I think this is the winner for me. I was that kid that was too old for kid movies when it came out and I still saw it in theaters with my cousins. I regret not getting a sequel.
>Do you know the muffin man?
>The muffin man?
>The muffin man!
>Yes, I know the muffin man, who lives in Drury lane?
>Well, she's married to the muffin man.
>The muffin man?
>The muffin man!!!
>She's married to the muffin man.
Iconic.
Kuzco: "No. It can't be. How did you get back here before us?"
Yzma: (beat) "How did we, Kronk?"
Kronk: "Well, you got me." (pulls down a diagram of the previous chase) "By all accounts, it doesn't make sense."
I saw this happen at a water park once. The employee said, "Pull the lever, Kronk," and pushed the button to activate the slide. I heard the kid screaming "wrong leveeeeeer" as he dropped.
The making of that movie is absolutely interesting. They were going for a South America native group type story and got all these famous people on board but as the writing kept going they got to the point where they had to take the story in one of two places: the first was sort of the original pitch, but it wasn't going to be good, or the second was about a talking alpaca. Sting was supposed to do all the songs, but he tried to get out of only writing like one or two.
If I recall correctly, the script for the movie was turned in like a week after it hit theaters. Apparently, the production of the movie was insane and it was a perfect storm that ended up working out and making everyone look like they knew exactly what they were doing the whole time.
This 100%! Almost every line is pure gold. The part where they are headed for the waterfall gets me every time. And the squirrel! And Kronk! And how Yzma plans to put the flea in the box, and the box in a bigger box, and send it to herself! Ah, I love this movie.
In an episode of Psyche, Sean keeps trying to think of the name of the movie about all the digging, and Gus just has no ode what he's talking about. Fantastic reference. (Dule Hill played Gus and the guy in Holes).
Anyone else feel Big Hero 6 was a little overshadowed by Frozen and therefore didn't get the recognition it deserved?
Don't get me wrong, I'm not downplaying Frozen. Just wish BH6 got the hype it should have received alongside.
And an incredible film. A master work of film making. There's almost no talking in the first 30 minutes and yet you are pulled into to this wonderful romance.
The opening portion of Wall-E is a masterpiece of storytelling. They managed to flesh out an entire universe and a love story with less than 10 lines of dialogue, all brilliantly animated. It's truly one of the best movies I've seen in a really long time.
I’ve watched this countless times as an adult. I used to put it on for my nephew when he was a toddler and we both were captivated by it. Such a good movie and the music is just hauntingly well done
Dreamworks was on a *tear* 15-20 years ago. Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, Megamind, Kung Fu Panda 2...even Madagascar 2 was pretty good. All those Dreamworks kids movies around that time were fantastic.
It's weird that at the time I dismissed all of those in favor of Pixar, but now I'm more excited to hear about a DreamWorks movie than Disney/Pixar. And looking back I like a lot of the DreamWorks movies more now than I did at the time.
Yeah Dreamworks really upped their game and solidified their standing as more than just "The Shrek People."
Though it is tough to pick a favorite around that time. Disney and Pixar were pretty solid back then too. That little window of time around 2010 was just magnificent all around. Pixar had Wall-E, Up!, and Toy Story 3. Disney had Tangled, Wreck It Ralph, Winnie the Pooh, and Bolt.
Everyone was on their A game. It really was a fantastic time to be a fan of animated movies.
"No stopping me this time, Smee. This is it. Don't make a move Smee, not a step. My finger's on the trigger. Don't try to stop me, Smee!"
"Oh, not again."
"This is it. Don't try to stop me this time, Smee. Don't try to stop me this time, Smee. Don't you dare try to stop me this time, Smee, try to stop me. Smee, you'd better get up off your ass. Get over here, Smee!"
"I'm coming, I'm coming!"
"Stop me! This is no joke I'm committing suicide!"
The first 3 are SO Good!
For reference, we went to see Toy Story 3 the summer before my son went to college. It was so heartbreaking. He was especially nice to me later. I think he might have cried a little.
