Movies like MG1 (2023)
The best movies like MG1 (2023) are Make Mine Music (1946), Arlo the Alligator Boy (2021) and Sturgill Simpson Presents Sound & Fury (2019). If MG1 hooked you with its animation and music, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedGhosts (1997)8.1/10 from 305 votes
- NewestApple Music Live: Lady Gaga MAYHEM Requiem (2026)Released 2026
Make Mine Music (1946)
In the tradition of Fantasia, Make Mine Music is a glorious collection of musically charged animated shorts featuring such fun-filled favorites as "Peter and the Wolf", narrated by the beloved voice behind Winnie the Pooh. In addition you'll enjoy such classic cartoon hits as "Casey at the Bat," "The Whale Who Wanted to Sing at the Met" and "Johnnie Fedora and Alice Bluebonnet."
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & music
SnoozefestMovies like thisArlo the Alligator Boy (2021)
Upon learning that he is from New York City, a wide-eyed boy, who is half human and half alligator, decides to leave his sheltered life in the swamp and search for his long lost father. A musical adventure.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSturgill Simpson Presents Sound & Fury (2019)
In this anime visual album, a mysterious driver heads deep into a postapocalyptic hellscape toward a ferocious showdown with two monstrous opponents.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisWinnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day (1968)
Winnie the Pooh and his friends experience high winds, heavy rains, and a flood in Hundred Acre Wood.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSing: Thriller (2024)
Buster Moon dreams up a star-studded spectacle set to Michael Jackson's "Thriller" in this animated short featuring characters from the hit "Sing" films.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBeauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration (2022)
In honor of the 30th anniversary of the animated classic, this animated and live-action blended special showcases the fan-favorite movie, along with new musical performances, sets and costumes inspired by the classic story.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music & animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMelody Time (1948)
In the grand tradition of Disney's great musical classics, Melody Time features seven timeless stories, each enhanced with high-spirited music and unforgettable characters. You'll be sure to tap your toes and clap your hands in this witty feast for the eyes and ears.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFar Far Away Idol (2004)
Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Puss in Boots, and the rest of the Far Far Away Kingdom battle it out in a singing competition.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music & animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisGhosts (1997)
In the town of Normal Valley, an eccentric magician named Maestro entertains the local children every day in his spooky mansion. One stormy night, the town's mayor leads a group of angry citizens to the mansion in an attempt to run Maestro out of town.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisBattle of the Year (2013)
A down-on-his-luck coach is hired to prepare a team of the best American dancers for an international tournament that attracts all the best crews from around the world, but the Americans haven't won in fifteen years.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisStar! (1968)
Gertrude Lawrence rises to stage stardom at the cost of happiness.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Wrecking Crew (2008)
A celebration of the musical work of a group of session musicians known as "The Wrecking Crew." a band that provided back-up instrumentals to such legendary recording artists as Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, and Bing Crosby.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisKung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Masters (2011)
Po and the Furious Five uncover the legend of three of kung fu's greatest heroes: Master Thundering Rhino, Master Storming Ox, and Master Croc.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisHIStory on Film, Volume II (1997)
Nearly 2 hours of the short films that made HIStory... Including never before released short films.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisAnima (2019)
In a short musical film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, Thom Yorke of Radiohead stars in a mind-bending visual piece. Best played loud.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisLet It Shine (2012)
A teenage rapper must use his musical talent to help a friend and win the girl of his dreams while overcoming self-doubt and the expectations of his strict religious parents.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Worth the HypeMovies like thisKeith Richards: Under the Influence (2015)
A portrait of Keith Richards that takes us on a journey to discover the genesis of his sound as a songwriter, guitarist and performer.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTeen Spirit (2019)
A shy teenager living on the Isle of Wight dreams of pop stardom. With the help of an unlikely mentor, she enters a singing competition that will test her integrity, talent, and ambition.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisApple Music Live: Lady Gaga MAYHEM Requiem (2026)
For Apple Music Live, Gaga presents MAYHEM Requiem, a celebration and musical reimagining of MAYHEM.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisThe Nutcracker (1993)
On Christmas Eve, a little girl named Marie falls asleep and dreams herself into a fantastic world in which her toys become larger than life. She meets up with the Nutcracker Prince who takes her on a journey to his kingdom and defends her from the Mouse King.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both music
SnoozefestMovies like thisPortable Airport (2004)
A young girl, after looking through a fashion magazine, decides to go to Paris. For that, she'll need a portable airport.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music & animation
A Flying City Plan (2005)
On a trip to attend a wedding, a young girl sees herself amidst a major rampage at a construction site of a flying city after a slight malfunction of her means of transportation.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation & music
Tipper Ambient Set at CoSM 2015 (2015)
Tipper performed an All Original set of his own ambient music at the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors. 150 blessed souls braved the snow, and attended from as far away as Salt Lake City for this occasion. Alex and Allyson Grey painted live, and Johnathan Singer presented this Visual Manipulation of their work in real time with Tipper. This is the re-creation of their performance together that one amazing night... please enjoy!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
7 Television Commercials (1998)
7 Television Commercials is a collection of music videos from English alternative rock band Radiohead, covering the period from their The Bends (1995) and OK Computer (1997).
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Converge: The Long Road Home (2003)
"The Long Road Home'" is the first official DVD release from Converge. Modeled after the first (and arguably most successful) band home videos such as Metallica's "Cliff Em' All" release, "The Long Road Home" is a two disc collection that is as energetic and exciting as the moments the release captures. No frills, or crap, just a massive collection of fan footage from the bands decade long reign as kings of their genre.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Nick Hakim - Bet She Looks Like You (2017)
Music video for the Neo-soul singer, Nick Hakim.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Direct from Brooklyn (1999)
A compilation of music videos by American alternative rock band They Might Be Giants, spanning the years 1986 to 1994.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Aoede (2016)
Every week thousands of beef cattle are transported from Europe across the Mediterranean towards the Middle East. Aeode follows a Syrian sailor as he “jumps ship” in a Spanish port, and the loved one he leaves behind.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
DJ Smash & Венгеров & Bobina с участием Матуа & Аверин & Кравец - Нефть (2013)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
Planet Love (2012)
A bored shop assistant has her day turned upside down when she is rocketed to Planet Love.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both music
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like MG1?
The closest matches to MG1 are Make Mine Music (1946), Arlo the Alligator Boy (2021) and Sturgill Simpson Presents Sound & Fury (2019). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after MG1?
Start with Make Mine Music (1946), the closest match to MG1.
What is the highest-rated movie like MG1?
Ghosts (1997), rated 8.1/10 by 305 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like MG1?
Apple Music Live: Lady Gaga MAYHEM Requiem (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like MG1?
Yes: Make Mine Music (1946), Arlo the Alligator Boy (2021) and Sturgill Simpson Presents Sound & Fury (2019).
How are movies similar to MG1 chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside MG1, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.