Movies like Lion and Bull (1984)
The best movies like Lion and Bull (1984) are Lambert the Sheepish Lion (1952), South Park the Streaming Wars (2022) and Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002). If Lion and Bull hooked you with its animation, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedSgt. Stubby: An American Hero (2018)7.9/10 from 219 votes
- NewestPanji Tengkorak (2025)Released 2025
Lambert the Sheepish Lion (1952)
Disney Legend Sterling Holloway narrates this classic animated short. A mix-up by Mr. Stork finds a little lion cub in the care of a gentle flock of sheep. Doted on by his mother, but teased by the other lambs, Lambert soon grows to become a massive lion, but as shy and gentle as the ewe who raised him. When a hungry wolf begins to stalk the herd, will Lambert find the courage to protect his mama?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSouth Park the Streaming Wars (2022)
Cartman locks horns with his mom in a battle of wills while an epic conflict unfolds that threatens South Park’s very existence.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSpirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002)
Against impossible odds, Spirit, a young mustang, sets out across the majestic wilderness to regain his freedom and save his homeland. Along the way, he forms a friendship with a young Lakota brave, outwits a squadron of soldiers, and ultimately, finds love.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Lion Guard: Return of the Roar (2016)
Set in the African savannah, the film follows Kion as he assembles the members of the 'Lion Guard'. Throughout the film, the diverse team of young animals will learn how to utilize each of their unique abilities to solve problems and accomplish tasks to maintain balance within the Circle of Life, while also introducing viewers to the vast array of animals that populate the prodigious African landscape.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSong of the South (1946)
Uncle Remus draws upon his tales of Br'er Rabbit to help little Johnny deal with his confusion over his parents' separation as well as his new life on the plantation.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Lion King II: Simba's Pride (1998)
The circle of life continues for Simba, now fully grown and in his rightful place as the king of Pride Rock. Simba and Nala have given birth to a daughter, Kiara who's as rebellious as her father was. But Kiara drives her parents to distraction when she catches the eye of Kovu, the son of the evil lioness, Zira. Will Kovu steal Kiara's heart?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAnomalisa (2015)
An inspirational speaker becomes reinvigorated after meeting a lively woman who shakes up his mundane existence.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisZootopia (2016)
Determined to prove herself, Officer Judy Hopps, the first bunny on Zootopia's police force, jumps at the chance to crack her first case - even if it means partnering with scam-artist fox Nick Wilde to solve the mystery.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisWelcome to Marwen (2018)
When a devastating attack shatters Mark Hogancamp and wipes away all memories, no one expected recovery. Putting together pieces from his old and new life, Mark meticulously creates a wondrous town named Marwen where he can heal and be heroic. As he builds an astonishing art installation — a testament to the most powerful women he knows — through his fantasy world, he draws strength to triumph in the real one.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisKung Fu Panda Holiday (2010)
The Winter Feast is Po's favorite holiday. Every year he and his father hang decorations, cook together, and serve noodle soup to the villagers. But this year Shifu informs Po that as Dragon Warrior, it is his duty to host the formal Winter Feast at the Jade Palace. Po is caught between his obligations as the Dragon Warrior and his family traditions: between Shifu and Mr. Ping.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Breadwinner (2017)
A headstrong young girl in Afghanistan, ruled by the Taliban, disguises herself as a boy in order to provide for her family.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBeauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas (1997)
Astonished to find the Beast has a deep-seated hatred for the Christmas season, Belle endeavors to change his mind on the matter.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBugs Bunny Gets the Boid (1942)
Mama Buzzard wants her children to learn to bring back meat for dinner. One buzzardling is shy and has to be kicked out of the nest. He's told to at least bring back a rabbit.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTrail Mix-Up (1993)
During a picnic, Baby Herman follows a beaver into a perilous sawmill - with Roger Rabbit in frantic pursuit.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisCurious George: A Very Monkey Christmas (2009)
George and The Man In The Yellow Hat are having a merry time counting down to Christmas. But neither can decide what to give each other. Will they find the answers before Christmas morning?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisLittle Hiawatha (1937)
