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Movies like The Swan Princess Christmas (2012)

The best movies like The Swan Princess Christmas (2012) are A Christmas Carol (1997), Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Frost Fight! (2015) and Bionicle 2: Legends of Metru Nui (2004). If The Swan Princess Christmas hooked you with its family and animation, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. A Christmas Carol (1997)

    Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Scrooge is faced with his own story of growing bitterness and meanness, and must decide what his own future will hold: death or redemption.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family

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  2. Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Frost Fight! (2015)

    The holiday season gets extra chilly as Loki and the frost giant Ymir plot to conquer the world. Marvel heroes Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, Thor and others must stop the villains from stealing Santa's power – if anyone can actually find the mysterious Mr. Claus. Fortunately, Rocket Raccoon and Groot are also hot on Santa's trail. Heroes, villains, elves and cosmic bounty hunters collide in an epic quest that leaves the fate of the holiday and the world in the balance.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & fantasy

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  3. Bionicle 2: Legends of Metru Nui (2004)

    In the time before time, six unlikely Matoran find themselves transformed into mighty Toa. The new Toa Metru must prove themselves as true heroes, find the missing Toa Lhikan, and uncover a plot that threatens the heart of Metru Nui.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & fantasy

  4. The Swan Princess: A Royal Myztery (2018)

    Your favorite characters are back in an all-new royal adventure! It seems that a mysterious “Z” is appearing as a mark on the palace residents. Who is behind the mark and what does it mean? Princess Odette, Derek, Scully and all the Swan Princess friends work as a team to uncover the secret.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & animation

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  5. Monster High: Why Do Ghouls Fall in Love? (2012)

    Draculaura’s Sweet 1600th birthday is an extra special occasion to party at Monster High! But her high expectations lead to deadly results when she’s faced with the choice between practical boyfriend Clawd, and new vampire heartthrob, Valentine, a romantic blast from her past.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both fantasy & animation

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  6. SlugTerra: Return of the Elementals (2014)

    A new member has joined Eli and the Shane Gang! Junjie, once the protector of the Eastern Caverns, is a master of the slugslinging art of Slug Fu! But even with the power of five slingers, the Shane Gang find themselves in over their heads as they race across The 99 Caverns in search of the Legendary Elemental Slugs. The five Elementals are ancient slugs of great power, and the forbearers of all slugs found in SlugTerra today. In the wrong hands, they could bring Slugterra to the brink of destruction. So when an evil alliance starts hunting down the Elementals, Eli and his friends — old and new — take off in pursuit of the greatest threat their world has ever faced!

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & animation

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  7. Michael Jackson's Halloween (2017)

    The one-hour animated special, packed with the vocal talents of some of your favorite CBS stars and the King of Pop's most memorable hits, follows Vincent and Victoria, as they embark on a magical journey of self-discovery.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family

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  8. Minions & More Volume 1 (2022)

    This collection of 10 short films produced by Illumination includes: From the "Despicable Me" franchise: Puppy (2013); Minion Scouts (2019); Training Wheels (2013); The Secret Life of Kyle (2017); Santa's Little Helpers (2019). From the "Grinch" franchise: The Dog Days of Winter (2019). From the "Secret Life of Pets" franchise: Norman Television (2016); Weenie (2016). From the "Sing" franchise: Love at First Sight (2017). From the "Lorax" franchise: Forces of Nature (2012).

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family

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  9. Twitches Too (2007)

    Reunited witch twins Camryn and Alex adjust to their new life as supernatural beings while at the same time trying to maintain a normal existence in this sequel to the magical Disney Channel original movie Twitches. But they soon find themselves going head to head with the forces of darkness that threaten to destroy their world. Luckily, their birth mother, the powerful Miranda, is on hand to help out.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & fantasy

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  10. Snow Queen (2002)

    Since a bitter winter storm stole the life of Gerda's mother, she and her father have sadly continued to run the remote hotel they call home. Lonely and isolated, Gerda's only joy is Kai, the handsome bellboy. A mysterious guest with an icy stare arrives at the hotel one night, wrapped in fur and diamonds. By daybreak, the "Snow Queen" has vanished with Kai! Gerda embarks on a journey of morphing seasons, fantastical creatures, and long-frozen mysteries in a desperate quest to find her stolen love.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & fantasy

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  11. Candy Cane Lane (2023)

    Determined to win the neighborhood's annual Christmas decorating contest, family man Chris makes a pact with an elf to help him out-do the competition. However, the elf casts a spell bringing the twelve days of Christmas to life, unleashing chaos on the small unsuspecting town.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both fantasy & family

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  12. Scooby-Doo! and KISS: Rock and Roll Mystery (2015)

    Get ready to Rock! Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. Gang team up with the one and only KISS in this all-new, out-of-this-world adventure! We join the Gang at KISS World – the all-things-KISS theme park, as they investigate a series of strange hauntings. With help from KISS, they discover that the Crimson Witch has returned to summon The Destroyer from the alternate dimension of Kissteria! The evil duos ghastly plan, to destroy the earth! Can the Gang's cunning and KISS's power of rock save the day?!

