Most parents I talk to have Peacock because it came bundled with their Xfinity or Cox cable package, or because they wanted to watch The Office reruns or Premier League soccer. The kids content is almost a happy accident.

But that "accident" includes some genuinely great films:

The quality is legitimately good. The problem is finding it.

Let's be real: Peacock's kids section is not intuitive. Unlike Netflix or Disney+ which have dedicated kids profiles with age-gated content and bright, clickable thumbnails, Peacock's "Kids" category feels like an afterthought in the main interface.

Here's what you need to know:

Setting up a Kids Profile:

The reality check: Even with Kids Mode on, the interface still shows the same adult-oriented layout. Your 6-year-old isn't getting a colorful, simplified experience like they would on other platforms. They're getting the same grid of thumbnails you see, just filtered for content ratings.

Pro tip: If you have young kids (under 8), I'd honestly recommend using Peacock more as a "parent-controlled" service where YOU pick the movie and hit play, rather than letting them browse independently. The algorithm loves to surface weird YouTube-style compilation content and direct-to-video sequels that aren't necessarily harmful but are definitely... not enriching.

For Preschoolers (Ages 2-5):

Honestly? This age range is where Peacock is weakest. You're better served by Disney+ or PBS Kids for this demographic.

For Elementary (Ages 6-10): This is Peacock's sweet spot:

For Tweens (Ages 11-13):

If you're using Peacock's free tier or the basic Premium tier, your kids are seeing ads. And unlike YouTube where you can at least attempt to curate the algorithm, Peacock's ad targeting is... let's say "broad."

I've seen ads for:

This is not okay for young kids. If you're going to use Peacock regularly with children under 10, the Premium Plus tier ($11.99/month, ad-free) is basically non-negotiable. Or, you know, just stick with the free tier but YOU control the remote and be ready to mute/fast-forward through commercial breaks.

The good:

The concerning:

The "it depends": Whether Peacock makes sense for your family really depends on what you're already paying for. If you have Disney+, Netflix, and Max, Peacock is probably redundant for kids content. But if you're trying to minimize subscriptions and you already have Peacock for sports or other content? The kids library is a solid bonus.

Peacock has a legitimately good children's movie library that punches above its weight in quality—but only if you're willing to be an active curator. This isn't a "hand your kid the tablet and let them browse" streaming service like Netflix Kids or Disney+.

Think of it more like a digital library where you're checking out specific titles rather than letting your kids wander the stacks unsupervised.

Best for: Families who already subscribe to Peacock for other reasons, or parents looking for specific DreamWorks/Illumination titles without adding another streaming service.

Skip it if: You need robust parental controls, want a true kids-first interface, or primarily have preschoolers (you'll be frustrated by the limited content for that age).

If you're going to use Peacock with your kids:

And hey, if you're looking for alternatives with better kids interfaces, check out our comparison of streaming services for families. Sometimes the right answer is just... using the right tool for the job.