18.6IMDbPGSpirited Away
2001
Animation isn't just for kids — it's a medium capable of breathtaking beauty and deep feeling. This list celebrates the best animated films, led by two Japanese masterpieces that dazzled the world with hand-drawn imagination and genuine emotion. We note each film's age rating so you can find the right pick for family movie night or a solo watch.
65 movies · ranked by rating
18.6IMDbPG2001
28.4IMDbPG2016
38.3IMDbG1995
48.3IMDbG2010
58.5IMDbPG-13
68.3IMDbPG-13
78.2IMDbPG
88.1IMDbG
98.2IMDbPG2019
107.9IMDbG1999
Spirited Away tops many critics' lists — Hayao Miyazaki's Oscar-winning fantasy is endlessly inventive and emotionally rich. Your Name is the standout among more recent animated films.
Most are family-friendly, but check each film's age rating. Spirited Away (PG) has a few scary moments, while Your Name (PG) is emotionally intense in places but fine for older children and up.