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Movies like Only Child (1996)

The best movies like Only Child (1996) are Hawaiian Vacation (2011), Cars Toon Mater's Tall Tales (2008) and Minions & More Volume 1 (2022). If Only Child hooked you, these 20 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. Hawaiian Vacation (2011)

    The toys throw Ken and Barbie a Hawaiian vacation in Bonnie's room.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  2. Cars 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: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  3. Minions & More Volume 1 (2022)

    This collection of 10 short films produced by Illumination includes: From the "Despicable Me" franchise: Puppy (2013); Minion Scouts (2019); Training Wheels (2013); The Secret Life of Kyle (2017); Santa's Little Helpers (2019). From the "Grinch" franchise: The Dog Days of Winter (2019). From the "Secret Life of Pets" franchise: Norman Television (2016); Weenie (2016). From the "Sing" franchise: Love at First Sight (2017). From the "Lorax" franchise: Forces of Nature (2012).

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  4. Lamp 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: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  5. The Stunt Man (1980)

    A fugitive stumbles onto a movie set just when they need a new stunt man, takes the job as a way to hide out and falls for the leading lady while facing off with his manipulative director.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  6. Pixar 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: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  7. Marvel One-Shot: All Hail the King (2014)

    A documentary filmmaker interviews the now-famous Trevor Slattery from behind bars.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  8. Robin Robin (2021)

    A bird raised by mice begins to question where she belongs and sets off on a daring journey of self-discovery.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  9. Santa's Workshop (1932)

    Santa's little helpers must hurry to finish the toys before Christmas Day.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  10. No Time for Nuts (2006)

    Scrat comes across a time machine and is transported to various times all in pursuit of his beloved acorn.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  11. Terra das Canções de Ninar (1933)

    A baby is transported to Lullaby Land, where pacifiers grow on trees, diapers, bottles, and potty chairs march on parade, and the gingham dog comes to life. He wanders into the "keep out" cave, full of things like scissors, knives, and fountain pens that are not for baby and begins smashing watches with hammers and playing with giant matches. The matches chase after him; baby escapes by riding a bar of soap across a pond, but the smoke from the matches turns into boogey-men. The benevolent sandman, dressed as a wizard, spots baby hiding and works his magic, bringing us back to the real nursery.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  12. Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin (2024)

    Franklin is new to town and hoping to make friends, but his usual tactics don't work on the Peanuts gang. When the Soap Box Derby arrives, he's sure it's a chance to impress new pals and teams up with the only other unpartnered kid: Charlie Brown.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  13. Minions & More Volume 2 (2022)

    This collection of 11 short films produced by Illumination includes: From the "Despicable Me" franchise: Mower Minions (2016); Yellow Is the New Black (2018); Competition (2015); Cro Minion (2015); Binky Nelson Unpacified (2015); Panic in the Mailroom (2013). From the "Secret Life of Pets" franchise: Super Gidget (2019). From the "Sing" franchise: Eddie's Life Coach (2017); Gunter Babysits (2017). From the "Lorax" franchise: Serenade (2012); Wagon Ho! (2012).

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  14. Once Upon a Snowman (2020)

    The previously untold origins of Olaf, the innocent and insightful, summer-loving snowman are revealed as we follow Olaf’s first steps as he comes to life and searches for his identity in the snowy mountains outside Arendelle.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  15. Chickenhare and the Hamster of Darkness (2022)

    A brave young animal explorer teams up with two trusty friends to find a powerful artifact before his greedy uncle can get his paws on it.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  16. The Inseparables (2023)

    The animated buddy movie follows the misadventures of Don, a runaway puppet with boundless imaginations, and DJ Doggy Dog, an abandoned plush looking for a friend, who cross paths in Central Park and team up against all odds for a epic friendship adventure in New York.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  17. LEGO Marvel Avengers: Mission Demolition (2024)

    A young, aspiring hero and superhero fan inadvertently unleashes a powerful new villain looking to rid the world of the Avengers.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  18. Sufferin' Cats! (1943)

    Tom fights with another cat over Jerry.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  19. Mater and the Ghostlight (2006)

    Mater, the rusty but trusty tow truck from Cars, spends a day in Radiator Springs playing scary pranks on his fellow townsfolk. That night at Flo's V8 Café, the Sheriff tells the story of the legend of the Ghostlight, and as everyone races home Mater is left alone primed for a good old-fashioned scare.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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  20. LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League - Attack of the Legion of Doom! (2015)

    Crime is on the run as the newly formed Justice League keeps Metropolis safe and this makes evil genius Lex Luthor very unhappy. Together with Black Manta, Sinestro and a gang of ruthless recruits, Lex builds his own league and declares them the Legion of Doom. With this super powered team of terror and a plan to attack the top-secret government site, Area 52, can Lex finally be on the verge of victory? Sound the alarm and get ready for the bricks to fly when Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and the rest of the Justice League face off against the world's greatest Super-Villains! It's the next all-new original movie from LEGO® and DC Comics.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like Only Child?

The closest matches to Only Child are Hawaiian Vacation (2011), Cars Toon Mater's Tall Tales (2008) and Minions & More Volume 1 (2022). Below are 17 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Only Child?

Start with Hawaiian Vacation (2011), the closest match to Only Child.

What is the highest-rated movie like Only Child?

No Time for Nuts (2006), rated 7.4/10 by 221 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like Only Child?

LEGO Marvel Avengers: Mission Demolition (2024) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like Only Child?

Yes: Hawaiian Vacation (2011), Cars Toon Mater's Tall Tales (2008) and Minions & More Volume 1 (2022).

How are movies similar to Only Child chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Only Child, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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