If you loved the prehistoric adventures and family-friendly humor of Ice Age: Collision Course (2016), you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that capture the same fun, heartwarming, and action-packed spirit. Whether you're a fan of animated comedies or epic animal journeys, these picks will keep you entertained.

Monsters, Inc. (2001)
Description: A heartwarming and imaginative animated story about unlikely friendships and overcoming fears, set in a creatively designed world of monsters.
Fact: The film pioneered new animation techniques, particularly for rendering fur and cloth. It was originally conceived as a much darker story about adults terrified of children.


Finding Nemo (2003)
Description: A touching and adventurous animated tale about a father's journey across the ocean to reunite with his son, filled with memorable characters and stunning underwater visuals.
Fact: The film's animators took scuba diving lessons to better understand underwater movement and lighting. It was the highest-grossing animated film at the time of its release.


Over the Hedge (2006)
Description: A humorous and lighthearted animated story about a group of animals navigating human-dominated environments, focusing on teamwork and clever problem-solving.
Fact: The film is based on a comic strip of the same name. The voice cast includes several well-known actors, but the animation style was deliberately kept simple to stay true to the comic's roots.


Madagascar (2005)
Description: A fun-filled animated adventure featuring a group of animals who find themselves in unfamiliar territory, relying on each other to survive and adapt to new challenges.
Fact: The film's iconic 'I Like to Move It' song became a cultural phenomenon. The animators studied real animals at the Central Park Zoo to ensure their movements were authentic.


Kung Fu Panda (2008)
Description: An action-packed animated film with a mix of humor and heart, following an unlikely hero who must embrace his destiny and work with others to save his world.
Fact: The animators trained in martial arts to accurately depict the fight scenes. The film's success led to multiple sequels and a TV series.


The Croods (2013)
Description: A family-oriented animated adventure featuring prehistoric creatures and a journey through a changing world, blending humor with themes of survival and adaptation.
Fact: The film was in development for over eight years and was originally conceived as a much darker story. It features unique creature designs inspired by real prehistoric animals but with a fantastical twist.


Epic (2013)
Description: A fantastical animated adventure set in a hidden world of tiny warriors, blending action, humor, and a strong environmental message.
Fact: The film is based on the book 'The Leaf Men and the Brave Good Bugs' by William Joyce. The animation team used advanced techniques to create the lush, detailed forest environments.


Rio (2011)
Description: A vibrant animated film centered around animals, with a strong emphasis on adventure, friendship, and overcoming challenges in a colorful, dynamic world.
Fact: The movie's animation team traveled to Rio de Janeiro to capture the city's essence, resulting in highly detailed and authentic backgrounds. The film's soundtrack includes contributions from famous Brazilian artists.


The Good Dinosaur (2015)
Description: A visually stunning animated film that explores a world where dinosaurs never went extinct, focusing on themes of courage, family, and survival in a wild landscape.
Fact: The film's production faced significant delays due to story changes and leadership shifts. The backgrounds were rendered with hyper-realistic detail to contrast with the more cartoonish characters.


Zootopia (2016)
Description: A clever and visually stunning animated movie that explores themes of diversity and cooperation through a bustling city inhabited by anthropomorphic animals.
Fact: The film's creators conducted extensive research on animal behavior and habitats to design the different districts of Zootopia. It won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
