Top 12 Most Underappreciated Animated Films You Must Watch
1. Kubo and the Two Strings
Kubo mesmerizes the people in his village with his magical gift for spinning wild tales with origami. When he accidentally summons an evil spirit seeking vengeance, Kubo is forced to go on a quest to solve the mystery of his fallen samurai father and his mystical weaponry, as well as discover his own magical powers.
Release Date: August 18, 2016
Average Rating: 3.7
Watch Now2. The Wolf House
María, a girl from Colonia Dignidad in Chile, is punished for losing three pigs and decides to run away to an abandoned house in the forest. The house, filled with disturbing and surreal imagery, becomes both her refuge and her prison as she tries to escape the memories of the tyrannical Paul Schäfer.
Release Date: September 26, 2018
Average Rating: 3.6
Watch Now3. The Summit of the Gods
A photojournalist's obsessive quest leads him to search for a legendary climber who disappeared during the first expedition to Mt. Everest. This gripping tale explores the themes of obsession, nature, and human determination.
Release Date: September 22, 2021
Average Rating: 4.1
Watch Now4. Klaus
Jesper, the Postal Academy's worst student, is sent to an icy village where he meets Klaus, a mysterious carpenter living in a cabin full of handmade toys. Together, they restore joy and warmth to the unfriendly town.
Release Date: November 8, 2019
Average Rating: 4.0
Watch Now5. Treasure Planet
Young and adventurous Jim Hawkins embarks on a journey to find an intergalactic treasure. With the help of a cyborg cook named John Silver, he faces space storms and supernovas in this dazzling space opera.
Release Date: November 26, 2002
Average Rating: 3.4
Watch Now6. Flee
Amin, a refugee from Afghanistan, recounts his harrowing journey through animation to protect his identity. As he grapples with a secret kept for 20 years, Amin's story unfolds as a powerful narrative of resilience and identity.
Release Date: June 17, 2021
Average Rating: 4.3
Watch Now7. Song of the Sea
Ben and Saoirse, the last Seal Child, embark on a journey to return to their home by the sea after their mother's disappearance. Along the way, they are drawn into a world of fairy folk from their mother's tales, realizing that Saoirse is crucial to their survival.
Release Date: June 23, 2014
Average Rating: 4.3
Watch Now8. My Life as a Zucchini
After the death of his mother, Zucchini is placed in a foster home with other orphans. With the help of a kind police officer and his newfound friends, Zucchini learns to trust and love again, searching for a new family.
Release Date: September 22, 2016
Average Rating: 4.1
Watch Now9. Wolfwalkers
In a time of superstition and magic, young apprentice hunter Robyn travels to Ireland with her father to wipe out the last pack of wolves. Her friendship with a wild native girl leads her to a transformative discovery about the world of Wolfwalkers.
Release Date: October 26, 2020
Average Rating: 4.3
Watch Now10. The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
This poignant tale follows the unlikely friendship of a boy, a mole, a fox, and a horse as they travel together in search for the boy's home. Their journey is filled with wisdom and warmth, perfect for viewers of all ages.
Release Date: December 25, 2022
Average Rating: 4.3
Watch Now11. The Red Turtle
This dialogue-less film follows the major life stages of a castaway on a deserted tropical island inhabited by turtles, crabs, and birds. The mesmerizing animation and hauntingly beautiful story make it a must-watch.
Release Date: June 29, 2016
Average Rating: 3.6
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On the planet Ygam, giant blue humanoids known as Draags consider tiny human-like creatures, Oms, as ignorant animals. This visually stunning film explores themes of freedom, resistance, and the quest for knowledge in a unique, philosophical narrative.
Release Date: December 1, 1973
Average Rating: 3.8
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