We Ranked The 100 Greatest Disney Animated Movies Of All Time
This year, Disney is celebrating 100 years of stories, magic, and wonder. In honor of this momentous anniversary, we decided to rank the top 100 animated Disney movies of all time!
100.Chicken Little
Chelsea: It was kind of cute and fun, right?
Kristen: I think this is where my love of sci-fi started!
99.Onward
Chelsea: I enjoyed the animation, the themes of family, the blend of humor and action, and of course, the cast. It just feels like it could have been more storyline-wise.
Kristen: It's super cute, but it's just not something I could see myself rewatching as much as older Pixar movies. It's got an amazing cast, though!
98.The Brave Little Toaster
Chelsea: Kind of dated, but cute and fun.
Kristen: Only Disney could make me emotional about household appliances!
97.Fantasia
Chelsea: The animation is soo clear for the time.
Kristen: This movie is really creative!
Chelsea: I wish it were as good as the show.
Kristen: This movie is wild!
95.The Fox and the Hound 2
Chelsea: Dixie was a mood.
Kristen: Love that Reba was in a Disney movie!
94.Aladdin and the King of Thieves
Chelsea: A real treat.
Kristen: For a direct-to-video sequel, the story feels surprisingly theater-worthy.
93.Kim Possible: A Sitch in Time
Chelsea: It had a lot to live up to and did not disappoint.
Kristen: As a MASSIVE Kim Possible fan, this movie was everything to me!
92.Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch
Chelsea: To be a straight-to-video film, this was pretty decent.
Kristen: The first time I watched this, I cried so much!
91.The Rescuers Down Under
Chelsea: This is how you do a sequel.
Kristen: Such a fun movie!
90.Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure
Chelsea: Beautiful music and animation.
Kristen: I was obsessed with this when it first came out.
89.Recess: School's Out
Chelsea: Not the best Disney film I've seen, but the Recess gang is always fun to watch.
Kristen: Growing up, I loved rewatching this on Disney Channel during summer vacation!
88.Leroy & Stitch
Chelsea: Such a cute movie!
Kristen: This was the perfect ending to Lilo & Stitch: The Series.
Chelsea: Such a creative concept.
Kristen: So many iconic characters!
86.Brave
Chelsea: I loved the message behind the movie.
Kristen: Merida's story takes a beary — I mean, very — unexpected turn! It's not quite the movie I thought it was going to be.
Chelsea: Always a great time!
Kristen: An iconic soundtrack!
84.Treasure Planet
Chelsea: An underrated gem!
Kristen: I love its steam punk aesthetic!
83.Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas
Chelsea: I'm never mad at a Mickey movie.
Kristen: I wish Disney would make more Christmas movies!
82.The Rescuers
Chelsea: I feel like The Rescuers gets overlooked a lot, but it's truly one of Disney's best films.
Kristen: So cute and underrated!
81.Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas
Chelsea: So sweet and magical. I wish more people knew about it.
Kristen: I still rewatch this movie and the sequel every holiday season!
80.Piglet’s Big Movie
Chelsea: I didn't know I needed a Piglet movie until I got one.
Kristen: So cute!!!
79.The Black Cauldron
Chelsea: Kind of dark and probably not suitable for young kids, but an entertaining tale, nonetheless!
Kristen: Eilonwy deserves to be an official Disney Princess!
78.The Good Dinosaur
Chelsea: Gets me every time.
Kristen: The animation is adorable!
77.Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers
Chelsea: My fave trio.
Kristen: An underrated gem.
76.Incredibles 2
Chelsea: A sequel executed flawlessly.
Kristen: Definitely holds up to the original!
75.The Prince and the Pauper
Chelsea: One of Disney's best short films.
Kristen: There should be more Mickey Mouse adaptations of classic novels.
74.Atlantis: The Lost Empire
Chelsea: Not only was it entertaining, but it had a diverse cast and touched on important issues like colonialism, too.