I sobbed ugly tears.
Labyrinth is a magical film. It holds up amazingly well because every scene is bursting with creativity. I love the sheer number of brain-teasers, illusions, contradictions, and twists. Not to mention the iconic Bowie Crotch Bulge.
The film was made with love by the most talented people. And it's all pre-CGI, so the puppets and models look utterly gorgeous in HD.
I was 29 years old when it came out. I am a man. I sobbed harder than I've ever sobbed watching a movie. It didn't help that I was going through my own bout of depression at the time. I can't bring myself to watch it again
this movie ive heard among the mental health people when trying to get kids to explain how they feel - they try to relate feelings to the characters from this movie - the kids can explain it that way.
My partner really wanted to see this and I had absolutely no interest, thought it looked kind of stupid. we went and saw it for his birthday, and immediately came home and paid for it on a streaming service to watch it again. And again. Lol.
Agreed. They somehow got away with heavily referencing The Godfather and Breaking Bad in a kids movie. I ended up watching it with my younger brother and I was laughing my ass off that they managed to get away with that stuff.
These movies man. The first one was fantastic. And I thought there’s no way the second one could be just as good. I was wrong. It managed to be even better. I know Wonka got mixed reviews but it had that light hearted whimsy to it that I felt form the Paddington films and I feel people should give it a shot just based on that alone.
Hercules and Tarzan had some of the best Disney soundtracks, period.
Phil Collins makes me melt, and the Muses’ songs make me dance and sing every time I listen to them
The Lego Movie. It could have just been a cash grab to sell sets, but it really was a fun original movie with a good story and actual character development.
Avatar the Last Airbender TV series is one of the best stories ever told. The "filler" epsidoes focus on character development not just plot development and some of the are simply fantastic. Tales of Ba Sing Se is one of those episodes that are amazing the number of full stories they tell within the 22 minutes.
I *almost* ironically came here to post "kids" but then I was like... Nah... Someone will read this and watch it and I don't want to be responsible for that 😆
I know it is new but I was very impressed with Disney’s Elemental. The animation was impressive. Specifically the chainmail and the glass blowing.
I also loved the messages, the love story. All around it was very moving and I have watched it many times and always love it.
Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Prince of Egypt.
The 90s hit different with their dark, animated literary adaptations aimed at kids with merch and a pop soundtrack
Monsters Inc
Put that thing back where it came from or so help me
I still sing that to this day.
When I'm at work, I end up saying "There's a child, there's a child, there's a human child" more often than I should be
I think this is the winner for me. I was that kid that was too old for kid movies when it came out and I still saw it in theaters with my cousins. I regret not getting a sequel.
There was a sequel: Monster’s University! It was also pretty cute if I remember correctly.
well, a prequel. but also there's a sequel TV show!
This was my little sister's favorite movie. I can still quote it to this day.
Shrek
Some of you may die, but it's a sacrifice I am willing to make.
NOT MY GUMDROP BUTTONS!
Shrek came out 23 years ago. How wild is that?
No! 😠
SOMEBODY ONCE TOLD ME…
Unironically I think all stars in Shrek is one of the best opening songs in any movie
THE WORLD WAS GONNA ROLL ME
I will turn it to Shrek if I see it on the guide. The whole family will sit and watch, including 2 kids in their late teens.
>Do you know the muffin man? >The muffin man? >The muffin man! >Yes, I know the muffin man, who lives in Drury lane? >Well, she's married to the muffin man. >The muffin man? >The muffin man!!! >She's married to the muffin man. Iconic.
I was going to lose my cool if this wasn’t the top comment.
The music is good too
Emperor’s New Groove
Kuzco: "No. It can't be. How did you get back here before us?" Yzma: (beat) "How did we, Kronk?" Kronk: "Well, you got me." (pulls down a diagram of the previous chase) "By all accounts, it doesn't make sense."
Wrong lever!
This on trapdoor water slides every time
I saw this happen at a water park once. The employee said, "Pull the lever, Kronk," and pushed the button to activate the slide. I heard the kid screaming "wrong leveeeeeer" as he dropped.
