Movies like Belle's Tales of Friendship (1999)
The best movies like Belle's Tales of Friendship (1999) are The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars (1998), The Strawberry Shortcake Movie: Sky's the Limit (2009) and The Adventures of Tom Thumb and Thumbelina (2003). If Belle's Tales of Friendship 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 ratedKung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Scroll (2016)6.9/10 from 251 votes
- NewestDr. Seuss's The Sneetches (2025)Released 2025
The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars (1998)
Based on the book by Thomas M. Disch and intended as the third film in the series, this sequel was finished and released prior to 'The Brave Little Toaster To The Rescue'. Whilst trying to protect their new "Little Master" the anthropomorphic appliances set off on an epic adventure and make many new friends along the way.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
SnoozefestMovies like thisThe Strawberry Shortcake Movie: Sky's the Limit (2009)
A sudden storm leaves Berry Bitty City with a gigantic problem. Strawberry Shortcake and her friends will have to move their whole tiny town unless they find a way to safely remove a huge boulder that threatens everything they hold dear.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both family & animation
The Adventures of Tom Thumb and Thumbelina (2003)
Voiced by Elijah Wood, Jennifer Love Hewitt, and others, this film features Tom Thumb and Thumbelina, the tiny, famed fairy-tale favorites, who are together for the first time in this heartwarming, magical musical story about courage and friendship. After 15 years, the two reunite and remember when their village was destroyed by a giant. Soon, they find out that they have neat powers they can use for good.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both family & animation
SnoozefestMovies like thisWinnie the Pooh: A Valentine for You (1999)
After Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, and Rabbit see Christopher Robin making a valentine for -- gasp! -- a girl, they find he's been bitten by a "Smitten" and is lovesick! Worried that he'll no longer have time for them, and hoping a second bite from the love bug will cure him, they set out on a wild adventure to capture the Smitten. This wonderful story, filled with magic and whimsy, and sweetened with three new songs, reminds us all that the heart is big and always has plenty of room for friends -- old and new.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisPixar 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: Fans watch both · both family & animation
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisTiny Toon Spring Break (1994)
Buster, Babs and the entire 'Tiny Toons' gang decided to take a trip to Ft. Lauderdale for Spring Break. Meanwhile, Elmrya believes that Buster is the Easter Bunny, and with the help of Samuel Gerard(Tommy Lee Jones in 'The Fugitive') they go on a mission to capture Buster. Plucky tries to make a quick buck by sellin' "The Tan Meiser 6000" but quickly turns his sights on a blonde duck that passes him by. Spoofs of music videos and films of that time (1994) are some of the highlights
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Belle's Magical World (1998)
Belle, the Beast, Lumiere, Cogsworth and the rest of those zany castle residents use their imaginations to embark on three magical, storybook adventures. This direct-to-video anthology serves as a "sequel" to Disney's animated hit film. In "The Perfect World," Belle and the Beast learn about forgiveness. In "Fifi's Folly," Lumiere's girlfriend is jealous of his bond with Belle. And in "Broken Wing," the Beast learns to be kind to an injured bird.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisPooh's Heffalump Halloween Movie (2005)
It's Halloween in the Hundred Acre Wood, and Roo's best new friend, Lumpy, is looking forward to his first time trick-or-treating. That is, until Tigger warns them about the scary Gobloon, who'll turn them into jack-o'-lanterns if he catches them. But if Roo and Lumpy turn the tables on the Gobloon, they get to make a wish! Lumpy and Roo decide to be "brave together, brave forever" and catch the Gobloon so they can make their wishes come true.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies 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 thisCurious George: A Halloween Boo Fest (2013)
Halloween is almost here and George can't wait for the festivities to begin: carving pumpkins, costume contests, and especially the Annual Boo Festival. Eager to get the festivities started, George and Allie visit Renkins' Farm to pick out the perfect pumpkin. There, they are told the spooky tale of the Legend of No Noggin. As the story goes, No Noggin is a hat-kicking scarecrow who appears on Halloween to kick people's hats off. On Halloween night, George and Allie are determined to get a picture of No Noggin and prove he's real once and for all. Will they be able to get the proof? Only the curious will find out!
