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Top Animated Gems from 2001: A Mix of Classics and Cartoons

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  1. 1Jimmy Neutron: Boy GeniusMovie · 2001 · 82m · Family, Comedy, AdventureJimmy Neutron, a brilliant young inventor, often struggles to fit in. His life changes when aliens kidnap his parents, and parents worldwide. Now, Jimmy must rally children from across the globe to lead a daring rescue mission.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1
  2. 2La JetéeMovie · 1962 · 29m · Drama, Romance, Science FictionJohn Callahan's Quads! is an animated comedy-drama about a group of recently paralyzed friends navigating life together with wit and humor. This Canada-Australia co-production, first shown on Teletoon in 2001 and later in Australia and Latin America, was a pioneering animated series made entirely with Macromedia Flash. The story follows a main character and his friends, all dealing with similar physical challenges. Their everyday adventures offer a realistic look at their struggles and their efforts to find joy despite their difficulties. The show explores friendship, resilience, and how humor helps them turn tough situations into chances for connection and personal strength.Stream onIMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9
  3. 3Father and DaughterMovie · 2001 · 8m · Animation, DramaA father bids farewell to his young daughter. Years pass, and she matures into adulthood, yet a profound yearning for her father remains constant within her.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5
  4. 4Cat SoupMovie · 2001 · 33m · Fantasy, Animation, Science FictionThis darkly humorous story follows Nyatta, a kitten who walks and talks, as he journeys to the afterlife to rescue his sister's soul.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.0
  5. 5Pokémon: Mewtwo ReturnsMovie · 2001 · 63m · Animation, Family, ActionIn the Johto region, Team Rocket leader Giovanni discovers Mewtwo. While attempting to recapture the powerful Pokémon, Ash and his friends are kidnapped by Domino, a new Team Rocket member, during a rescue attempt involving Pikachu from Jessie and James. The cloned Pokémon are captured and used as bait to lure Mewtwo. The story culminates in a conflict between Mewtwo and Giovanni, as Mewtwo grapples with questions of purpose and existence, despite being a creation of science.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.7
  6. 6RobinsonMovie · 2001 · 95m · Adventure, Animation, ActionA white blood cell policeman must stop a deadly virus from destroying the human it protects, Frank. He relies on a cold pill to do his job.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5
  7. 7Waking LifeMovie · 2001 · 101m · Animation, Drama, Fantasy*Waking Life* centers on a young man who exists in a continuous state between wakefulness and dreaming. The film follows him as he moves from observing to actively participating in philosophical conversations. These discussions explore themes of reality, free will, human connection, and the purpose of existence.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5
  8. 8MetropolisMovie · 2001 · 107m · Animation, Science FictionIn the futuristic city of Metropolis, amidst growing social unrest, Kenichi and his uncle Shunsaku Ban investigate the origins of Tima, the first robot designed to closely resemble a human being.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
  9. 9Final Fantasy: The Spirits WithinMovie · 2001 · 106m · Adventure, Action, FantasyDriven by a mysterious dream, scientist Aki Ross embarks on a quest to gather eight spirits, believing they hold the key to safeguarding Earth. Working with the Deep Eyes Squadron and her mentor, Dr. Sid, Aki must overcome darkness and awaken the spirits' power to protect the planet.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2
  10. 10Cowboy Bebop: The MovieMovie · 2001 · 115m · Action, Animation, Science FictionIn 2071, a terrorist bombing on Mars unleashes a deadly virus, prompting the government to offer a record-breaking reward for the perpetrator's capture. The bounty hunter crew of the spaceship Bebop – Spike, Faye, Jet, and Ed – take on the job, hoping for a quick profit. But the mystery of Vincent, the man behind the attack, proves far more complex than they anticipated, and they find themselves competing with other hunters.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7
  11. 11Scooby-Doo and the Cyber ChaseMovie · 2001 · 73m · Animation, Adventure, ComedyScooby and the gang find themselves trapped inside a video game designed by someone who knows them well. They must battle the "Phantom Virus" to escape. Their only way out is to progress through the game, defeating it level by level.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.3
