Best new Animation movies in 2024 & 2023 (Netflix, Prime, Hulu & Cinema List)
List of the latest animation movies in 2024 and the best animation movies of 2023 & the 2010's. Top animation movies to watch on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+ & other Streaming services, out on DVD/Blu-ray or in cinema's right now.
New animation movies in 2024 in Cinema & on VOD
Top movies up for release in 2024 in cinema and on VOD
DIRECTOR: Carlos Saldanha CAST: Zachary Levi, Lil Rel Howery & Zooey Deschanel
The classic childrens’ picture book comes to life on the big screen. Harold is a little boy with the gift of fantastic creativity. With the aid of his trusty purple crayon, he’s able to draw up anything he can imagine. He’ll have to use those skills as he embarks on an adventure with plenty of magic and whimsy. Directed by Carlos Saldanha (Rio, Ferdinand), this animated adventure fit for kids was written by David Guion (Slumberland) and Michael Handelman (Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb), with a voice cast that includes Zachary Levi, Lil Rel Howery, and Zooey Deschanel.
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Best animation movies on Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney+ or DVD in 2024
2023, 2022, 2021, 2020 and the 2010's best rated animation movies out on DVD, Bluray or streaming on VOD (Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney+ & More).
DIRECTOR: Robert Marianetti, Robert Smigel, David Wachtenheim CAST: Adam Sandler, Bill Burr & Cecily Strong
Leo is a lizard in his 70s that has only known the habitat of a school classroom. Seeking to find more in life, Leo decides to break out of his terrarium alongside his best friend, a turtle. The two of them proceed on an adventure in Florida, finding out that there’s more to the world than the small box of a school. This animated comedy comes from directors Robert Marianetti, Robert Smigel, and David Wachtenheim with a voice cast that includes Adam Sandler, Stephanie Hsu, Jason Alexander, Bill Burr, and Nick Swardson.
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DIRECTOR: Juan Jesús García Galocha CAST: Joe Thomas, Eleanor Tomlinson & Celia Imrie
In ancient Egypt, three people found themselves being mummified. Centuries later, they awakened in modern-day London and sought to procure an old ring of great magic that was stolen by archaeologist Lord Carnaby and is currently in possession of the Royal Family. To find the ring, the mummies will have to get used to the modern world and adjust to British society, which clashes heavily with their Egyptian culture and makes for some hilarious moments of misunderstanding. Directed by Juan Jesús García Galocha (Tad: The Lost Explorer, Strings) and written by Jordi Gasull and Javier López Barreira, this animated comedy fit for the family features the voice talents of Ana Esther Alborg, Roser Aldabó Arnau, Óscar Barberán, Sean Bean, and Hugh Bonneville. Read more Watch the trailer of Mummies Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Peter Sohn CAST: Mamoudou Athie, Leah Lewis &
The Pixar animation studio once more transports viewers to a fantastical world of odd and quirky characters. Elemental centers around a city where everybody represents a different type of element force. Ember represents fire, while Wade represents water. As opposed elements, they wouldn’t do well together. But they soon form an unlikely friendship while they learn more about their strange world. Through it, all, fire and water learn they have much more in common than they previously thought. Directed by Peter Sohn (The Good Dinosaur) and written by Brenda Hsueh, this animated fantasy comedy features the voice talents of Leah Lewis and Mamoudou Athie. Read more Watch the trailer of Elemental Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Henry Selick CAST: Lyric Ross, Keegan-Michael Key & Jordan Peele
Wendell and Wild are two demon brothers who delight in bringing their chaos out of the land of the dead and into the land of the living. In order to make this happen, they rely on the help of 13-year-old Kat Elliot and prepare to face off against their ultimate challengers. What follows is a spooky and silly tale of demonic forces that is perfectly suited for the Halloween season. Directed by Henry Selick (Nightmare Before Christmas, Coraline) and co-written by Jordan Peele (Get Out, Us, Nope), this stop-motion horror-comedy features the voices of Keegan-Michael Key, Jordan Peele, Angela Bassett, Lyric Ross, James Hong, and Ving Rhames.