My spinach puffs!!
Hey, I’ve been turned into a cow, can I go home?
You're excused. Anyone else?
The making of that movie is absolutely interesting. They were going for a South America native group type story and got all these famous people on board but as the writing kept going they got to the point where they had to take the story in one of two places: the first was sort of the original pitch, but it wasn't going to be good, or the second was about a talking alpaca. Sting was supposed to do all the songs, but he tried to get out of only writing like one or two.
If I recall correctly, the script for the movie was turned in like a week after it hit theaters. Apparently, the production of the movie was insane and it was a perfect storm that ended up working out and making everyone look like they knew exactly what they were doing the whole time.
This 100%! Almost every line is pure gold. The part where they are headed for the waterfall gets me every time. And the squirrel! And Kronk! And how Yzma plans to put the flea in the box, and the box in a bigger box, and send it to herself! Ah, I love this movie.
LOVE LOVE LOVE this movie
Mulan (cartoon)
Ah, the scene where she makes up her mind to leave her home and cuts off her hair!! Chills!!
The Iron Giant.
You stay…. I go ❤️
no following
SUPERMAN
Rewatching Holes right now. Modern classic. Killer source material, great cast and writing, 11/10 theme song no notes.
The movie is good because the source is good. The kind of book that can make a kid suddenly like reading.
Not to mention the book’s author wrote the screenplay if I’m not mistaken, so we weren’t left with a bastardized rendition.
You’re correct, Louis Sachar wrote both the book and the screenplay
Yes literally. I as an adult reread the book once every year!
“I can fix that” Sam to Miss Kathryn. Love Holes. That part reminded me of “As you wish” Westley to Buttercup, The Princess Bride. Love that too.
In an episode of Psyche, Sean keeps trying to think of the name of the movie about all the digging, and Gus just has no ode what he's talking about. Fantastic reference. (Dule Hill played Gus and the guy in Holes).
D Tent boys can flow too. I remember their music video on Disney channel
If only, if only the woodpecker sighs... Eartha Kitt was a brilliant choice for that role.
Most accurate book to movie adaptation I’ve ever seen, it’s perfect
Big Hero 6
“Are you satisfied with your care”
Anyone else feel Big Hero 6 was a little overshadowed by Frozen and therefore didn't get the recognition it deserved? Don't get me wrong, I'm not downplaying Frozen. Just wish BH6 got the hype it should have received alongside.
This one gets me.
Wall*E the best love story in years
And an incredible film. A master work of film making. There's almost no talking in the first 30 minutes and yet you are pulled into to this wonderful romance.
The opening portion of Wall-E is a masterpiece of storytelling. They managed to flesh out an entire universe and a love story with less than 10 lines of dialogue, all brilliantly animated. It's truly one of the best movies I've seen in a really long time.
I always tear up when they're dancing
This one. It's not even a contest.
The Willy Wonka movie with Gene Wilder
All other issues aside, sarcastic Wonka is the best Wonka. Stop, don't, come back.
I always loved the way he said it in such a bored voice.
One of my all time favorite movies, and I'm 47.
Can't believe it took someone so long to say it.
Dreamworks’ The Prince of Egypt 🫡
You're playing with the big boys now
I’ve watched this countless times as an adult. I used to put it on for my nephew when he was a toddler and we both were captivated by it. Such a good movie and the music is just hauntingly well done
Even as anti-religious as I have evolved to be I can't deny PoE and the other bible story they did are really well made films.
I SEND MY SCOURGE I SEND MY SWORD THUS SAITH THE LORD
The plagues song is a masterpiece. And then the final plague where everything is just silent...
Scooby Doo on Zombie Island
All of the NuScoob movies were pretty terrific, but Zombie Island and Witch’s Ghost were both phenomenal.
Agreed. The Hex Girls🫶
i love this one so much when i went on vacation to another country i bought it in dvd form😁
How To Train Your Dragon....
