The Best Animated Movies of 2017

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Updated May 12, 2020 7.8K votes 1.3K voters 56.0K views
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Animation fans, it's time to rank the best animated movies of this year. Featuring superheroes, funny animals, action figures, and a talking baby in a suit, 2017 animated movies gave audiences all kinds of lovable characters. What is the best animated movie of 2017?

Disney and Pixar's Coco is easily one of the best animated movies this year. Captain Underpants was a pleasant surprise, while animated sequels Despicable Me 3 and Cars 3 kept their franchises going strong. Other great 2017 animated movies include The Lego Batman Movie, Your Name, and The Boss Baby.

Vote up the best animated movies of 2017 and feel free to add any 2017 animated movies missing from the list.

If you are looking for, check out our list of The Best Animated Movies of 2020.

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  • Coco
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    Coco

    Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal, Benjamin Bratt
    429 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Lee Unkrich
    In the heart of Mexico, young Miguel (Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (Benjamin Bratt). However, his family has a generations-old ban on music. On Dia de los Muertos, a series of mysterious events leads Miguel to the stunning and vibrant Land of the Dead. Alongside trickster Hector (Gael Garcia Bernal), he embarks on an extraordinary journey to unravel the real story behind his family history. Coco is a captivating animation from Pixar that won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2018. It beautifully blends music, folklore and family values into its plotline, offering a unique perspective on the Mexican culture.

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  • The Lego Batman Movie
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    The Lego Batman Movie

    Will Arnett, Michael Cera, Rosario Dawson
    336 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Chris McKay
    The Lego Batman Movie is a vibrant adventure in the world of animation, directed by Chris McKay. In this action-comedy, Batman (voiced by Will Arnett) fights to save Gotham City from the Joker's (Zach Galifianakis) hostile takeover, while grappling with his own fear of being part of a family again. Alongside him, Barbara Gordon/Batwoman (Rosario Dawson) and Dick Grayson/Robin (Michael Cera) add charm and humor to the story. It won a BAFTA Kids' Vote award for Feature Film in 2017. The film's unique blend of comedy, action, and Lego aesthetics make it an engaging watch for all ages.

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  • Ferdinand
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    Ferdinand

    John Cena, Kate McKinnon, Gina Rodriguez
    293 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Carlos Saldanha
    Ferdinand is a young bull who escapes from a training camp in rural Spain after his father never returns from a showdown with a matador. Adopted by a girl who lives on a farm, Ferdinand's peaceful existence comes crashing down when the authorities return him to his former captors. With help from a wisecracking goat and three hedgehogs, the giant but gentle bovine must find a way to break free before he squares off against El Primero, the famous bullfighter who never loses.

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  • Despicable Me 3
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    Despicable Me 3

    Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker
    422 votes
    • Directed by: Pierre Coffin and Kyle Balda
    Despicable Me 3 is a 2017 3D computer-animated comedy film produced by Illumination Entertainment. It is the third installment in the Despicable Me film series. Gru (Steve Carell) faces off against Balthazar Bratt (Trey Parker), a former child star who grows up to become obsessed with the character he played in the '80s; and gets into some sibling rivalry when he meets his long lost twin brother, Dru.

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  • The Boss Baby
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    The Boss Baby

    Alec Baldwin, Miles Christopher Bakshi, Tobey Maguire
    406 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Tom McGrath
    A new baby's arrival impacts a family, told from the point of view of a delightfully unreliable narrator -- a wildly imaginative 7-year-old named Tim. The most unusual Boss Baby (Alec Baldwin) arrives at Tim's home in a taxi, wearing a suit and carrying a briefcase. The instant sibling rivalry must soon be put aside when Tim discovers that Boss Baby is actually a spy on a secret mission, and only he can help thwart a dastardly plot that involves an epic battle between puppies and babies.

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  • Cars 3
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    Cars 3

    Owen Wilson, Cristela Alonzo, Armie Hammer
    269 votes
    • Released: 2017
    • Directed by: Brian Fee
    Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast cars, the legendary Lighting McQueen finds himself pushed out of the sport that he loves. Hoping to get back in the game, he turns to Cruz Ramirez, an eager young technician who has her own plans for winning. With inspiration from the Fabulous Hudson Hornet and a few unexpected turns, No. 95 prepares to compete on Piston Cup Racing's biggest stage.

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