Best Animated & Family Films of 2016 for Heartwarming Entertainment
29 titles
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The Secret Life of PetsMovie · 2016 · 86m · Family, Comedy, AdventureMax, a terrier accustomed to a peaceful existence, finds his world disrupted when his owner welcomes Duke, a stray dog, into the home. Max immediately resents the newcomer.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3
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Nil Battey SannataMovie · 2016 · 100m · Drama, FamilyHidden near the Taj Mahal is a neighborhood of modest homes where Chanda (35) lives with her 14-year-old daughter, Appu. Chanda hopes for a brighter future for Appu through education. When Appu expresses a desire to drop out of school and become a domestic worker like her mother, Chanda makes a firm decision: she will return to school herself, enrolling in Appu's class.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.2 - 3
OopiriMovie · 2016 · 158m · Drama, Family, RomanceThis is the true story of an unlikely friendship between two men from vastly different worlds: a wealthy, paralyzed aristocrat who suffered a spinal cord injury during a paragliding flight, and a young man growing up in a disadvantaged neighborhood.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.1
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GreaterMovie · 2016 · 130m · Family, DramaThis is the remarkable true story of a player who unexpectedly earned a spot on a college football team.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2
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Pee-wee's Big HolidayMovie · 2016 · 89m · Adventure, Comedy, FamilyPee-wee Herman meets a strange person who convinces him to go on vacation for the very first time.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1
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Inner WorkingsMovie · 2016 · 7m · Animation, Family, ComedyThe film explores the conflict within a man as his logical, cautious side constantly clashes with his impulsive, adventurous desires. It’s a story about the battle between reason and passion, and the struggle to reconcile two opposing forces within oneself.Stream on - 7
Kapoor & SonsMovie · 2016 · 137m · Drama, Romance, ComedyTwo brothers, who haven't been close, reunite when they return home to see their ailing grandfather. Their visit forces them to face their long-standing conflict as their parents' marriage also weakens.Stream on - 8
PiperMovie · 2016 · 6m · Family, AnimationA mother bird attempts to teach her fledgling to forage independently. During this process, she faces a deeply unsettling event that forces her to confront a past trauma in order to ensure her survival.Stream on - 9
Rock DogMovie · 2016 · 90m · Animation, Adventure, ComedyA Tibetan Mastiff discovers a radio that has fallen from the sky. Inspired, he leaves his home to pursue his ambition of becoming a musician, triggering a chain of unforeseen occurrences.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2
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My Life as a ZucchiniMovie · 2016 · 66m · Animation, Comedy, DramaFollowing his mother's passing, Zucchini connects with a compassionate police officer named Raymond, who goes with him to a new foster home housing other children his age. There, Zucchini forges bonds with these new friends and gradually learns to trust and love as he seeks a place to belong.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8
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The Red TurtleMovie · 2016 · 81m · Animation, Drama, FantasyThis wordless film chronicles a castaway's journey through the key phases of life while stranded on a deserted tropical island inhabited by turtles, crabs, and birds.Stream on - 12
Green Lantern: Emerald KnightsMovie · 2011 · 84m · Action, Adventure, AnimationWith the Green Lantern Corps' home world threatened by an ancient foe, Hal Jordan trains new recruit Arisia for the upcoming war. He shares stories of the original Green Lantern and past Green Lanterns to prepare her for the challenges ahead.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6
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Middle School: The Worst Years of My LifeMovie · 2016 · 92m · Family, ComedyRafe Katchadorian, a thoughtful teenage artist, feels stifled by middle school and its restrictions. He and his close friend Leo decide to defy every rule in the school handbook, and predictably, their actions lead to consequences.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.9
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DangalMovie · 2016 · 161m · Drama, Family, ComedyDangal is an extraordinary true story about Mahavir Singh and his two daughters, Geeta and Babita Phogat. The film follows the inspiring journey of a father who trains his daughters to become world-class wrestlers.Stream on - 15