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DIRECTOR: Vicky Jenson CAST: Rachel Zegler, Nicole Kidman & Javier Bardem
Elian is a teenage girl who has just discovered she has magical power and she’ll need to learn them fast. Her family is in great danger when kingdoms of dark and light engage in a battle of that could threaten war upon the land. But can one teenager prevent a world of magic from descending into chaos? This animate fantasy-comedy comes from director Vicky Jenson (Post Grad, Shark Tale) and features the voice talents of Rachel Zegler, Nicole Kidman, Javier Bardem, Jenifer Lewis, John Lithgow, and Nathan Lane. Read more Watch the trailer of Spellbound Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Peggy Holmes CAST: Eva Noblezada, Simon Pegg & Jane Fonda
Good luck and bad luck are not as arbitrary as one might think. In this animated fantasy adventure, there’s a balance to all things good and bad when it comes to luck. Sam Greenfield, for example, is known for having bad luck. But when she stumbles into the magical Land of Luck, her own luck will have to change as she struggles to prevent feud between magical creatures. Directed by Peggy Holmes (The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning), this computer-animated feature boasts a voice cast that includes Simon Pegg, Jane Fonda, and Whoopi Goldberg. Read more Watch the trailer of Luck Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Loren Bouchard, Bernard Derriman CAST: H. Jon Benjamin, Dan Mintz & John Roberts
Based on the hit animated sitcom, Bob Belcher attempts to run his burger shop amid his weird family. The family is seeking a fun summer but that fun in the sun may be halted when a hole in the road disrupts business. What follows is a bizarre adventure and mystery where the family learns to work together and save their restaurant. Co-directed and co-written by series creator Loren Bouchard (Home Movies), this animated comedy based on the Emmy-winning show features the voices of Kristen Schaal H. Jon Benjamin John Roberts Dan Mintz Eugene Mirman Larry Murphy Zach Galifianakis Kevin Kline Read more Watch the trailer of The Bob’s Burgers Movie
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DIRECTOR: Sarah Smith, Jean-Philippe Vine, Octavio E. Rodriguez(co-director) CAST: Ava Morse, Iara Nemirovsky
In the future, robots have become a common component of society as they walk and talk their way into the hearts of children. Barney is an 11-year-old kid who finds that his robot companion is not functioning quite right. His robot, Ron, is malfunctioning and this leads the two of them on a journey where they learn the true meaning of friendship amid the social media age. This animated sci-fi comedy comes from directors Sarah Smith and Julie Lockhart.
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DIRECTOR: Tim Story CAST: William Hanna, Mel Blanc & Chloë Grace Moretz
The classic cartoon duo of the cat Tom and mouse Jerry, created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera, are back once again for more slapstick antics. This time their 2D selves occupy a live-action world where their latest escapades of chases and comical action take place in a hotel setting. In addition to the cartoon legends appearing in all their illustrated glory, they’ll be sharing the screen with the likes of Chloë Grace Moretz, Michael Peña, Colin Jost, Rob Delaney, and Ken Jeong. Read more Watch the trailer of Tom & Jerry
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DIRECTOR: Dan Scanlon CAST: Chris Pratt, Tom Holland & Julia Louis-Dreyfus
A world of elves, dragons and magic adapts to contemporary times. Two elf brothers, Ian (Tom Holland) and Barley Lightfoot (Chris Pratt), miss their dead father but may be able to bring him back. When they inherit a magical wand, they learn of a spell that can bring their father back for 24 hours. There’s just one problem; they literally only have half a dad in the form of his legs. His other half lies elsewhere on a roadtrip for the odd duo. Read more Watch the trailer of Onward
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DIRECTOR: Charlie Bean CAST: Tessa Thompson, Justin Theroux & Kiersey Clemons
The love story between a pampered Cocker Spaniel named Lady and a streetwise mongrel named Tramp. Lady finds herself out on the street after her owners have a baby and is saved from a pack by Tramp,... Read more Watch the trailer of Lady and the Tramp
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DIRECTOR: Kelly Asbury CAST: Kelly Clarkson, Nick Jonas & Janelle Monáe
Moxy and her friends live happily in Uglyville, a village where only ugly dolls live. When she and her friends embark on an adventure, they end up in Perfection, a place where only 'perfect' dolls live. Read more Watch the trailer of UglyDolls
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DIRECTOR: Chris Butler CAST: Hugh Jackman, Zach Galifianakis & Zoe Saldana
An eccentric explorer travels to the secluded woods of the Pacific North West to prove the existence of a mystical, half-human, half=ape creature. Beautifully crafted and ofter very funny. Read more Watch the trailer of Missing Link
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DIRECTOR: Jon Favreau CAST: Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Donald Glover, Amy Sedaris
Simba idolises his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother—and former heir to the... Read more Watch the trailer of The Lion King
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DIRECTOR: Karey Kirkpatrick, Jason Reisig(co-director) CAST: Channing Tatum, James Corden, Zendaya, Common
A bright young yeti finds something he thought didn't exist—a human. News of this “smallfoot” throws the simple yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world... Read more Watch the trailer of Smallfoot
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DIRECTOR: Hiromasa Yonebayashi CAST: Hana Sugisaki, Ryûnosuke Kamiki, Yûki Amami
In the woods, a young girl stumbles upon a broomstick that enables her to fly. The stick flies her to Endor College, a school of magic. At school however, she soon finds out there sinister things going on. A beautiful Japanese animation movie, based on the classic British children's novel. Read more Watch the trailer of Mary and The Witch’s Flower RATING: 82/100
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DIRECTOR: Wes Anderson CAST: Bryan Cranston, Koyu Rankin, Edward Norton, Bob Balaban
