15 Best Animated Movies on Disney+ 2026
On Disney+, find top animated family and sci-fi picks like Hoppers, Toy Story 4 and Ron's Gone Wrong, with reviews, cast highlights and where to stream.
Searching for the best animated movies on disney plus 2026 can feel overwhelming, but this list pares it down to must-see picks. From the fresh, music-filled family comedy Hoppers (2026) to the heartfelt Toy Story 4 (2019) and the tech-savvy Ron's Gone Wrong (2021), there’s something for every mood. You’ll find sci-fi surprises, laugh-out-loud moments, and gentle adventures suitable for kids and grown-ups alike. I highlight standout voice casts, critical ratings, and why each title earns a spot on your watchlist. Whether planning a family movie night or hunting for a solo animation binge, this curated selection on Disney+ makes picking easy.
Table of Contents
- Hoppers
- Toy Story 4
- The Legend of Mor'du
- Strange Magic
- Ice Age: Collision Course
- Ron's Gone Wrong
- From Our Family to Yours
- Party Central
- Big City Greens the Movie: Spacecation
- Geri's Game
- Gnomeo & Juliet
- The Little Matchgirl
- The Longest Daycare
- Thumbelina
- Return to Never Land
1. Hoppers
Year: 2026 | Rating: 7.2/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: comedy, kids & family, science-fiction, animation
Scientists have discovered how to 'hop' human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals, allowing people to communicate with animals as animals. Animal lover Mabel seizes an opportunity to use the technology, uncovering mysteries within the animal world beyond anything she could have imagined.
Available on: Disney Plus
2. Toy Story 4
Year: 2019 | Rating: 7.7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, adventure, comedy, family, fantasy
Woody has always been confident about his place in the world and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that's Andy or Bonnie. But when Bonnie adds a reluctant new toy called "Forky" to her room, a road trip adventure alongside old and new friends will show Woody how big the world can be for a toy.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Josh Cooley
Cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Annie Potts, Tony Hale, Keegan-Michael Key
3. The Legend of Mor'du
Year: 2012 | Rating: 6.1/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, short, family, fantasy
The witch from Pixar's Brave uses magical illustrations to tell the legend of a power-obsessed prince who sought a magic spell that would allow him to wrest control of a kingdom from his brothers, only to destroy that kingdom and his own fate as well.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Brian Larsen
Cast: Julie Walters, Steve Purcell, Callum O'Neill
4. Strange Magic
Year: 2015 | Rating: 5.8/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, adventure, comedy, family, fantasy, musical, romance
A love potion works its devious charms on fairies, elves and the swamp-dwelling Bog King as they all try to possess the potion for themselves.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Gary Rydstrom
Cast: Alan Cumming, Evan Rachel Wood, Elijah Kelley, Meredith Bull, Sam Palladio
5. Ice Age: Collision Course
Year: 2016 | Rating: 5.7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, adventure, comedy, family, sci-fi
Set after the events of Continental Drift, Scrat's epic pursuit of his elusive acorn catapults him outside of Earth, where he accidentally sets off a series of cosmic events that transform and threaten the planet. To save themselves from peril, Manny, Sid, Diego, and the rest of the herd leave their home and embark on a quest full of thrills and spills, highs and lows, laughter and adventure while traveling to exotic new lands and locations.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Michael Thurmeier, Galen T. Chu
Cast: Stephanie Beatriz, Robert Cardone, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Adam Devine, Jesse Tyler Ferguson
6. Ron's Gone Wrong
Year: 2021 | Rating: 7.1/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, adventure, comedy, family, sci-fi
In a world where walking, talking, digitally connected bots have become children's best friends, an 11-year-old finds that his robot buddy doesn't quite work the same as the others do.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Sarah Smith, Jean-Philippe Vine, Octavio E. Rodriguez
Cast: Jack Dylan Grazer, Zach Galifianakis, Ed Helms, Olivia Colman, Rob Delaney
7. From Our Family to Yours
Year: 2020 | Rating: 7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, short, family
A granddaughter brings joy on Christmas morning by mending her Filipina grandmother’s beloved Mickey plush and decorating her house with Filipino Christmas lanterns ‘parols’; reviving a family tradition and evoking memories of Christmas past. In partnership with Make-A-Wish. Featuring "Love Is A Compass" by Griff.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Angela Affinita
Cast: Sophia Elayasse, Lyl Maglaqui
8. Party Central
Year: 2013 | Rating: 7/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, short, adventure, comedy, family, fantasy