The "fearless warrior" of the poem is a very small child whose pants keep falling down. He tries to shoot a grasshopper with his arrow, but the grasshopper spits in his eye. He tries to shoot a bunny rabbit, but the rabbit is too cute and pathetic. He tracks a bear, and runs after its cub and right into the mother. But the rest of the animals, thankful for him saving the rabbit, come to his rescue.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSgt. Stubby: An American Hero (2018)
The true story of the most decorated dog in American military history - Sgt. Stubby - and the enduring bonds he forged with his brothers-in-arms in the trenches of World War I.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisPopeye the Sailor (1933)
Popeye and Bluto fight for the love of Olive Oyl in their debut short, featuring Betty Boop.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Ugly Duckling (1939)
An outcast duckling's search for a family to accept him leads to constant rejection before learning his true identity as a swan.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisDonald's Snow Fight (1942)
It's snowed, and Donald Duck is going sledding. Meanwhile, his nephews have built a snowman at the bottom of the hill. Donald aims his sled at their snowman and demolishes it, so the boys get even by including a boulder in the bottom of their next snowman. This means war, so they retreat to opposing snow forts for battle.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThree Robbers and a Lion (2022)
The three thieves Kasper, Jesper and Jonathan lives together with their always hungry lion in the little town of Kardemomme town, the home to a fair but kind police officer, and the strict Aunt Sofie.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
Shimajiro to Ururu no Heroland (2019)
Hero Land is a world where you can meet the heroes and heroines you have been waiting for, created by the inventor girl "Ururu". Shimajiro and his friends were overexcited, but a bad robot appeared there and Hero Land was in big danger. Can Shimajiro and his friends work together to help?
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
The Lion and the Song (1959)
A musician is playing his music to some animals, when a hungry lion shows up.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
Merry Madagascar (2009)
While trapped on the island of Madagascar, the Central Park Zoo escapees receive a visit from Santa--crash landing on their territory and getting amnesia to boot! The animals must help Santa assume his rightful place in the universe, while King Julian laps up the opportunity for his subjects.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Crazy Che (2015)
The incredible story of Bill Gaede, an Argentinian engineer, programmer… and Cold War spy.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
Chile (1975)
This short animation collage uncovers the financial backing of the Chilean Junta bosses by the US. Screened at the 1976 Oberhausen Int. Film Festival.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
Panji Tengkorak (2025)
Panji, who sold his soul to black magic to avenge his wife's death, intended to end his life, but found his body now shackled by black magic that controlled his soul. After wandering aimlessly, Panji met an old warrior who asked for his help to chase a bandit who had seized a sacred heirloom that was said to be able to eliminate the power of black magic. Panji accepted the offer that dragged him into a long war between two kingdoms and revealed the reality of his dark past.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
Dragon Ball Z: Dead Zone (1989)
In order to wish for immortality and avenge his father, Garlic Jr. collects the dragon balls, kidnapping Goku's son Gohan in the process. Goku, Kami, Piccolo, and Krillin unite to rescue Gohan and save the world from being sucked into a dead zone.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie's The Wizard of Dizz (2013)
The classic tale gets a brand-new twist in Minnie's new full-length adventure: The Wizard Of Dizz. Minnie and Pluto end up in the silly but spectacular land of Dizz. Together, Minnie and her new friends Scarecrow Goofy, Mickey the Tin Mouse and Donald the Lion set off to ask the wonderful Wizard of Dizz to make their dreams come true.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
The Journey to Melonia (1989)
When a ship sinks during a storm, a slave from the industrial island of Plutonia is washed up on the beaches of paradise island Melonia, where the "all-powerful" wizard Prospero and his strange friends reside.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Lion and Bull?
The closest matches to Lion and Bull are Lambert the Sheepish Lion (1952), South Park the Streaming Wars (2022) and Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Lion and Bull?
Start with Lambert the Sheepish Lion (1952), the closest match to Lion and Bull.
What is the highest-rated movie like Lion and Bull?
Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero (2018), rated 7.9/10 by 219 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Lion and Bull?
Panji Tengkorak (2025) is the most recent release on this list.
How are movies similar to Lion and Bull chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Lion and Bull, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.