It's an absolute delight to see Wes Anderson return to stop-motion animation. 'Fantastic Mr. Fox' was easily our favorite stop-motion film of the decade so far. In 'Isle of Dogs', a Japanese boy goes looking for his dog after all dogs have been quarantined on a remote island. Doesn't sound like your average Anderson, which makes it all the more interesting. Read more Watch the trailer of Isle of Dogs RATING: 90/100
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DIRECTOR: Hayao Miyazaki CAST: Hideaki Anno
Hidetoshi Nishijima
Miori Takimoto
'The Wind Rises' was supposed to be legendary Japanese directors' Hayao Miyazaki swan song. It isn't, thankfully. 'The Wind Rises' is yet another beautiful chapter in the rich history of the Ghibli Studios, even though the film is significantly different from the weirder stuff they are known for. It tells the (fictionalized) biographical story of Jiro Horikoshi, a famous Japanese designer of several aircrafts. Read more Watch the trailer of The Wind Rises RATING: 80/100
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DIRECTOR: Rémi Chayé CAST: Christa Théret
Féodor Atkine
Peter Hudson
'Long Way North' is yet another glowing example of why France is the leading country in the world when it comes to producing animation films that are both entertaining and artistically relevant. It tells the epic story a young Russian aristocrat girl who travels to the North Pole, in order to find out what happened to her grandfather. Beautifully drawn and compelling storytelling! Read more Watch the trailer of Long Way North RATING: 85/100
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DIRECTOR: Michael Dudok de Wit CAST: Emmanuel Garijo, Tom Hudson, Baptiste Goy, Axel Devillers
After winning an Oscar for his animated short movie 'Father and daughter' (2001), Michael Dudok de Wit finally realized his anticipated feature animation film 'The Red Turtle'. A beautiful and poetic film that will both please children and adults, it tells the story of a castaway on a isolated tropical island and his magical bond with a red turtle. Read more Watch the trailer of The Red Turtle RATING: 85/100
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DIRECTOR: Tomm Moore CAST: Brendan Gleeson
Fionnula Flanagan
David Rawle
Another stunning Irish animation film after 2009's 'The Secret of Kells'. 'Song of the Sea', which was met with international acclaim, is once again deeply rooted in Irish folklore. It tells the magical story of two siblings with a very special ability; they can turn into seals. After their mother has disappeared, the two of them have to live with their grandmother in the city. They soon embark on a whimsical voyage back to the sea. Read more Watch the trailer of Song of the Sea RATING: 87/100
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DIRECTOR: Sylvain Chomet CAST: Jean-Claude Donda
Eilidh Rankin
Duncan MacNeil
Directed by Sylvain Chomet (Les Triplettes des Belleville) and based on a script by Jacques Tati, 'The Illusionist' is a wonderfully realized, nostalgic little gem about an elderly French illusionist traveling to Scotland in the 1960's. Over there, he hopes to continue his career, only to find out people are less and less interested in his craft. Breathtakingly drawn, full of small, funny details. A true delight. Read more Watch the trailer of The Illusionist RATING: 95/100
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DIRECTOR: Gore Verbinski CAST: Johnny Depp
Isla Fisher
Timothy Olyphant
A hilarious western pastiche, full of quirky jokes and movie references. If Wes Anderson was asked to produce a Pixar western movie, something like 'Rango' must have been the result. Read more Watch the trailer of Rango RATING: 80/100
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DIRECTOR: Chris McKay CAST: Will Arnett
Michael Cera
Rosario Dawson
Shortly after the release of the wildly successful (and hilarious) LEGO movie, the creators announced a spin-off; the LEGO Batman Movie. And indeed, this character definitely deserved its own movie. The story is too stupid, but this will make roll from your seat for sure. Read more Watch the trailer of The LEGO Batman Movie RATING: 87/100
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DIRECTOR: Tom McGrath CAST: Steve Buscemi
Tobey Maguire
Lisa Kudrow
Based on the eponymous children's book, The Boss Baby could one of the revelations of 2017. Like more modern children's films, 'The Boss Baby' is a film that dares to take its young audience seriously. Read more Watch the trailer of The Boss Baby RATING: 83/100
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DIRECTOR: Angus MacLane CAST: Chris Evans, Mu Leen & Taika Waititi
The definitive origin story of Buzz Lightyear—the hero who inspired the toy—introducing the legendary Space Ranger who would win generations of fans. Read more Watch the trailer of Lightyear
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DIRECTOR: Makoto Shinkai CAST: Kotaro Daigo, Nana Mori
Hodaka, a high school boy who moves from his isolated island home to the city of Tokyo, who immediately becomes broke! After finally finding work at a shady occult magazine, the sky rains every day... Read more Watch the trailer of Weathering With You
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DIRECTOR: Claude Barras CAST: Gaspard Schlatter
Sixtine Murat
Paulin Jaccoud
A young boy is sent to an orphanage. At first, he feels ill at home, but the other kids soon learn him important lessons about life. Read more Watch the trailer of Ma vie de Courgette RATING: 90/100
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Related: Best new Feel-Good movies in 2024 & 2023 (Netflix, Prime, Hulu & Cinema List)
Studios like Disney, Pixar and Ghibli are taking the art of animated movies to a higher level every year. They continue to be among the highest grossing movies in the box office each year, and then we are not even counting the merchandise. At the time of writing Frozen was released years ago, but you can't walk into a store without seeing Frozen magazines, cups and cookies etc. It's a business, and it's big business. But fortunately it's a business that produces something that makes people happy, and the not so subtly hidden moral codes, are not too bad for our children either. These are the ones we think are the prettiest, smartest and most compelling.
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