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & animation

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  13. Stardust (2007)

    In a countryside town bordering on a magical land, a young man makes a promise to his beloved that he'll retrieve a fallen star by venturing into the magical realm. His journey takes him into a world beyond his wildest dreams and reveals his true identity.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both fantasy & family

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  14. Under Wraps (2021)

    Three friends try to save their mummified friend, Harold, from greedy criminals by returning him to his resting place before midnight on Halloween.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & fantasy

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  15. The Gnome-Mobile (1967)

    An eccentric millionaire and his grandchildren are embroiled in the plights of some forest gnomes who are searching for the rest of their tribe. While helping them, the millionaire is suspected of being crazy because he's seeing gnomes! He's committed, and the niece and nephew and the gnomes have to find him and free him.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both fantasy & family

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  16. Annie Claus Is Coming to Town (2011)

    This year, Santa’s daughter takes her first trip away from the North Pole during the Christmas season hoping to find adventure and love in sunny California. While Santa watches his daughter through a magic snow globe, Annie arrives in L.A. and becomes friends with the owner of Candy Cane Inn, Lucy, and her daughter, Mia. She also quickly lands a job at Wonderland Toys. Wonderland Toys’ owner, Ted is struggling to stay in business selling old-fashioned toys in a digital world. Annie soon realizes that she wants Ted’s business to thrive because she has feelings for this Christmas traditionalist.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & fantasy

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  17. Marvel Rising: Playing with Fire (2019)

    Inferno’s powers are stolen by a young and powerful villain and it’s up to the Secret Warriors to defeat their new foe and help their friend. But does Inferno even WANT his powers back? Meanwhile, America Chavez learns a lesson about friendship and family from teammate Ms. Marvel.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family

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  18. The Good Witch (2008)

    A mysterious woman comes in to town and inhabits the local haunted mansion, making everyone wonder if she's a witch or "The Grey Lady".

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & fantasy

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  19. Christmas Magic (2011)

    Carrie Bishop, a successful event planner in New York City, is left unconscious after a car accident. In order to "pass over" to Heaven, she must help Scott Walker and his daughter Abby save their restaurant and find their Christmas spirit.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & fantasy

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  20. Monster High: Electrified (2017)

    When Clawdeen dreams of opening a salon made for monsters and normies, Frankie has the perfect place - an abandoned power station outside town. But the idea sparks negative voltage when Moanica plots to ruin the whole thing, and replace the celebration with something a little more... shocking! Luckily the ghouls have a secret weapon on their side...Twyla, the daughter of the Boogey Man, and the perfect ghoul to unearth any mystery. Along with the most voltageous salon ever! So catch every twist, turn, zap and blast...because the Monster High ghouls are about to get ELECTRIC!

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & animation

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  21. Strange World (2022)

    A journey deep into an uncharted and treacherous land, where fantastical creatures await the legendary Clades—a family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest, and by far most crucial, mission.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation & family

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  22. Howard Lovecraft & the Undersea Kingdom (2017)

    After conquering R'yleh and the Frozen Kingdom young Howard Lovecraft must now travel to the Undersea Kingdom in order to free his captured family, protect three mysterious magical books, and prevent the impending wrath of Cthulhu.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation & family

  23. Forgotten Island (2026)

    While celebrating their last night together, high school graduates and best friends Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to the fantastical island of Nakali. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, Jo and Raissa must race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation & fantasy

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  24. Marmaduke (2022)

    Great Dane Marmaduke epitomizes the overgrown lapdog, with an irascible streak and a penchant for mischief that is tempered with a deep sense of love and responsibility for his human family, the Winslows. The new animation is set in the world of elite dog shows, rife divas, rivalries and slapstick comedy.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation & family

  25. Toy Story 4 (2019)

    Woody has always been confident about his place in the world, devoted to taking care of his kid—whether that's Andy or Bonnie. But after Bonnie creates a reluctant new toy called "Forky", a road trip adventure alongside old and new friends challenges everything Woody believes about loyalty, purpose, and what it truly means to be a toy.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both family & animation

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  26. Tangled (2010)

    Feisty teenager Rapunzel, who has long and magical hair, wants to go and see sky lanterns on her eighteenth birthday, but she's bound to a tower by her overprotective mother. She strikes a deal with Flynn Rider, a charming wanted thief, and the duo set off on an action-packed escapade.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation & family

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  27. Al sur de la Navidad (2016)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both fantasy

  28. Violent Night 2 (2026)

    When Santa forgets the true meaning of Christmas, he finds himself in the heart of a lively mall community in desperate need of his help. Sapped of his magic, he’ll need another way to take on the goons threatening the mall, and time is running out. Santa has to rediscover his faith in goodness and call in some last-minute reinforcements from the one person no baddie wants to tangle with: Mrs. Claus.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both fantasy

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  29. Sinterklaas & Diego: Het Geheim van de Ring (2014)

    Dutch children’s friend Saint Nicholas is at his wit's end. The letters from children are stacking up and the list of gifts just keeps getting longer. How is he supposed to deliver all those gifts to all those sweet little children in one night? When Diego proposes to ask good old Santa for help, they travel to the North Pole, together with Clumsy Pete and children Max and Anna. Everything seems to work out fine, until Famke and Yvette, two escaped convicts, mess things up. Will Saint Nicolas and his Petes be able to save the feast of St. Nicholas?

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both family

  30. The Christmas Snowman (2017)

    After wishing for the perfect man, a woman awakes to discover her new handsome neighbor is actually the snowman she built the day before, who has now come to life. But when she awakes on Christmas morning, he is gone and the snowman is back. Could it all have been a dream?

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both fantasy

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like The Swan Princess Christmas?

The closest matches to The Swan Princess Christmas are A Christmas Carol (1997), Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Frost Fight! (2015) and Bionicle 2: Legends of Metru Nui (2004). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after The Swan Princess Christmas?

Start with A Christmas Carol (1997), the closest match to The Swan Princess Christmas.

What is the highest-rated movie like The Swan Princess Christmas?

Monster High: Why Do Ghouls Fall in Love? (2012), rated 8.0/10 by 208 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like The Swan Princess Christmas?

Forgotten Island (2026) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like The Swan Princess Christmas?

Yes: A Christmas Carol (1997), Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Frost Fight! (2015) and Bionicle 2: Legends of Metru Nui (2004).

How are movies similar to The Swan Princess Christmas chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside The Swan Princess Christmas, 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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