Best Animated Movies: Creative, Visually Stunning, for All Ages on Netflix

Looking for great Animation movies on Netflix? This page combines curated Animation picks with what Netflix actually has to offer – filtering out the filler on both sides. Use the genre filter to explore further.





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Das wandelnde Schloss

2004
119 Min
MOVIE
FantasyAnimationAdventure
Sophie, a young milliner, is turned into an elderly woman by a witch who enters her shop and curses her. She encounters a wizard named Howl and gets caught up in his resistance to fighting for the king.
Available on: Netflix

千と千尋の神隠し

2001
125 Min
MOVIE
AnimationFamilyFantasy
A young girl, Chihiro, becomes trapped in a strange new world of spirits. When her parents undergo a mysterious transformation, she must call upon the courage she never knew she had to free her family.
Available on: Netflix

もののけ姫

1997
134 Min
MOVIE
AdventureFantasyAnimation
Ashitaka, a prince of the disappearing Emishi people, is cursed by a demonized boar god and must journey to the west to find a cure. Along the way, he encounters San, a young human woman fighting to protect the forest, and Lady Eboshi, who…
Available on: Netflix

Mein Nachbar Totoro

1988
86 Min
MOVIE
FantasyAnimationFamily
Two sisters move to the country with their father in order to be closer to their hospitalized mother, and discover the surrounding trees are inhabited by Totoros, magical spirits of the forest. When the youngest runs away from home, the ol…
Available on: Netflix

FAQ

How are these Animation picks selected on Netflix?

Each pick on this page is curated based on community ratings, professional reception and lasting relevance. We focus on films that hold up over time rather than chasing every new release.

Can I filter Animation on Netflix by streaming service?

Yes — use the streaming filter at the top of the page to narrow down to Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Sky, Paramount+, HBO Max, Apple TV+, Magenta TV or freevee. Availability is updated regularly.

Are these recommendations updated for 2026?

Yes. The list reflects current availability and ratings. New films are added when they meet the quality threshold; older entries stay listed when they remain genuinely worth watching.

What makes a Animation good for Netflix?

We only list films that are actually streamable on Netflix for users in your region. The streaming filter respects current licensing — when a title leaves the platform, it's removed from the list.

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