Movies like Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1 (2007)
The best movies like Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1 (2007) are Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 2 (2012), VeggieTales: King George and the Ducky (2000) and Forky Asks a Question: What Is a Computer? (2019). If Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1 hooked you with its family and animation, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedOnce Upon a Studio (2023)8.3/10 from 457 votes
- NewestSing: Thriller (2024)Released 2024
- Same seriesPixar Short Films Collection: Volume 2 (2012)Pixar Short Film
Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 2 (2012)
Disney and Pixar present an incredible new collection of 12 short films, featuring multiple Academy Award® nominees (Best Short Film, Animated: "Presto," 2008; "Day & Night," 2010; "La Luna," 2011) and a host of family favorites. Join the celebration of imagination with this collection, packed with unforgettable animation, fantastic stories and captivating characters. Plus, enjoy all-new extras that share how Pixar's storied talent got their start — including student films from acclaimed directors John Lasseter, Andrew Stanton and Pete Docter!
Why it matches: Same series: Pixar Short Film · both family & animation
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisVeggieTales: King George and the Ducky (2000)
King George, unlike most kings, spends most of his time in the bathtub, playing with his favorite toy - a rubber ducky. But George isn't satisfied with just his rubber ducky - he wants all the duckies! The king learns a lesson in humility from his brave soldier Thomas, whose ducky George had stolen. Eventually, George faces his sin and learns that it's always important to share with others.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
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: Fans watch both · both animation & family
SnoozefestMovies like thisWagon Ho! (2012)
The barbaloots are told by the Once-Ler that they can sit on the wagon and that it had better not move. They and the donkey nod in agreement. The barbaloots try to get the donkey to move. He won't move. The small barbaloot taunts the donkey with what looks like an apple in front of him on a long pole the he's off. Did they get the wagon back in time? Yes, but what transpired from start to finish?
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
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: Fans watch both · both animation
SnoozefestMovies like thisPixar Short Films Collection: Volume 3 (2018)
From Disney-Pixar and the creative minds who brought you The Incredibles, Finding Nemo and Toy Story comes the studio’s latest collection of delightful and inspiring animated stories – Pixar Shorts: Volume 3. Eleven short films include Oscar® winner Piper (Best Short Film, Animated, 2016) and nominees Sanjay’s Super Team (2015) and Lou (2017). With unforgettable characters, insightful bonus extras, and cutting-edge animation, it’s a must-own for any movie fan!
Why it matches: Same series: Pixar Short Film · both family & animation
George and A.J. (2009)
George and A.J. is a short film created by Pixar which uses characters from the film Up to tell what Nurses George and A.J. did after Carl Fredricksen left with his house tied to balloons in the feature film.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
SnoozefestMovies like thisThe LEGO® Story (2012)
As toy maker LEGO heads into its 80th year, Lego present this newly launched animated short film, which looks at the history of the iconic brand. A nicely produced look back at the brand LEGO.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Marine Life Interviews (2016)
Interviews with the animals at the Marine Life Institute about their experiences with Dory.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDonald's Dream Voice (1948)
Donald is trying to sell brushes door-to-door, but since nobody can understand him, nobody will buy anything. He happens across a street vendor selling voice pills. They work great, but he's only got a limited number so of course, the last pill ends up in various inconvenient places.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation
Runaway Brain (1995)
In an attempt to convince Minnie that he hasn't forgotten to buy her an anniversary present, Mickey Mouse ends up promising to take her to Hawaii. Funds being short, he applies for a job as lab assistant to the sinister Dr. Frankenollie, who happens to be searching for a donor to provide his monstrous creation with a brain.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMike's New Car (2002)
Mike discovers that being the top-ranking laugh collector at Monsters, Inc. has its benefits – in particular, earning enough money to buy a six-wheel-drive car that's loaded with gadgets. That new-car smell doesn't last long enough, however, as Sulley jump-starts an ill-fated road test that teaches Mike the true meaning of buyer's remorse.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisOnce Upon a Studio (2023)
Created for Disney's 100th anniversary, the short features Mickey Mouse corralling a gallery of legendary Disney characters for a group photo.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisPluto's Dream House (1940)
Mickey Mouse is about to build Pluto a doghouse when Pluto digs up a magic lamp that speaks in African-American vernacular. It offers to do Mickey's bidding. Mickey's first wish is for a doghouse, and the lamp starts to work. Suddenly, the saw, the planer, the paintbrush and other tools magically begin working on their own. Finally, Pluto has a magnificent doghouse. The second wish? Mickey asks the lamp to give Pluto a bath. But things go awry when Pluto accidentally breaks Mickey's radio. Now, all sorts of conflicting messages are coming out of the speaker as Mickey tries to fix it. The lamp assumes all the voices are Mickey's and obeys them. Pluto is rolled with a rolling pin, punched with boxing gloves, frozen in an aspic and is about to be cut into thin slices before all ends happily.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Dug's Special Mission (2009)
Dug is sent on foolish missions by Alpha, Beta, and Gamma so they can hunt for the Bird of Paradise Falls by themselves. Dug may find that where he belongs is not where he's been looking.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisTime Travel Mater (2012)
When a clock lands on Mater's engine, he travels back in time to 1909 where he meets Stanley, an ambitious young car on his way to California. With the help of Lightning McQueen, Mater alters history by convincing Stanley to stay and build Radiator Springs. Stanley meets Lizzie and they commemorate the opening of the new courthouse with their wedding.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisCelebrating Mickey (2018)
When Mickey burst onto the scene in the classic Steamboat Willie, he not only stole our hearts, but went on to bring joy to generations. This collection from Walt Disney Animation Studios celebrates Mickey’s cartoon legacy with favorites spanning nearly a century including Brave Little Tailor, Pluto’s Party, Get A Horse! and more. 13 Short Films: Steamboat Willie, The Brave Little Tailor, Pluto’s Party, Get a Horse, The Band Concert, Mickey’s Rival, Thru the Mirror, Boat Builders ,Mickey’s Trailer, Tugboat Mickey, The Little Whirlwind, Mickey’s Birthday Party, The Simple Things
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Banana (2010)
The Minions fight over a delicious banana... but is that all they want?!
