The 50+ Best PG Animated And Cartoon Movies

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List of PG animation movies, ranked from best to worst with movie trailers when available. This list takes the best PG animation movies and pits them against each other to see once and for all what the greatest PG Animation movie of all time is. This list of popular PG animation movies includes information like who directed the film, when it was released and which actors starred in the movie. If you think the top PG Animation movie isn't as high as it should be then be sure to vote it up so it can take its rightful place among the other great PG Animation films on this list. If you're trying to find a specific PG Animation film you can search this list and filter to find what you're looking for.

The list you're viewing has a variety of movies in it, like Up, Madagascar, and Shrek.

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Steven Spielberg and Wes Anderson are among the directors that have worked on a Animation PG film.

Most divisive: Happy Feet
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  • How to Train Your Dragon
    1
    Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, America Ferrera
    89 votes
    • Released: 2010
    • Directed by: Christopher Sanders, Dean DeBlois
    In the animated fantasy film How to Train Your Dragon, Hiccup (Jay Baruchel) is a young Viking who, unlike his tribe, isn't keen on killing dragons. Stoick (Gerard Butler), Hiccup's father and village chieftain, struggles to understand his son's pacifist tendencies. During one of the dragon raids, Hiccup injures a Night Fury dragon named Toothless. Instead of finishing him off, he befriends him. This unlikely friendship challenges the village's draconian norms and leads to a shift in their way of life. The movie, directed by Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders, won the Annie Award for Best Animated Feature.

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  • Wreck-It Ralph
    2
    John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer
    93 votes
    • Released: 2012
    • Directed by: Rich Moore
    Wreck-It Ralph is an animated adventure comedy that takes us into the world of arcade video games. The film introduces us to Ralph (John C. Reilly), a villain in his game who's tired of being the bad guy. He embarks on a journey across various games to prove he can be a hero, bumping into characters like Vanellope von Schweetz (Sarah Silverman) and Fix-It Felix Jr. (Jack McBrayer) along the way. A critical and commercial success, Wreck-It Ralph won the Annie Award for Best Animated Feature and earned nominations for both the Academy Award and Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film. With its unique setting, memorable characters, and compelling story, it's a standout entry in the realm of computer-animation filmmaking.

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  • The Incredibles
    3
    Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Samuel L. Jackson
    81 votes
    • Released: 2004
    • Directed by: Brad Bird
    In The Incredibles, Bob Parr (Craig T. Nelson), once known as Mr. Incredible, is a superhero in hiding, tucked away in suburban monotony with his wife Helen (Holly Hunter), formerly Elastigirl, and their three children. When duty calls, the family must leave their ordinary lives behind to combat the nefarious Syndrome (Jason Lee). This Pixar animated film, a blend of action and comedy, takes us on an extraordinary journey of familial bond and heroism, while exploring themes like identity and societal expectations. Winner of two Academy Awards, The Incredibles is a testament to Pixar's prowess in storytelling and animation.

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  • Up
    4
    Ed Asner, Christopher Plummer, Jordan Nagai
    96 votes
    • Released: 2009
    • Directed by: Pete Docter, Bob Peterson
    Up, an animation adventure film, spins a story of unexpected friendships and unforeseen journeys. Carl Fredricksen (Ed Asner), a retired balloon salesman, embarks on a whimsical journey after he ties thousands of balloons to his house. Russell (Jordan Nagai), a young wilderness explorer, accidentally joins him in this airborne odyssey. The two navigate diverse landscapes and meet colorful characters, including the exotic bird Kevin and the talking dog Dug (Bob Peterson). This Pixar creation, directed by Pete Docter, won the 2010 Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, a testament to its imaginative storytelling.

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  • Despicable Me Franchise
    5

    Despicable Me Franchise

    Steve Carell, Sandra Bullock, Miranda Cosgrove
    149 votes
    • Released: 2010 - Present
    • Directed by: Pierre Coffin, Chris Renaud, Kyle Balda
    Despicable Me is a computer-animated comedy film franchise distributed by Universal Pictures and produced by Illumination Entertainment. It consists of three feature films, ten short films and additional merchandise. It centers on Gru, a super-villain (who later becomes a dad and superhero); his yellow-coloured Minions; and his three orphan girls, Margo, Edith and Agnes. It began with the 2010 film, Despicable Me, and its 2013 sequel, Despicable Me 2. A prequel featuring Gru's Minions, titled Minions, was released in 2015. The franchise also includes a simulator ride attraction Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Studios Hollywood. Despicable Me 3 will be released on June 30, 2017.
  • Tangled
    6
    Mandy Moore, Zachary Levi, Donna Murphy
    70 votes
    • Released: 2010
    • Directed by: Nathan Greno, Byron Howard
    In the animated adventure Tangled, Rapunzel (voiced by Mandy Moore) is a spirited and determined young woman. Throughout her young life, she's dreamed of escaping her tower to experience the outside world. A thief named Flynn Rider (Zachary Levi) climbs into Rapunzel's tower one day, she sees her chance to explore the kingdom. Together, they embark on a wild, hair-raising escapade. With the secret of her royal lineage hanging in the balance and her captor in pursuit, Rapunzel and her cohort find adventure with each turn. The film won several awards for its animation and musical score.

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