Kristen: I waited wayyyy too long to watch this one! Everything about it is amazing.
73.Gnomeo & Juliet
Chelsea: One word: iconic.
Kristen: A punny title, a ton of Shakespearean Easter eggs, and Elton John — what more could you want in an animated Shakespeare adaptation?
72.Big Hero 6
Chelsea: Tearing up just thinking about this movie.
Kristen: I wanna be Honey Lemon!
71.101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure
Chelsea: A pretty good shot at a sequel.
Kristen: This is another direct-to-video sequel that I was absolutely obsessed with when it first released.
70.An Extremely Goofy Movie
Chelsea: Lives up to the title in the best way.
Kristen: Such a fun sequel!
69.Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure
Chelsea: Surprisingly good.
Kristen: The Disney Fairies movies deserve more fanfare!
68.Monsters University
Chelsea: I love the backstory of how Sully and Mike became friends! I just wish there was more of Boo.
Kristen: Better than the original, IMO!
67.Cinderella III: A Twist in Time
Chelsea: Better than a lot of other sequels.
Kristen: I love anything with time travel!
66.Toy Story 4
Chelsea: I typically don't follow movie franchises, but Toy Story is one that I know will always be worth the watch. The first few movies proved it, but the fourth really solidified it.
Kristen: I'm not the biggest Toy Story fan, but Forky is so cute!
65.The Pirate Fairy
Chelsea: Something anyone can enjoy.
Kristen: This is the best Tinker Bell sequel because it has Tom Hiddleston.
64.Toy Story 3
Chelsea: Omg, I remember going to see this and being so excited because it was the first Toy Story film in yearssss. Good times.
Kristen: The ending is so bittersweet!
63.Bambi II
Chelsea: It came so late after the first, but I like that it had the same feel as the original.
Kristen: I miss how Disney used to do these movie-within-a-movie sequels, where it's basically telling part of the story we didn't get in the original.
62.The Fox and the Hound
Chelsea: I'm still crying about this one. One of the first films to teach me about friendship and other important lessons like grief and loss.
Kristen: I could cry just thinking about it!
61.Toy Story 2
Chelsea: Jessie was iconic.
Kristen: The best Toy Story movie IMO.
60.Frankenweenie
Chelsea: Because Tim Burton never disappoints.
Kristen: A fitting homage to classic monster movies!
59.Tarzan & Jane
Chelsea: Say what you want, but I liked it. It's cute.
Kristen: I loved seeing how Jane and Tarzan both adapted to each other's lifestyles.
58.DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp
Chelsea: Watching it now is still so fun and nostalgic.
Kristen: I love DuckTales!
57.Mulan II
Chelsea: Probably not on par with the original, but still enjoyable, nonetheless.
Kristen: I used to replay the credits just to listen to the Atomic Kitten version of "Like Other Girls!"
56.Cinderella II: Dreams Come True
Chelsea: The sweetest sequel.
Kristen: I loved Anastasia's redemption arc and her happily-ever-after!
55.Bolt
Chelsea: A fun ride that everyone can enjoy.
Kristen: Anytime Disney makes an animal movie, it's a win in my book!
54.Monsters, Inc.
Chelsea: Easily one of the best movies Disney and Pixar has ever made. So funny, cute, sweet, and enjoyable. I can still hear Boo adorably screaming "Kitty" and "Mike Wazowski!" to this day.
Kristen: So unique and fun! I've seen this movie a million times, and Randall still gives me the heebie-jeebies.
53.The Aristocats
Chelsea: Though it's not my favorite, the soundtrack is *chef's kiss*.
Kristen: I wanted a kitten just like Marie for so long!
52.Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Chelsea: Kind of spooky and also, sooo short. I want more! Modern movies have me spoiled.
Kristen: A classic, but my least favorite princess.
