Best Animated Movies Ever — Yourlist

Best Animated Movies Ever

a Yourlist ranking · the crowd decides the order

From hand-drawn classics to modern CG masterpieces, which animated film reigns supreme? Vote based on story, artistry, and lasting impact.

What counts: Best is judged by critical acclaim, cultural influence, box office success, and audience love; ratings and figures are approximate and sourced from general public consensus.

Spirited Away
Miyazaki's dreamlike masterpiece redefined what animation could achieve emotionally and visually.
Release Year: 2001Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 9.3/10
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The film that launched Pixar and modern computer animation as we know it.
Release Year: 1995Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.9/10
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A Shakespearean epic with unforgettable songs that became Disney's crown jewel.
Release Year: 1994Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 9/10
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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
A visual revolution that reinvented what animated superhero storytelling could look like.
Release Year: 2018Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 9/10
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A balloon-powered adventure that opens with one of cinema's most devastating montages.
Release Year: 2009Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.8/10
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WALL-E
A near-wordless love story that doubles as a poignant environmental warning.
Release Year: 2008Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.9/10
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A heartfelt ocean odyssey that became one of the most beloved family films ever made.
Release Year: 2003Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.6/10
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A fairy tale parody that flipped the genre on its head with irreverent humor.
Release Year: 2001Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.4/10
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A vibrant celebration of family and heritage that will make you cry within minutes.
Release Year: 2017Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.9/10
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A brilliant journey inside a child's mind that redefined emotional storytelling in animation.
Release Year: 2015Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.7/10
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A soaring tale of friendship between a boy and his dragon, with breathtaking flight sequences.
Release Year: 2010Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.6/10
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The first animated film ever nominated for Best Picture, a true fairy tale triumph.
Release Year: 1991Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.7/10
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A superhero family saga that balances thrilling action with genuine heart.
Release Year: 2004Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.6/10
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A charming tale proving anyone can cook, with gorgeous Parisian animation.
Release Year: 2007Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.7/10
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A global phenomenon that redefined the modern Disney princess story with 'Let It Go'.
Release Year: 2013Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8/10
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A groundbreaking cyberpunk classic that changed the perception of anime worldwide.
Release Year: 1988Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.5/10
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Princess Mononoke
A sweeping environmental epic showcasing Miyazaki's mastery of moral complexity.
Release Year: 1997Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.9/10
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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
The film that started it all—the first full-length cel-animated feature in history.
Release Year: 1937Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8/10
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A visually stunning morality tale often cited as a technical animation milestone.
Release Year: 1940Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.1/10
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The Nightmare Before Christmas
A stop-motion holiday classic that blends two seasons into one gothic delight.
Release Year: 1993Studio: Audience/Critic Rating: 8.4/10
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