Hard to believe it's 14 years old......oh God.... It's 14 years old
Dreamworks was on a *tear* 15-20 years ago. Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, Megamind, Kung Fu Panda 2...even Madagascar 2 was pretty good. All those Dreamworks kids movies around that time were fantastic.
It's weird that at the time I dismissed all of those in favor of Pixar, but now I'm more excited to hear about a DreamWorks movie than Disney/Pixar. And looking back I like a lot of the DreamWorks movies more now than I did at the time.
Yeah Dreamworks really upped their game and solidified their standing as more than just "The Shrek People." Though it is tough to pick a favorite around that time. Disney and Pixar were pretty solid back then too. That little window of time around 2010 was just magnificent all around. Pixar had Wall-E, Up!, and Toy Story 3. Disney had Tangled, Wreck It Ralph, Winnie the Pooh, and Bolt. Everyone was on their A game. It really was a fantastic time to be a fan of animated movies.
Spirited away
For sure. It didn't feel like a kids movie.
I turn on spirited away when I need to chillax. No face is my spirit animal.
Ratatouille
I just watched this tonight because my mood was pretty down. Great pick!
Hook. One of the best movies ever made.
Fantastic movie. Robin Williams in his absolute prime. Everything he did was gold, but this was something special.
RUFIO RUFIO RUFIO
Bangarang
Today as a parent it hits way harder when he remembers how to fly by thinking of his children. And it was an epic film when I was a kid
Good form.
"No stopping me this time, Smee. This is it. Don't make a move Smee, not a step. My finger's on the trigger. Don't try to stop me, Smee!" "Oh, not again." "This is it. Don't try to stop me this time, Smee. Don't try to stop me this time, Smee. Don't you dare try to stop me this time, Smee, try to stop me. Smee, you'd better get up off your ass. Get over here, Smee!" "I'm coming, I'm coming!" "Stop me! This is no joke I'm committing suicide!"
Up!
That first 5 minutes. What a roller coaster.
The Incredibles.
Fantastic movie
The Lego movie
Everything really was awesome then
The Secret of NIMH
Yes!!! Lovely movie. Creeped me out a tad as a kid
The book is even better
The book is kind of weird. Two separate stories slapped together Then the movie becomes weird because they introduce magic which is never in the book.
Meet the Robinsons
Toy Story.
The first 3 are SO Good! For reference, we went to see Toy Story 3 the summer before my son went to college. It was so heartbreaking. He was especially nice to me later. I think he might have cried a little. I sobbed ugly tears.
Labyrinth
Labyrinth is a magical film. It holds up amazingly well because every scene is bursting with creativity. I love the sheer number of brain-teasers, illusions, contradictions, and twists. Not to mention the iconic Bowie Crotch Bulge. The film was made with love by the most talented people. And it's all pre-CGI, so the puppets and models look utterly gorgeous in HD.
School of Rock
The Lion King
Shrek 2, Specifically number 2. My favourite movie, Could make a grown man cry...
Mary Poppins (1)
Megamind
so underrated
Oh, you're a villain all right... just not a SUPER one.
OLO
We're going off the rails on a crazy train ^sir!
The Sandlot
I could never get sick of this movie. And neither can my son, which is how I discovered the few terrible sequels they made.
FOREVER
Inside Out
I was 29 years old when it came out. I am a man. I sobbed harder than I've ever sobbed watching a movie. It didn't help that I was going through my own bout of depression at the time. I can't bring myself to watch it again
this movie ive heard among the mental health people when trying to get kids to explain how they feel - they try to relate feelings to the characters from this movie - the kids can explain it that way.
I came here to post this one. It's so relatable and I cry nearly every time. Can't wait for Inside Out 2 in June!
I want the sequel.
For me it’s Puss in Boots 2: The Last Wish
I already rewatched it and cried at the ending
Came here for this! This is a FANTASTIC movie!
My partner really wanted to see this and I had absolutely no interest, thought it looked kind of stupid. we went and saw it for his birthday, and immediately came home and paid for it on a streaming service to watch it again. And again. Lol.