51.The Incredibles
Chelsea: Incredible movie all-around, from the plot to the animation to the cast to the characters. Like, I've never seen a film where every single character is likable.
Kristen: I wish Frozone got his own movie!
50.Cars
Chelsea: It's great for kids into cars and racing. I just wasn't one of those children.
Kristen: Ever since watching this movie, taking a roadtrip down Route 66 has been on my bucket list!
49.Tinker Bell
Chelsea: It was about time Tinker Bell got a movie!
Kristen: Tinker Bell has always been my favorite Disney character, so I was SO EXCITED when this came out!
48.Winnie the Pooh
Chelsea: It's exactly what you would think a Winnie the Pooh movie would be — adorable and sweet.
Kristen: Pooh has such as special place in my heart.
47.Ralph Breaks the Internet
Chelsea: A SUPERIOR sequel.
Kristen: To me, it's one of the rare sequels that's actually better than the original!
46.Zootopia
Chelsea: Still one of my faves.
Kristen: I hope one of the Disney Parks builds a Zootopia land!
45.The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea
Chelsea: Their only mistake was not giving us more Melody after this.
Kristen: I really hope Disney makes a live-action adaptation sequel!
44.James and the Giant Peach
Chelsea: A strong example of how a book adaptation should be done!
Kristen: Iconic!
43.Brother Bear
Chelsea: Funny, but also deeply moving and emotional.
Kristen: Another underrated gem!
42.Frozen II
Chelsea: Another one that didn't quite capture the magic of the first film, but still worth the watch.
Kristen: This was a sequel worth waiting for — especially because of "Lost in the Woods!"
41.Pinocchio
Chelsea: A classic, but there are better Disney films to me.
Kristen: The animation is stunning.
40.Strange World
Chelsea: It was sooo trippy.
Kristen: This one deserves more attention!
39.Finding Dory
Chelsea: Another example of Disney getting a sequel right!
Kristen: Honestly one of the best sequels!
38.The Lion King 1½
Chelsea: I had this DVD! Nonstop laughs.
Kristen: This movie is hilarious, and I love what a unique approach it is.
37.The Princess and the Frog
Chelsea: I hope the fan campaign for a live-action Tiana film works out.
Kristen: This movie has it all — gorgeous animation, incredible music, a strong heroine, a terrifying villain, and a beautiful love story!
36.Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas
Chelsea: I never get enough of Belle.
Kristen: Every Disney princess should have a holiday movie.
35.Coco
Chelsea: Such a good movie with an amazing soundtrack!
Kristen: One of the most underrated Disney movies of all time! It also has one of the best surprise twists I've ever seen.
34.The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
Chelsea: I'll watch these characters any day.
Kristen: It's Romeo and Juliet with lions — what's not to love?
33.The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild
Chelsea: I thought the Ice Age concept was really interesting and smart at the time, and now that I'm an adult, I appreciate its maturity and humor even more.
Kristen: I never quite got into the Ice Age franchise, but this made-for-Disney+ installment is a fun watch!
32.The Emperor's New Groove
Chelsea: "Kronk, pull the lever!"
Kristen: Kuzco is an icon.
31.Raya and the Last Dragon
Chelsea: Another beautiful film with gorgeous animation.
Kristen: Disney princess movies still haven't lost their magic!
30.101 Dalmatians
Chelsea: Cruella is the best villain.
Kristen: I love this movie so much growing up that it was my goal in life to have 101 Dalmatians of my very own.
29.Up
Chelsea: My kind of adventure.
Kristen: Dug is the best part of the whole movie!
28.Lady and the Tramp
Chelsea: How cute were they?!
Kristen: A classic.
27.Wall-E
Chelsea: Amazing imagery, amazing characters. A masterpiece all-around.
Kristen: Such a cute film, and Wall-E's hope for the planet is inspiring!
26.Ratatouille
Chelsea: Another classic.
Kristen: So good, it got a TikTok musical.
