Movies like Katy Meets the Aliens (1988)
The best movies like Katy Meets the Aliens (1988) are Return to Never Land (2002), The Land Before Time XI: Invasion of the Tinysauruses (2005) and Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast (2014). If Katy Meets the Aliens hooked you with its animation and family, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedTinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast (2014)7.4/10 from 1,269 votes
- NewestThe Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild (2022)Released 2022
- In SpanishEl casoplón 2 (2027)Also in Spanish
Return to Never Land (2002)
In 1940, the world is besieged by World War II. Wendy, all grown up, has two children; including Jane, who does not believe Wendy's stories about Peter Pan.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Land Before Time XI: Invasion of the Tinysauruses (2005)
Littlefoot and his friends return in another adventure. But this time, they aren't the smallest dinosaurs in the valley anymore.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast (2014)
An ancient myth of a massive creature sparks the curiosity of Tinker Bell and her good friend Fawn, an animal fairy who’s not afraid to break the rules to help an animal in need. But this creature is not welcome in Pixie Hollow — and the scout fairies are determined to capture the mysterious beast, who they fear will destroy their home. Fawn must convince her fairy friends to risk everything to rescue the NeverBeast.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisRugrats Go Wild (2003)
When the Rugrats find themselves stranded on a deserted island, they meet the Thornberrys, a family who agrees to help them escape.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Land Before Time IX: Journey to Big Water (2002)
Littlefoot befriends with a mysterious, fun-loving dolphin-like creature named Mo, who is trapped in "new water" caused by heavy rain. The gang then goes on an adventure to the "big water" to bring Mo home.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Son of Bigfoot (2017)
Teenage outsider Adam sets out on an epic and daring quest to uncover the mystery behind his long-lost dad, only to find out that he is none other than the legendary Bigfoot! He has been hiding deep in the forest for years to protect himself and his family from HairCo., a giant corporation eager to run scientific experiments with his special DNA. As father and son start making up for lost time after the boy's initial disbelief, Adam soon discovers that he too is gifted with superpowers beyond his imagination. But little do they know, HairCo. is on their tail as Adam's traces have led them to Bigfoot!
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMaya the Bee: The Golden Orb (2021)
When Maya, a headstrong little bee, and her best friend Willy, rescue an ant princess, they find themselves in the middle of an epic bug battle that will take them to strange new worlds and test their friendship to its limits.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Land Before Time IV: Journey Through the Mists (1996)
When Littlefoot's grandfather falls ill, the only way to cure him is with a flower from the forbidding land of the mists, which holds unexpected perils and danger.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Land Before Time X: The Great Longneck Migration (2003)
A bedtime story leads Littlefoot and his grandparents on a journey to a new land, where Littlefoot discovers someone who vanished before he was born: his father! Now Littlefoot must decide between two worlds. Will he leave to be with his friends in the Great Valley, or stay behind and start a new life with his father?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving (1995)
When the water supply to the Great Valley is blocked, Littlefoot and his friends must cooperate with a group of bullies to find the reason the cause.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Land Before Time XII: The Great Day of the Flyers (2006)
As the Great Day of the Flyers nears, the Great Valley's flying youngsters are eager to participate in the annual exhibition to show off their skills. Everyone, that is, except free-spirited pterodactyl Petrie, whose individualism causes problems when it comes to staying in formation. Enter his dinosaur pals Littlefoot, Cera, Spike and Ducky, who encourage Petrie to embrace his uniqueness.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMaya the Bee: The Honey Games (2018)
Following an unproductive harvest season, it’s up to Maya and her brave friends to save their hive by competing in a series of games.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family & animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBigfoot Family (2020)
Bigfoot, Adam's father, wants to use his fame for a good cause. Protecting a large wildlife reserve in Alaska sounds like the perfect opportunity! When Bigfoot mysteriously disappears without a trace, Adam and his animal friends will brave anything to find him again and save the nature reserve.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisStitch! The Movie (2003)
The continuing adventures of Lilo, a little Hawaiian girl, and Stitch, the galaxy's most-wanted extraterrestrial. Stitch, Pleakley, and Dr. Jumba are all part of the household now, but what Lilo and Stitch don't know is that Dr. Jumba brought his other alien "experiments" to Hawaiʻi as well.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
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 & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild (2022)
The fearless one-eyed weasel Buck teams up with mischievous possum brothers Crash & Eddie as they head off on a new adventure into Buck's home: The Dinosaur World.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Land Before Time VI: The Secret of Saurus Rock (1998)
Littlefoot's grandfather narrates the story about the Lone Dinosaur that killed a Sharptooth. A giant monolith formed after the fight and if it's destroyed, bad luck will loom over the valley.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTinker Bell (2008)
Journey into the secret world of Pixie Hollow and hear Tinker Bell speak for the very first time as the astonishing story of Disney's most famous fairy is finally revealed in the all-new motion picture "Tinker Bell."