Pete's DragonMovie · 2016 · 103m · Adventure, Family, FantasyFor years, Mr. Meacham, a local wood carver, has entertained children with stories of a fearsome dragon living in the Pacific Northwest woods. His daughter, Grace, a forest ranger, considers these tales folklore… until she meets Pete, a mysterious ten-year-old with no family or home who says he lives in the woods with a giant, green dragon named Elliott. Pete’s descriptions strongly resemble the dragon from Mr. Meacham's stories. With help from Natalie, an eleven-year-old whose father owns the local lumber mill, Grace tries to uncover Pete’s origins, find his place, and discover the truth about the dragon.Stream on - 16
ZootopiaMovie · 2016 · 109m · Animation, Adventure, FamilyOfficer Judy Hopps, the first rabbit on the Zootopia police force, is eager to prove herself. She gets her opportunity when she's assigned to a case and must team up with con artist fox Nick Wilde to solve it.Stream on - 17
A Street Cat Named BobMovie · 2016 · 103m · Family, DramaHomeless and battling addiction, busker James Bowen's life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a ginger cat.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.9
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BallerinaMovie · 2016 · 89m · Animation, Adventure, ComedyParis, 1879. A young orphan with aspirations of ballet journeys from rural Brittany to the city. There, she assumes a false identity and secures a position as a student at the prestigious Grand Opera house.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 7.2
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Kubo and the Two StringsMovie · 2016 · 102m · Animation, Adventure, FamilyKubo captivates his village with his ability to bring stories to life through origami. But when he accidentally summons a vengeful spirit, Kubo is thrust into an adventure. He must uncover the truth about his samurai father and his legendary weapons, while also learning to control his own hidden magic.Stream on - 20
StorksMovie · 2016 · 87m · Adventure, Animation, ComedyOnce, storks delivered babies. Now, they deliver packages for a worldwide online retailer. Junior, the company's best delivery stork, is on the verge of a promotion when he accidentally activates the Baby Making Machine, resulting in the birth of an unexpected baby girl.Stream on - 21
Miracles from HeavenMovie · 2016 · 119m · Family, DramaWhen Christy learns her 10-year-old daughter Anna has a rare, incurable disease, she becomes a determined advocate for a cure. As Christy searches for answers, Anna experiences a miraculous recovery after falling three stories, leaving doctors baffled and her family and community deeply moved.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.4
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TrollsMovie · 2016 · 92m · Family, Animation, FantasyWhen monstrous Bergens attack Troll Village, the relentlessly optimistic Princess Poppy and the perpetually cautious Branch embark on a quest to save her friends. The journey is filled with adventure and challenges as the unlikely pair struggle to find common ground and work together.Stream on - 23
MoanaMovie · 2016 · 107m · Adventure, Comedy, FamilyIn ancient Polynesia, a curse brought on by Maui descends upon an island, prompting a spirited Chieftain's daughter to journey across the ocean and find the demigod who can lift it.Stream on - 24
The BFGMovie · 2016 · 117m · Adventure, Family, FantasyA young orphan girl befriends a kind giant who takes her to his homeland, Giant Country. Together, they try to stop the man-eating giants who are attacking the human world.Stream on - 25
Ghost FilesMovie · 2016 · 97m · Animation, Adventure, ComedyA lush island is home to mostly cheerful, flightless birds. Red, a bird prone to anger; Chuck, known for his speed; and Bomb, a volatile character, have always felt like outsiders there. Their peaceful existence is disrupted when mysterious green pigs arrive. These unlikely outcasts must then uncover the pigs' intentions.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2
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The Jungle BookMovie · 2016 · 106m · Family, Adventure, FantasyMowgli, a boy raised by wolves, must leave the jungle after the tiger Shere Khan threatens his life. He then begins a journey of self-discovery, finding guidance from Bagheera, a panther, and Baloo, a carefree bear.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 6.9
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Finding DoryMovie · 2016 · 97m · Adventure, Animation, ComedyDory reunites with her friends Nemo and Marlin as they search for clues about her origins. She struggles to recall her past, questioning her parents' identity and the mysterious ability to communicate with whales.Stream on - 28
Kung Fu Panda 3Movie · 2016 · 95m · Animation, Action, AdventureDuring a visit to a hidden panda village with his father, Po discovers an evil spirit endangering China. He must assemble an unlikely group to fight against it.Stream on - 29
SingMovie · 2016 · 108m · Family, Comedy, MusicBuster, a koala, asks his best friend for help promoting his theater with a singing competition.Stream on