25.Elemental
Chelsea: SO CUTE.
Kristen: Another movie that deserves its own Disney Park's land!
24.Sleeping Beauty
Chelsea: I never watched this as much as the other films about Disney princesses growing up, but it's since become one of my favorites.
Kristen: The animation is so beautiful!
23.Frozen
Chelsea: "Let It Go" went triple-platinum in my household.
Kristen: This one definitely deserves its popularity!
22.Tarzan
Chelsea: Unrelated, but I loved the video game, too. I could never beat the leopard. 😭
Kristen: This movie has literally one of the best Disney soundtracks.
21.A Bug's Life
Chelsea: The only time I don't mind bugs.
Kristen: This is the first movie I remember ever watching, and it still holds up!
20.Finding Nemo
Chelsea: Everything about this movie was great — the casting, the voice work, the story, the graphics. Everything.
Kristen: This was an instant classic.
19.A Goofy Movie
Chelsea: The relationship that Max and Goofy developed throughout the movie warmed my heart. The soundtrack's really good, too.
Kristen: One of the many reasons Goofy is my favorite of the Fab 5!
18.Mulan
Chelsea: What a tale. I love its message about bravery, family, and perseverance.
Kristen: I've seen this a million times. I could watch it a million more, and it would still never get old!
17.Inside Out
Chelsea: Had me gripped then, and I still am now.
Kristen: Can't wait for the sequel!
16.Moana
Chelsea: Easily one of Disney's best films!
Kristen: Watching this in theaters made me feel like a kid again!
15.Tangled
Chelsea: I enjoyed this sm.
Kristen: Of the newer Disney princesses, Rapunzel is my favorite!
14.Hercules
Chelsea: I revisited this a couple of years ago and was surprised that I still enjoyed it as much as I did.
Kristen: Meg's another character who deserves to be part of the official Disney princess lineup!
13.Cinderella
Chelsea: I still want a pair of glass slippers.
Kristen: This is the classic Disney movie for a reason.
12.Robin Hood
Chelsea: There should be a sequel.
Kristen: Another severely underrated movie!
11.Turning Red
Chelsea: The story was so sweet and unique. The definition of a feel-good movie.
Kristen: 4*TOWN for life!
10.Lilo & Stitch
Chelsea: Incredibly cute and enjoyable from beginning to end.
Kristen: This was my absolute favorite movie as a kid, and I still love it!
9.The Nightmare Before Christmas
Chelsea: Still holds up all these years later.
Kristen: I love stop motion animation! It's so nostalgic.
8.Aladdin
Chelsea: I adore the love story between Aladdin and Jasmine, the songs, the characters, the voice work. Robin Williams did his thing.
Kristen: Robin Williams >>>>>
7.Soul
Chelsea: I'm still blown away.
Kristen: This, in my opinion, is the best Pixar movie of all time.
6.The Lion King
Chelsea: Great music, a beautiful story, and how are the visuals still so good?
Kristen: It's Hamlet with lions — what's not to love?
5.Encanto
Chelsea: My favorite film of 2021, but I know I'll continue to visit it for years to come.
Kristen: I know we're not supposed to talk about Bruno, but I still can't stop singing about him!
4.Peter Pan
Chelsea: We need another one!
Kristen: Who doesn't want to fly away to Neverland, at least for a little while?
3.Toy Story
Chelsea: Favorite Pixar movie ever.
Kristen: Its enduring popularity is soooo well-deserved!
2.Beauty and the Beast
Chelsea: Definitely one of Disney's best films yet. It had great music, gorgeous animation, and characters you couldn't help but adore.
Kristen: To me, this is the epitome of Disney magic.
1.The Little Mermaid
Chelsea: The ultimate treasure in Disney's collection.
Kristen: The best music, the best villain, and the best princess!
Do you agree with our ranking? What do you think is the great Disney animated movie of all time? Let us know in the comments!