Mike and Sulley are back at Monsters University for a fun-filled weekend with their Oozma Kappa fraternity brothers. The gang is throwing their first party, but no one’s showing up. Luckily for them, Mike and Sulley have come up with a plan to make sure “Party Central” is the most epic party the school has ever seen.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Kelsey Mann
Cast: Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Peter Sohn, Julia Sweeney, Colleen O'Shaughnessey
9. Big City Greens the Movie: Spacecation
Year: 2024 | Rating: 6.2/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, action, adventure, comedy, family, fantasy, sci-fi
When thrill-seeker Cricket tricks his family into taking a "road trip" in space, chaos in the cosmos quickly ensues. Despite growing frustrations between Cricket and his dad, Bill, the two must learn to appreciate each other's unique perspectives in order to prevent Big City from being destroyed by an interstellar disaster.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Anna O'Brian
Cast: Chris Houghton, Marieve Herington, Bob Joles, Artemis Pebdani, Wendi McLendon-Covey
10. Geri's Game
Year: 1997 | Rating: 7.8/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, short, comedy, family
An aging codger named Geri plays a daylong game of chess in the park against himself. Somehow, he begins losing to his livelier opponent. But just when the game's nearly over, Geri manages to turn the tables.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Jan Pinkava
Cast: Bob Peterson
11. Gnomeo & Juliet
Year: 2011 | Rating: 5.9/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, adventure, comedy, family, fantasy, musical, romance
A version of Shakespeare's play, set in the world of warring indoor and outdoor gnomes. Garden gnomes Gnomeo and Juliet have as many obstacles to overcome as their quasi namesakes when they are caught up in a feud between neighbors. But with plastic pink flamingos and lawnmower races in the mix, can this young couple find lasting happiness?
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Kelly Asbury
Cast: James McAvoy, Emily Blunt, Ashley Jensen, Michael Caine, Matt Lucas
12. The Little Matchgirl
Year: 2006 | Rating: 7.8/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, short, drama, family, fantasy
An animated short based on Hans Christian Andersen's tale about a poor young girl with a burning desire to find comfort and happiness in her life. Desperate to keep warm, the girl lights the matches she sells, and envisions a very different life for herself in the fiery flames filled with images of loving relatives, bountiful food, and a place to call home.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Roger Allers
13. The Longest Daycare
Year: 2012 | Rating: 7.2/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, short, comedy, family
Maggie must navigate an eventful first day in daycare. At the Ayn Rand School for Tots, Maggie is diagnosed with average intelligence. Barred from the gifted children, she longs to escape from her glue-guzzling classmates. But when a lonely caterpillar befriends her, she makes it her mission to save it from a ruthless butterfly smashing toddler.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: David Silverman
14. Thumbelina
Year: 1994 | Rating: 6.3/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, adventure, family, fantasy, musical, romance
Born of a flower and growing to only a couple of inches tall, poor Thumbelina is worried she'll never meet someone her own size, until she happens to catch the eye of Prince Cornelius of the Fairies. Just as soon as she finds love, however, it's torn away from her when she is kidnapped by Ms. Toad. Now Thumbelina has to escape Ms. Toad's grasp and search for Prince Cornelius. Luckily, there's a whole city of animals willing to help her.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Don Bluth, Gary Goldman
Cast: Gino Conforti, Barbara Cook, Jodi Benson, Will Ryan, June Foray
15. Return to Never Land
Year: 2002 | Rating: 5.8/10 | Type: Movie
Genres: animation, adventure, family, fantasy
In 1940, the world is besieged by World War II. Wendy, all grown up, has two children; including Jane, who does not believe Wendy's stories about Peter Pan.
Available on: Disney Plus
Directed by: Robin Budd, Donovan Cook
Cast: Harriet Owen, Blayne Weaver, Corey Burton, Jeff Bennett, Kath Soucie
Wrapping Up
This lineup blends comedy, family-friendly storytelling, imaginative sci-fi, and classic animated adventure so you get variety and quality in one place. Each choice was selected for strong voice performances, solid reviews, and replay value, spanning new releases and beloved franchise entries. Bookmark the page for fast access when you open Disney+ and check back often — selections are refreshed regularly as new films arrive. Keep this guide handy for kids’ nights, date-night picks, or a quick escape into imaginative animation, and tell me if you want lists sorted by age or tone.
Last updated: July 26, 2026