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both family & animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Trumpet of the Swan (2001)
The adventures of a young Trumpeter swan who cannot speak. With the help of a human boy and the love of his family and friends, Louie discovers his own unique talents which help him find his place in the world.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both family & animation
SnoozefestMovies like thisThe Care Bears Adventure in Wonderland (1987)
The cuddly Care Bears and their cousins star in this charming third feature-length film incorporating characters from Alice in Wonderland. A young girl named Alice and the Care Bears travel together into the whimsical land of the Mad Hatter and the Cheshire Cat. In this magical story about friendship and self-esteem, they try to thwart an evil wizard's attempt to become the King of Wonderland.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both family & animation
Mickey 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
A Troll in Central Park (1994)
A friendly troll with a magic green thumb grows one flower too many for the queen, whose laws require all trolls to be mean ugly and scare humans whenever possible. As a punishment, he is exiled to a world of concrete, where he should live a life of proper trolldom: Manhattan.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
SnoozefestMovies like thisThe Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008)
Follow Ariel's adventures before she gave up her fins for true love. When Ariel wasn't singing with her sisters, she spent time with her mother, Queen Athena. Ariel is devastated when Athena is killed by pirates, and after King Triton outlaws all singing. Along with pals Flounder and Sebastian, Ariel sets off in hopes of changing her father's decision to ban music from the kingdom.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both family & animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisLucky Duck (2014)
Lucky, a small rubber duck (voiced by Christian Borle), prepares to leave the toy factory where he was born to be shipped to the store when, because of Code S (a faulty whistle), it is immediately trashed. By dint of pugnacity, he still manages to return a box of toys ready to board a boat. New twist of fate: Lucky inadvertently pass overboard! Then he will have to face all the dangers always pursuing the same goal: to find the perfect home.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
FernGully 2: The Magical Rescue (1998)
Pips wants to see more of the outside world. Batty arrives in a panic, announcing that two human poachers are right behind him. Poachers show up with their dogs and promptly capture the three baby animals. Pips and the Beetle Boys volunteer to follow the humans to town and rescue the babies, convincing Batty to be their guide.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
SnoozefestMovies like thisDr. Seuss's The Sneetches (2025)
An unexpected friendship forms between two young Sneetches on an island surrounded by beaches in this sweet musical special set in the world of Seuss.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Kim Possible: The Secret Files (2003)
The first video compilation of four episodes of Kim Possible.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
VeggieTales: Madame Blueberry (1998)
Even though Madame Blueberry lives in a nice treehouse, and has lots of friends, she is still upset because she always thinks she needs more "stuff". When a new Stuff-Mart superstore opens up near her home, she loads up with everything she can, but is still sad. Eventually, Madame Blueberry learns that it's important to be thankful for what you already have.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Gargoyles the Movie: The Heroes Awaken (1995)
After a magic spell in 10th century Scotland turns them to stone, a group of gargoyles that turn to flesh and blood when the sun goes down are resurrected by an opportunistic billionaire with sinister intentions.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Walt Disney's Fables - Vol.1 (2003)
Two animated fables from the Disney studios. In 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' Ichabod Crane is besotted by the lovely Katrina but has to contend with Brom Bones, the town bully. Their rivalry leads Crane to the legend of Sleepy Hollow and the headless horseman. In 'The Prince and the Pauper' Mickey, Goofy, Donald and Pluto star in Disney's re-working of the Mark Twain classic.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Chip 'n' Dale: Here Comes Trouble (2004)
The most mischievous characters to ever come out of Disney studios, Chip 'N' Dale are cute, cuddly and always in the centre of trouble. Here is a special collection of their Adventures that will have you and your family laughing again and again. It's double trouble in 'Chip 'N' Dale Go Nuts' when Donald tries to chop down their house for firewood, along with their supply of nuts. Then Chip 'N' Dale make themselves at home in Donald's train set in 'Out Of Scale'. It's romantic mayhem when Chip 'N' Dale like the same girl in 'Two Chips And A Miss'. In 'Food For Feudin", Pluto wants to hide his bones in the same tree where Chip 'N' Dale store their acorns.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Doug's 1st Movie (1999)
Doug and his pal Skeeter set's out to find the monster of Lucky Duck Lake. Though things get really out of hand when some one blurts out that the monster is real.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
SnoozefestMovies like thisVeggieTales: Esther, The Girl Who Became Queen (2000)
The king needs a new queen, and Esther has been chosen! But she's about to find out that being queen is going to take more courage than she ever imagined! When a small town girl wakes up with the weight of the world on her shoulders and the fate of her people in her hands, can she find the courage to do what's right?
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
LeapFrog: Letter Factory (2003)
LeapFrog characters spring to life in this engaging and educational video. A wild adventure to the Letter Factory with popular LeapFrog characters Leap, Lilly and Tad. Led by wacky Professor Quigley, Tad joins Js jumping on trampolines and Ks practicing karate kicks as new letters learn their sounds. Fun songs will have kids singing letter sounds in no time.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both animation & family
Kung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Scroll (2016)
As Po looks for his lost action figures, the story of how the panda inadvertently helped create the Furious Five is told.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisRevolting Rhymes (2017)
Two half-hour animated films based on the much-loved rhymes written by Roald Dahl and illustrated by Quentin Blake.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMonster High: Great Scarrier Reef (2016)
Join your favourite ghoulfriends in an all-new aquatic adventure! When the ghouls get pulled into the school pool, they're transported to the gore-geous underwater world of the Great Scarrier Reef. Lagoon realizes she's come home and, in a fintastic mission of the heart, decides to come to terms with her own freaky flaws. Of course she'll need help from the most creeperific firends ever as she confronts a frenemy from her past, competes in a scaretastic dance extravaganze, and fights a terrible beast from the deep!
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & animation
Worth the HypeMovies like thisDiary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2022)
As a new school year begins, Greg is subject to relentless teasing from his brother Rodrick. Will Greg manage to get along with him? Or will a secret ruin everything?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Belle's Tales of Friendship?
The closest matches to Belle's Tales of Friendship are The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars (1998), The Strawberry Shortcake Movie: Sky's the Limit (2009) and The Adventures of Tom Thumb and Thumbelina (2003). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Belle's Tales of Friendship?
People who watched Belle's Tales of Friendship most often go on to The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars (1998), The Strawberry Shortcake Movie: Sky's the Limit (2009) and The Adventures of Tom Thumb and Thumbelina (2003).
What is the highest-rated movie like Belle's Tales of Friendship?
Kung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Scroll (2016), rated 6.9/10 by 251 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Belle's Tales of Friendship?
Dr. Seuss's The Sneetches (2025) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Belle's Tales of Friendship?
Yes: The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars (1998), The Strawberry Shortcake Movie: Sky's the Limit (2009) and The Adventures of Tom Thumb and Thumbelina (2003).
How are movies similar to Belle's Tales of Friendship chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Belle's Tales of Friendship, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.