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
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: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisCars 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: Fans watch both · both family & animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAlmost Home (2014)
A group of aliens searching for a new planet on which to make home, with little success. Promotional short for Dreamworks Animation's forthcoming feature, Home.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisHawaiian Vacation (2011)
The toys throw Ken and Barbie a Hawaiian vacation in Bonnie's room.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisLamp Life (2020)
Bo Peep explains what happened to herself and her sheep between the events of Toy Story 2 and Toy Story 4.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisRiley's First Date? (2015)
Riley, now 12, who is hanging out with her parents at home when potential trouble comes knocking. Mom's and Dad's Emotions find themselves forced to deal with Riley going on her first "date."
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisToy Story of Terror! (2013)
What starts out as a fun road trip for the Toy Story gang takes an unexpected turn for the worse when the trip detours to a roadside motel. After one of the toys goes missing, the others find themselves caught up in a mysterious sequence of events that must be solved before they all suffer the same fate in this Toy Story of Terror.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisKnick Knack (1989)
Life on a shelf as a snowman trapped in a snow-globe blizzard can become wearing, especially when you're surrounded by knickknacks from sunnier locales. When the jaded snowman finally breaks free of his glass house, his vacation plans are cut short.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisCurious George 2: Follow That Monkey! (2009)
The film chronicles George's adventures as he befriends Kayla, a baby elephant, at a magic circus show and helps her travel across the country to be reunited with her family.Accompanied by his friend, the Man with the Yellow Hat, George travels by foot, train, and truck to reach Kayla's brother and sister in California, only to be accused of elephant-napping and brought all the way back to New York.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey's Adventures in Wonderland (2009)
Get ready to join Mickey and friends on their most amazing adventure ever -- a new movie classic inspired by Disney's ALICE IN WONDERLAND. It's Daisy Duck's birthday, and, in preparation, Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck have arranged a surprise party and bought a cuckoo clock as a present. However, the bird inside the clock escapes, leading Donald and Mickey into a strange fantasy world, modeled after Lewis Carroll's Wonderland. Some friends tag along for the journey, and some even appear as characters from the original tale. Goofy becomes the Goofy Hatter and Clarabelle Cow becomes Queen Clarabelle.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both family & animation
Belle's Tales of Friendship (1999)
Two different stories: in the first one a group of children walk into the store eager to hear Belle's stories, as she is noted to be a great storyteller, in the second one Belle throws a party to cheer Mrs. Potts up.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both family & animation
Everybody Loves Mickey (2001)
A compilation of classic Walt Disney clips from Mickey Mouse's long and illustrious career as the world's most recognised and best loved cartoon character. Includes "Thru The Mirror," "Hawaiian Holiday," "Lonesome Ghosts," "The Brave Little Tailor," "The Little Whirlwind" and "Mickey Down Under.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both family & animation
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What are the best movies like Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1?
The closest matches to Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1 are Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 2 (2012), VeggieTales: King George and the Ducky (2000) and Forky Asks a Question: What Is a Computer? (2019). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1?
People who watched Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1 most often go on to VeggieTales: King George and the Ducky (2000), Forky Asks a Question: What Is a Computer? (2019) and Wagon Ho! (2012).
What is the highest-rated movie like Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1?
Once Upon a Studio (2023), rated 8.3/10 by 457 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1?
Sing: Thriller (2024) is the most recent release on this list.
Is Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1 part of a series?
Yes. It belongs to Pixar Short Film, which includes Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 2 (2012) and Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 3 (2018).
Are there English movies like Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1?
Yes: Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 2 (2012), VeggieTales: King George and the Ducky (2000) and Forky Asks a Question: What Is a Computer? (2019).
How are movies similar to Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1 chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 1, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.