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Movies like Adagio (1984)

The best movies like Adagio (1984) are The Little Guy (2022), Mater and the Ghostlight (2006) and Santa's Little Helpers (2019). If Adagio hooked you, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. The Little Guy (2022)

    Groot discovers a miniature civilization that believes the seemingly enormous tree toddler is the hero they’ve been waiting for.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  2. Mater and the Ghostlight (2006)

    Mater, the rusty but trusty tow truck from Cars, spends a day in Radiator Springs playing scary pranks on his fellow townsfolk. That night at Flo's V8 Café, the Sheriff tells the story of the legend of the Ghostlight, and as everyone races home Mater is left alone primed for a good old-fashioned scare.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  3. Santa's Little Helpers (2019)

    After being accidentally stranded at the North Pole, the Minions decide to embrace their new surroundings by taking on the role of Santa's helpers. Chaos and hilarity ensue as they attempt to prove their worth as elves, bringing their signature mischief to the workshop in this festive, lighthearted holiday adventure.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  4. Peter's To-Do List (2019)

    On the eve of his departure to Europe, Peter Parker tells Ned Leeds that he has several things to do before they leave.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  5. Far from the Tree (2021)

    On an idyllic beach in the Pacific Northwest, curiosity gets the better of a young raccoon whose frustrated parent attempts to keep them both safe.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  6. Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1 (2007)

    Experience these masterpieces of storytelling from the creative minds that brought you Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo and many more. With revolutionary animation, unforgettable music and characters you love, these dazzling short films have changed the face of animation and entertainment and are sure to delight people of all ages for years to come.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  7. Cars Toon Mater's Tall Tales (2008)

    Mater the tow truck travels from country to country as he retells his infamous but unbelievable stories.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  8. Pigeon: Impossible (2009)

    The tale of Walter, a rookie secret agent faced with a problem seldom covered in basic training: what to do when a curious pigeon gets trapped inside your multi-million dollar, government-issued nuclear briefcase.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  9. Affairs of the Art (2021)

    Look out: Beryl's back. With Affairs of the Art, British animator Joanna Quinn recounts another gloriously unhinged chapter in the adventures of Beryl, the comic everywoman she unleashed upon the world with her debut film, Girls' Night Out, which took home three major awards from Annecy in 1987.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

  10. Mr. Mouse Takes a Trip (1940)

    Mickey is heading out on vacation from Burbank to Pomona, taking the train. The conductor, Pete, won't let him on with Pluto, so he hides Pluto in his suitcase, and tries to hide him all throughout the trip without much luck. But Pete wins when Pluto is hooked by a mail hook. Or does he?

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  11. Ferdinand the Bull (1938)

    This Oscar-winning short tells of a bull who preferred to sit under trees and smell flowers to clashing horns with his fellow animals. As luck would have it, an untimely bee reveals Ferdinand's ferocious side via pained howls and wild stomping. This lands him in the bull-fighting arena amidst characters based on Walt's animators with a matador reportedly modeled after Walt himself.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  12. The Little Matchgirl (2006)

    An animated short based on Hans Christian Andersen's tale about a poor young girl with a burning desire to find comfort and happiness in her life. Desperate to keep warm, the girl lights the matches she sells, and envisions a very different life for herself in the fiery flames filled with images of loving relatives, bountiful food, and a place to call home.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  13. The Radiator Springs 500½ (2014)

    A 'leisurely drive' planned in honor of Radiator Springs’ town founder, Stanley, turns precarious as Baja pros descend on the town and challenge Lightning McQueen to an off-road race. Meanwhile, the townsfolk, led by a Stanley-costumed Mater, enjoy the planned 'leisurely drive' to retrace Stanley’s original frontier route. Thinking they’re on the same course, a wrong turn sends McQueen and the Baja pros on a treacherously wild bid for survival. The misunderstanding leaves the racing professionals in awe of the 'legend' of Stanley: the Original Off-Road Racer.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  14. Mr. Incredible and Pals (2005)

    An animated short film produced by Pixar included as a bonus on the DVD edition of the 2004 feature film "The Incredibles."

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

  15. The Snowman (1982)

    A young boy makes a snowman one Christmas Eve, which comes to life at midnight and takes him on a magical adventure to the North Pole to meet Santa Claus.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  16. All Wet (1927)

    Oswald takes a job as a lifeguard to keep an eye on Miss Rabbit, who in turn stages a boating accident hoping Oswald will come to save her.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  17. Tales of the Black Freighter (2009)

    A mariner survives an attack from the dreaded pirates of the Black Freighter, but his struggle to return home to warn it has a horrific cost.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  18. Prep & Landing (2009)

    Wayne gets a new rookie partner, Lanny, after his previous partner got the promotion he wanted. Lanny has to remind Wayne of the Spirit of Christmas and the importance of being an elf in Santa's Prep and Landing elite unit.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  19. Forky Asks a Question: What Is a Computer? (2019)

    Trixie explains to Forky what a computer does as they experience the common stresses of technology.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

  20. Once Upon a Snowman (2020)

    The previously untold origins of Olaf, the innocent and insightful, summer-loving snowman are revealed as we follow Olaf’s first steps as he comes to life and searches for his identity in the snowy mountains outside Arendelle.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like Adagio?

The closest matches to Adagio are The Little Guy (2022), Mater and the Ghostlight (2006) and Santa's Little Helpers (2019). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Adagio?

Start with The Little Guy (2022), the closest match to Adagio.

What is the highest-rated movie like Adagio?

Far from the Tree (2021), rated 8.1/10 by 395 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like Adagio?

The Little Guy (2022) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like Adagio?

Yes: The Little Guy (2022), Mater and the Ghostlight (2006) and Santa's Little Helpers (2019).

How are movies similar to Adagio chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Adagio, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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