10 Animated Movies Even Adults Can Watch Over & Over Again

10 Animated Movies Even Adults Can Watch Over & Over Again

Though there are films that can bring out our inner child, these films are so loved because they’ve matured with us.

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Since it was first created more than 100 years ago, animation has always been an art form, both for its creators and for its many fans. Sadly, the popular opinion has remained to claim that it’s no more than a trick to distract children with unrealistic stories that their parents can’t fathom.

In recent years, there have been more successful animated films that have challenged this limiting notion that adults can’t or shouldn’t enjoy this genre. The wide variety of these successful and beloved films proves that there is more to animated movies than “enduring” them as adults. Though there are films that can bring out our inner child and are beloved for that reason, these films are so loved because they’ve matured with us.

10 Your Name Captivates Its Audience By Switching Up The Romance Genre

Viewers both young and old who watched Your Name were pulled in by the beautiful animation, but stayed for the intriguing plot. The film starts off as an average slice-of-life story, but with the twist of a body swap. The main characters have no idea why they’ve swapped bodies and set out to investigate their intertwined fate.

It’s because of the intricate plot of this film that most kids wouldn’t enjoy Your Name. Teens and adults, however, will be enthralled by the mystery of this bizarre and original tale. The heavy twist toward the end is also a reason for even the most mature adults to praise this film.

9 The Nightmare Before Christmas Is A Haunting Delight For Adults

Going against the grain of the traditionally animated film, The Nightmare Before Christmas is a darker and more philosophical film that pairs clever writing with genius design and musical composition. The children who watched the film upon its release in 1993 will understand its significance far better than the children of today. That’s why adults have a better appreciation for it and have rewatched the film multiple times.

Whether they grew up with it or not, older viewers enjoy The Nightmare Before Christmas for a variety of reasons. The heavy philosophical elements of Jack’s character are better understood by an older audience. The film has also been packed with a load of minute details that fans of all ages have enjoyed watching and analyzing on repeat for years.

8 Song Of The Sea Is Perfect For The Whole Family — Especially The Parents

While the main characters of Song of the Sea may be children, the film is centered around the grief of adults. While the protagonist, Ben, is coping with the loss of his mother, mainly by blaming his sister, their father is at a loss of how to move on. The children are taken away to live with their grandmother as a mythical enemy chases after the sister, who has a supernatural secret that explains why their mother vanished from their lives.

The adults in Song of the Sea may think they know what’s best for the children, but in the end, they learn from the younger generation. Younger viewers of this film may take away from the film’s raw emotional center, but adults, especially the parents, may take in the most from this striking film.

7 The Simpsons Movie Puts The Beloved Characters Onto A Much Grander Scale

As one of the most well-known and still widely popular adult series, The Simpsons was made into a feature film in 2007. The Simpsons Movie was raved about by fans of the show and even by many critics. It has been aired dozens of times on television with viewers still tuning in.

Though it’s not outlandish to say that children have watched this movie and many others like it, this particular film was made with adults in mind. Between the heavy focus on global warming and how to be a proper parent, not to mention the sexual jokes throughout, immature kids should not be watching this film.

6 Up Is Another Lighthearted Animated Film That Caught Its Older Viewers By Surprise

Marketed as a fun adventure for families to enjoy, Up surprised its entire audience with the most beautifully crafted and heartbreaking montage depicting a man’s life with his beloved wife and her sudden passing. From that sequence onward, Up was less about taking a fantastical adventure and more about overcoming grief and finding a new life to move on to.

Many age groups can take a lot from Up, but since the protagonist is elderly, the film becomes one of the few to really share a story from that age group. It shares a perspective rarely seen in media overall, giving it more significance and more for all viewers to learn from.

5 Fantastic Mr. Fox Is An Adult Story Under The Disguise Of A Children’s Film

If the animation of fluffy animals is taken away, then the film Fantastic Mr. Fox is about a husband who leaves his dangerous career for the sake of his family only to return to that work years later, endangering their lives yet again. If Fantastic Mr. Fox were live-action, it would certainly be considered an adult film. However, the animation and whimsical execution are what make it easier for children to watch.

Any parents who feel they must “endure” this movie are not paying attention to what’s going on. This movie is designed for them just as much as it is for their kids. It’s clear to see that in the heavy dialogue that requires a good attention span to understand and more than that, the compelling story is an entertaining one for all ages.

4 Encanto Is A Perfect Segway For Adults To Talk About Their Family’s Struggles

Many children’s films tend to paint the adults in a flawed light with little redemption, but Encanto was the first to create a wholly flawed but still beloved character in Abuela Alma. Granted, fans of the film are right to debate this character, who serves as an antagonist in the film — though not without her own genuine reasons.

In what’s arguably the most emotionally stirring scene in any Disney film, Abuela’s past is revealed, explaining her behavior in the most beautifully flawed and humane way. The execution and buildup of the film’s climax are why it’s so significant for those of any age. Anyone who’s ever suffered from family trauma can relate to this film that gives no simple or magical resolution to the Madrigals’ chaotic dynamics.

3 Princess Mononoke Is A Fan Favorite Among Studio Ghibli’s Adult Fans

Though Spirited Away put Studio Ghibli on the map, Princess Mononoke is also an iconic masterpiece, beloved by the older fans of the studio. Like Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke takes a deep dive into Japanese folklore, but with a more mature and heavy perspective.

Princess Mononoke is a complex layering of morality and lore, where no character can easily be perceived as a hero or villain, and their actions, though justifiable in their own ways, only bring more chaos. This film is enthralling enough to be enjoyed by any mature viewer, even young ones, but the meaning and philosophy are better understood by an older audience. Princess Mononoke has been a beloved film for decades, rewatched countless times, and will certainly continue to be enjoyed for generations to come.

2 The Prince Of Egypt Doesn’t Shy Away From The Dark Realities Behind The Book Of Exodus

To many children, The Prince of Egypt is a story about a man’s destiny to rise up against a villain and free the people enslaved by him. That, of course, is what the film is about in a nutshell, but older viewers have picked up on the details and the gravity of the hero’s journey.

On a deeper level, The Prince of Egypt is a complex story about a man struggling with his identity, struggling to make peace with his family, and at the same time doing the right thing for everyone, which is never easy. The Prince of Egypt doesn’t shy away from the brutality of the Pharoah or the brutality of God’s wrath, especially with the film’s depiction of Passover. In spite of how dark the film becomes, its crescendo of inspiration at the end is what brings even the oldest viewers back again and again.

1 The Success Of Persepolis Proves That Animation Is Not Simply For Entertainment

Every medium of storytelling has its merits and animation is no exception. Contrary to popular opinion, it is a tool that can be utilized in many ways to tell diverse stories. The creators behind Persepolis understood that and rather than creating a live-action version of the widely successful graphic novel, they kept the illustrated look, knowing what could be done with it.

Persepolis is centered around one woman’s struggle for independence in the restrictive environment of 1970s Iran as well as her and her families’ struggle to survive the war happening in the country. It’s a rare example of a biographical animated film, but blew up the box office when it was first released and is still beloved today by the adults who immediately saw its worth and those who grew up with it who’ve understood the film over time.

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