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25. Princess Mononoke
Princess Mononoke is an animated narrative that delves deeper than a battle between good and evil. The film is dark and angry, full of scenes of startling violence and bizarre spectacle. | © Studio Ghibli
24. My Neighbor Totoro
My Neighbor Totoro is one of the best-animated movies to date. It's far from a nostalgia piece, but it has beautiful animation, avoids cliché stereotypes, and is expertly directed. | © Toho
23. Minions
Minions is one of the funniest and delightfully chaotic comedic movies that will show you the history of Minions. These little yellow dudes are willing to try their hardest, even though things frequently go wrong. They cross paths with various villains throughout history, which leads them to Scarlet Overkill, who dreams of world domination. | © Universal Studios
22. Incredibles 2
Incredibles 2 brings a sense of nostalgia from the original movie and combines it with top-notch action and character development. The movie is noticeably darker and slower than its predecessor, but it has unexpected twists and strong character progression. | © Walt Disney Pictures
21. WALL-E
WALL-E is one of the most interesting Disney stories to date about a small waste-collection robot left behind on an abandoned Earth. It conveys the overarching themes of environmentalism and wastefulness in a subtle but powerful way, while on the surface telling a compelling story. | © Walt Disney Pictures
20. The Boss Baby
The Boss Baby might look hideous, but it's actually fairly engaging; blending surprisingly clever humor, a well-written story, and a relatable message about family. | © DreamWorks Animation
19. The Nightmare Before Christmas
The Nightmare Before Christmas is a certified classic, which is both charming and unique. It will win you over with gorgeous stop-motion animation, catchy music, and unique, lively characters. | © Walt Disney Pictures
18. Kung Fu Panda
Kung Fu Panda is one of the better animated franchises from the last two decades. The movie has fun combat, gorgeous visuals, good humor, and a compelling enough story about overcoming hard times. | © Paramount Pictures
17. The Little Mermaid
The Little Mermaid kicked off the "Disney Renaissance," a time of bigger budgets and huge success for the studio in the '90s. And you can see why, this is such a well put-together Disney film, with a great balance between musicality and actual storytelling. | © Walt Disney Pictures
16. Zootopia
Zootopia is about an animal version of modern America, in which there exists a division between "Prey" and ""Predator" animals. The Prey animals are effectively in control, and they discriminate against Predators, who they claim are inherently violent. Through this analogy, Zootopia raises difficult topics about real-world discrimination. It's not the easiest watch, but it has a great message for young viewers. | © Walt Disney Pictures
15. Inside Out
Inside Out takes you on an emotional journey that you won't be expecting. The premise is simple, at first we see a young girl moving to a new town, but then we get to look insider her mind and see how it's operated by the personified figures of emotions like anger, sadness and joy. The interplay of these emotions is fantastic, and provides a framework for viewers to better understand why they feel the way they do in difficult times. | © Walt Disney Pictures
14. Bambi
Bambi is a timeless classic for a reason. Filled with touching friendships and profound life lessons, the film follows a young fawn as he grows up, overcoming early heartbreak. A tough watch, but very important for those who have experienced loss. | © Walt Disney Pictures
13. Moana
If you don't love Disney princesses, Moana delivers a more balanced experience with its light-hearted characters, memorable tunes, and engaging story. Also, what's not to love about a charming, Pixar version of Polynesia. | © Walt Disney Pictures
12. Ratatouille
"Anyone can cook", this is the simple but brilliant message of Ratatouille, and it's portrayed wonderfully, showing that passion and creativity can overcome all barriers. And what creativity, Remy's journey shows us that cooking is not just a skill but an art form - a blend of ingredients coming together to create something extraordinary. | © Walt Disney Pictures
11. Toy Story 3
Toy Story 3 is perhaps the best of a great franchise, thanks to some genuinely impressive character development, and great cinematography. The film was also clearly made with a lot of love and care; you can feel the passion of everyone at Pixar helping to tell this story. | © Walt Disney Pictures
10. Coco
Coco is one of the best-animated movies if you're looking for something tragic. It tells a heartfelt story about a boy accidentally transported to the land of the dead, who goes on a journey to return to his family. | © Walt Disney Pictures
9. How to Train Your Dragon
How to Train Your Dragon is another fantastic suggestion for those who are tired of the sickly sweet Disney offerings. Of course, it is still ostensibly a kid's film, but our princess is a lot more rough and ready, and she's more obsessed with dragons than princes.| © DreamWorks
8. The Incredibles
The Incredibles is an iconic film that provides the same fast-paced, action-driven appeal as superhero films, while also telling a story about family. Every member of the films brings something meaningful to the story, and they all come together when you need them to. | © Walt Disney Pictures
7. Beauty and the Beast
A timeless classic that resonates deeply, Beauty and the Beast is often hailed as Disney’s finest achievement. While it does reflect some outdated societal stereotypes about women, the film remains visually breathtaking, beautifully written, and emotionally powerful. If you're looking for the classic Disney's to go back to, this should be near the top of the list. | © Walt Disney Pictures
6. Frozen
The best hit for Disney in recent decades, Frozen revolves around the Kingdom of Arendelle and the bond between sisters Anna and Elsa, each facing their own distinct challenges. Technically, the film excels in animation, music, and character design. However, the storyline, with its familiar "love conquers all" message, feels somewhat predictable. Why so high on our ranking, then? The music is goated. | © Walt Disney Pictures
5. Finding Nemo
Finding Nemo is a stunning film with great characters, amazing animation, and an excellent story with a deep meaning of never giving up on your loved ones. It still absolutely holds up as well, thanks to a wonderfully inviting art style, and some genuinely funny characters. | © Walt Disney Pictures
4. Shrek
Shrek is an iconic movie that took animated films to new heights; it immediately captures your attention and feels heartwarming and entertaining. Even though some might think the sequel outshines the original, there’s something undeniably iconic about the first movie that has cemented it as a timeless classic. | © DreamWorks Animation
3. Spirited Away
Spirited Away successfully shows what kids are really like, which is a surprisingly rare achievement. They're conflicted, selfish, and complex, just like the main protagonist of this animated film. Because of that more complex portrayal, adults will absolutely find this film compelling as well. | © Toho
2. The Lion King
The Lion King masterfully introduces complex themes to younger audiences, drawing inspiration from Hamlet. And for our money, it's one of the best Shakespeare adaptions of all time, thanks to captivating music, stunning animation, and excellently well-performed characters. This is easily one of the greatest animated films ever made. | © Walt Disney Pictures
1. Inside Out 2
Yep, we loved the first, but we connected even more strongly with the sequel. Inside Out 2 explores the complexities of growing up in the same way as the first, with anthropomorphized emotions who literally control Riley in her mind, but in this film we go beyond childhood to the point where puberty begins. Stunning animations, straightforward humor, and heartfelt moments will appeal to kids, teenagers, and their parents alike. | © Pixar Animation Studios
