jim Carrey, along with new additions Shemar Moore, with Idris Elba as the voice of Knuckles, and Colleen O’Shaughnessey as the voice of Tails.
In HOYTS cinemas: March 31, 2022
Rabbit Academy
Max has reached his goal: He is the first city rabbit ever to be chosen in the master class for Easter rabbits. Now he and his friends have to find their very own superpower in order to protect Easter. But then the unthinkable happens: The Easter rabbits’ most powerful magical possession, the “golden egg”, turns black — meaning Easter is in great danger!
It turns out, Leo, the leader of a gang of city rabbits, wants to abolish Easter and tricks a family of foxes into stealing all Easter eggs. Max’s only chance to save Easter now lies in teaming up with the fox boy Ferdinand who offers his help. But can a rabbit really trust a fox?
In HOYTS cinemas: April 7, 2022
Keep the whole family and your wallet happy these school holidays at HOYTS and enjoy big savings with family of 3 and family of 4 ticket bundles on all the latest family movies. Book now at the official HOYTS website.
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