  12. 12ShrekMovie · 2001 · 90m · Animation, Comedy, FantasyBeing an ogre isn't easy, especially when you're a likeable, but smelly, one like Shrek. He embarks on a quest to rescue a beautiful princess from a dragon, and along the way, he joins forces with a funny donkey.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8
  13. 13Recess: School's OutMovie · 2001 · 82m · Family, Animation, ComedyWith the school year ending, T.J. Detweiler anticipates a fun-filled summer. However, his plans change when his friends go to summer camp, and he discovers a sinister plot to eliminate summer vacation altogether. A former principal, Dr. Benedict, intends to use a laser to permanently change the weather into winter. To prevent year-round school, T.J. gathers his friends and teams up with unlikely allies – Miss Finster and Principal Prickly – for an action-packed adventure. As the kids discover their own strengths, they face a series of humorous obstacles, exciting music, and surprising sci-fi twists in a race to save summer!Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6
  14. 14Atlantis: The Lost EmpireMovie · 2001 · 95m · Animation, Family, AdventureMilo Thatch, a young linguist, joins a daring team of explorers on a quest to locate the legendary lost continent of Atlantis.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0
  15. 15One Piece: Clockwork Island AdventureMovie · 2001 · 60m · Action, Animation, AdventureThe Straw Hat Pirates are enjoying a break on a peaceful beach when Luffy discovers their ship, the Going Merry, has been stolen. They embark on a search and encounter the Thief Brothers, who reveal the culprits are the Trump Brothers pirates. During the confrontation, Nami is kidnapped, and Luffy's hat is taken. The Straw Hats track the pirates to their base on Clockwork Island, where Luffy, Zoro, Sanji, Usopp, and the Thief Brothers must now fight to recover the Going Merry, rescue Nami, and retrieve Luffy’s straw hat from the Trump Pirates.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9
  16. 16Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's AdventureMovie · 2001 · 69m · Family, Animation, RomanceScamp, the playful puppy from a loving home, rebels against his family's rules and dreams of freedom. He runs away and joins a group of stray dogs called the "Junkyard Dogs." Buster, the pack leader, distrusts Scamp for being a "house-dog," seeing him as a competitor. But Angel, a junkyard pup Scamp's age, desires the warmth of a family, and the two quickly bond. Will Scamp choose a life of wild freedom or return to the unconditional love of his family?Stream onIMDb 5.7TMDB 6.3
  17. 17Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of MouseMovie · 2001 · 61m · Animation, Family, ComedyA massive snowstorm traps Mickey and his friends at the House of Mouse – Pooh, Belle, Snow White, Cinderella, Ariel, and many others. They gather to share cookies and hot chocolate, hoping to lift Donald's spirits and help him rediscover the joy of the Christmas season.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9
  18. 18Pokémon 4EverMovie · 2001 · 80m · Adventure, Fantasy, AnimationTo evade a relentless Pokémon hunter, Celebi uses its remaining energy to travel to the present. It takes Sammy with it, a boy who has been trying to protect it. Joining forces with Ash, Pikachu, and their friends, Sammy and Celebi face a powerful new threat that puts the forest's future at risk.Stream onIMDb 5.8TMDB 6.5
  19. 19Barbie in the NutcrackerMovie · 2001 · 77m · Animation, FamilyA sinister spell from the Mouse King shrinks Clara. She and the Nutcracker embark on a journey to find the Sugarplum Princess, the only one who can break the spell.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.9
  20. 20Monsters, Inc.Movie · 2001 · 92m · Animation, Comedy, FamilySulley, a kindhearted monster, and his funny best friend Mike Wazowski are the best scarers at Monsters, Inc., the company that generates power from children’s screams in Monstropolis. Their world is turned upside down when a human girl named Boo accidentally enters theirs. Suddenly, it's the monsters who are afraid, and Sulley and Mike must protect Boo and help her return to her world.Stream onIMDb 8.1TMDB 7.8
  21. 21Soccer AidMovie · 2001 · 125m · Animation, Family, FantasyA young girl named Chihiro finds herself in a bewildering world inhabited by spirits. After her parents are mysteriously transformed, she must find the strength within herself to rescue her family.Stream onIMDb 8.6TMDB 8.5