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Land Before Time XIII: The Wisdom of Friends (2007)
Littlefoot learns a series of important lessons following an incident that nearly costs his grandmother her life. Soon afterwards, three dinosaurs arrive claiming they have lost their way.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFree Willy 3: The Rescue (1997)
Willy the whale is back, this time threatened by illegal whalers making money off sushi. Jesse, now 16, has taken a job on an orca-researching ship, along with old friend Randolph and a sarcastic scientist, Drew. On the whaler's ship is captain John Wesley and his son, Max, who isn't really pleased about his father's job, but doesn't have the gut to say so. Along the way, Willy reunites with Jesse.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTrapper Keeper (2017)
A look at the trials and tribulations of school and childhood.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation & family
Over the Hedge (2006)
A scheming raccoon fools a mismatched family of forest creatures into helping him repay a debt of food, by invading the new suburban sprawl that popped up while they were hibernating – and learns a lesson about family himself.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation & family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisVeggieTales: Minnesota Cuke and the Search for Noah's Umbrella (2009)
Minnesota Cuke is on the search for Noah's famous ark when he learns of a mysterious and powerful umbrella and a tricky villain who wants it for his own schemes. Will Minnesota have the confidence to face the challenge and keep searching or will all hopes of finding the ark be washed away for good?!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both family & animation
Digimon Adventure tri. Part 5: Coexistence (2017)
Meicoomon rampages after witnessing Meiko Mochizuki being injured by the man bearing Gennai's likeness. "It would have been better if you hadn't been born..." Meicoomon disappears into the Real World, which has since become distorted. Possessing overwhelming power, she's the key to the world's destruction.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation & family
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMr. Bean's Holiday (2007)
Mr. Bean wins a trip to Cannes where he unwittingly separates a young boy from his father and must help the two reunite. On the way he discovers France, bicycling and true love, among other things.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Return of the King (1980)
Two Hobbits struggle to destroy the Ring in Mount Doom while their friends desperately fight evil Lord Sauron's forces in a final battle.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both animation
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisEl casoplón 2 (2027)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both family
Coming SoonMovies like thisThe Princess Switch: Switched Again (2020)
When Duchess Margaret unexpectedly inherits the throne & hits a rough patch with Kevin, it’s up to Stacy to save the day before a new lookalike — party girl Fiona — foils their plans.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both family
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisEvan Almighty (2007)
God contacts Junior Congressman Evan Baxter and tells him to build an ark in preparation for a great flood.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both family
SnoozefestMovies like thisD3: The Mighty Ducks (1996)
The Ducks are offered scholarships at Eden Hall Academy but struggle with their new coach's methods and come under pressure from the board to retain their scholarships before their big game against the Varsity team.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both family
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Katy Meets the Aliens?
The closest matches to Katy Meets the Aliens are Return to Never Land (2002), The Land Before Time XI: Invasion of the Tinysauruses (2005) and Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast (2014). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Katy Meets the Aliens?
Start with Return to Never Land (2002), the closest match to Katy Meets the Aliens.
What is the highest-rated movie like Katy Meets the Aliens?
Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast (2014), rated 7.4/10 by 1,269 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Katy Meets the Aliens?
The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild (2022) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there Spanish movies like Katy Meets the Aliens?
Yes: El casoplón 2 (2027).
How are movies similar to Katy Meets the Aliens chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Katy Meets the Aliens, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.