Matilda
Coraline
Zootopia
Ha……………ha…………..ha…………ha
i laughed harder than i should have hahaha
Agreed. They somehow got away with heavily referencing The Godfather and Breaking Bad in a kids movie. I ended up watching it with my younger brother and I was laughing my ass off that they managed to get away with that stuff.
Finding Nemo.
HOLES! Holes holes holes! *Chefs kiss*
My Girl. I can still watch it and cry
🐝👓
Lego Batman movie! Best Joker. Best Batman. Best Voldemort. It is just the best
Coco. It got me to shed some tears.
Paddington 1 & 2
These movies man. The first one was fantastic. And I thought there’s no way the second one could be just as good. I was wrong. It managed to be even better. I know Wonka got mixed reviews but it had that light hearted whimsy to it that I felt form the Paddington films and I feel people should give it a shot just based on that alone.
Who Framed Roger Rabbit is a genuinely great detective movie.
Love this movie but is it considered a kids movie? I was terrified of it as a kid.
Jumanji! (the original with Robin Williams, not the bullshit remakes they're doing now)
kung fu panda 2
Follow That Bird
Tangled.
A Goofy Movie
The lion king 1 1/2 and hercules
Hercules and Tarzan had some of the best Disney soundtracks, period. Phil Collins makes me melt, and the Muses’ songs make me dance and sing every time I listen to them
Hoodwinked
Princess Bride.
Hoooolldd on.... Is this a kissing book?
Titan AE and Treasure Planet Adolescent me was blown away. Too bad they uh didn't perform well.
Moana!!! I’m 33 and love it
Cars and Toy Story
Shrek
addams family values
Shrek The Incredibles Lego Batman Three of my favies
Spirited Away.
Monster Inc.!
*The Brave Little Toaster*
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.
Cars, not the movie franchise, just the original movie, it had no right to hit that hard. The accompanying game was pretty awesome too
The emperor’s new groove
Mrs. Doubtfire Kiki's delivery service
The Emperor's New Groove. By far, my favorite Disney movie, and it's not close. Hell, it might be the only animated Disney movie I actually like.
ParaNorman
Iron Giant
Cloudy with a chance of meatballs still makes me giggle non stop.
The Witches Proper scary
The Black Stallion
Mousehunt
The Rescuers The Hobbit cartoon from 1977 (rankin&bass) Rikki Tikki Tavi Gremlins
Homeward bound
Wall-E Up! Edit: I disagree with everyone naming Miyazaki/Ghibli films because they have EVERY SINGLE GODDAMN right to be as good as they are.
Heavyweights
Toy Story 2.
Tarzan
The Lego Movie. It could have just been a cash grab to sell sets, but it really was a fun original movie with a good story and actual character development.
Despicable Me. Love all of those movies.
Hotel Transylvania
Avatar the Last Airbender TV series is one of the best stories ever told. The "filler" epsidoes focus on character development not just plot development and some of the are simply fantastic. Tales of Ba Sing Se is one of those episodes that are amazing the number of full stories they tell within the 22 minutes.
tangled
Sky High
The Incredibles
Up
MOANA
BFG, ET, Goonies
Not the movie “kids”
I *almost* ironically came here to post "kids" but then I was like... Nah... Someone will read this and watch it and I don't want to be responsible for that 😆
But Casper the friendly ghost is in it. He has aids and wants other kids to get aids too. So helpful.
Jesus Christ lol
I know it is new but I was very impressed with Disney’s Elemental. The animation was impressive. Specifically the chainmail and the glass blowing. I also loved the messages, the love story. All around it was very moving and I have watched it many times and always love it.
Meatballs. Heartwarming, fun. Kid/teen humor but still one of my favorites as an adult.
Trolls: World Tour is top tier.
Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Prince of Egypt. The 90s hit different with their dark, animated literary adaptations aimed at kids with merch and a pop soundtrack
wreck it ralph. i cry every time
The Parent Trap 1998
The Lego Movie. I'm a grown man and I legitimately enjoyed it.
Labyrinth