Loved Zootopia 2? 5 Animated Disney Films You Can Add To Your Watch List

The release of ‘Zootopia 2’ has once again shown that Disney knows exactly what it is doing with its animated productions, as it seamlessly blends impressive graphics and storytelling that addresses and tackles issues of paramount importance. Based on the next level of adventures involving Officer Judy Hopps and her police sidekick, Nick Wilde, and set against the colourful and diverse cityscape background of Zootopia, ‘Zootopia 2’ struck a chord with its audience.

If you enjoyed the banter, were amazed at the beautiful cityscape, or enjoyed seeing thought-provoking concepts explored via anthropomorphic characters, then you are not just interested in an animated feature but quality animated work.

5 Animated Disney Films To Watch If You Loved Zootopia 2

Ready to get back into the magic? Here are five animated Disney films you must add to your watch list if you loved ‘Zootopia 2’.

1. Big Hero 6 (2014)

‘Zootopia' offered a modern and colourful setting with amazing technology, and you will be immediately at home here within ‘San Fransokyo’, a beautiful imaginary merge of San Francisco and Tokyo. ‘Big Hero 6’ focuses on Hiro Hamada and his robot sidekick, Baymax, who form a superhero duo as they search for the solution to a mystery. It perfectly intertwines action, technology, and strong emotions because it presents a special relationship, much like Judy and Nick have in ‘Zootopia’. It is a beautifully depicted superhero origin story because it investigates what it truly means to be a hero.

2. Tangled (2010)

Although it’s a traditional fairy tale, what truly stands out about ‘Tangled’ is the magical interplay between Rapunzel and the charming thief, Flynn Rider. Rapunzel, trapped within her tower, steps out into the real world with Flynn on a journey that’s packed with action sequences, drama, and awesome comedy bits. It kickstarts the new Disney Renaissance and boasts impressive CG graphics, matched with an excellent script and an important message about ‘discovering oneself.’

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3. Moana

If you enjoyed the unique neighbourhoods that make ‘Zootopia’ so interesting, then you will be blown away by the lush and detailed Polynesian world that Moana brings, with its beautiful ocean and fiery islands. Moana centres on a young and daring teenager who sets sail on an altruistic mission to save her people. And against her will, because it needs to be done, she partners with the strong demigod Maui. Their bond itself becomes an outstanding exploration of teamwork, problems, and development, as Judy and Nick learn to trust one another. It boasts some of the greatest songs ever created within the Disney universe, thanks to Lin-Manuel Miranda, and its water effects are astounding.

4. The Lion King (1994)

As with ‘Zootopia’, ‘The Lion King’ is an epic tale conveyed solely with animal characters and addresses issues like legacy, community obligations, and what fear is all about. Although it dates back a bit, it remains a classic and is celebrated for its Shakespearean tale, its stunning and historic hand-drawn imagery, and its universal message about fear that imbues enough realism into these animal characters so as to make them truly human. As with ‘Zootopia 2’, ‘The Lion King’ also sets high stakes.

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5. Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)

If you enjoyed the thrilling, international rhythm of the ‘Zootopia’ mystery, then Raya boasts some of the finest action sequences ever choreographed for a Disney animated feature. Based on the broken world of Kumandra, Raya centres on the warrior princess as she sets out on a quest to find the final dragon, Sisu. It is a story about rebuilding trust within various factions and serves as a social commentary that specifically fits with ‘Zootopia’s’ own message. It is an outstanding film offering breathtaking Southeast Asian aesthetics, an empowered and determined princess, and an excellent message about rising above division with unity and trust.

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