If you loved the vibrant, musical world of 'Trolls' (2016), you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 movies and shows that share the same colorful animation, catchy tunes, and heartwarming stories. Whether you're a fan of the Trolls' adventures or just looking for fun, family-friendly entertainment, these picks will keep you singing and smiling.

Shrek (2001)
Description: A fairy tale parody with irreverent humor and heart, featuring an unlikely hero and themes of acceptance and inner beauty.
Fact: Shrek was the first animated film to win the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. The character's design was based on a real-life French wrestler named Maurice Tillet.


Monsters, Inc. (2001)
Description: A creative fantasy comedy exploring the world of monsters, with themes of friendship, overcoming fears, and challenging societal norms.
Fact: The film's door chase sequence contains more doors than any other scene in cinema history. It was Pixar's fourth feature film and first to feature a fully furry main character.


Ice Age (2002)
Description: A prehistoric adventure comedy about an unlikely group of animals forming a family unit, with slapstick humor and emotional moments.
Fact: The iconic Scrat character was originally created for a commercial and later incorporated into the film. The movie's production took nearly four years to complete.


Madagascar (2005)
Description: A zany animal adventure featuring anthropomorphic characters discovering new environments, with physical comedy and themes of friendship.
Fact: The penguins were originally meant to be minor characters but became so popular they got their own spin-off. The film's dance sequence to 'Move It' became iconic.


Tangled (2010)
Description: A musical fairy tale with modern humor and stunning animation, focusing on self-discovery and breaking free from limitations.
Fact: Tangled was the most expensive animated film ever made at the time of its release. Rapunzel's hair contains over 100,000 individual strands in the animation.


The Croods (2013)
Description: A colorful prehistoric adventure comedy about a family learning to embrace change, with a strong focus on family bonds and personal growth.
Fact: The film was in development for over eight years before its release. It features one of the last film scores composed by Alan Silvestri before his work on Avengers: Endgame.


Despicable Me (2010)
Description: A heartwarming comedy about unlikely family bonds forming between a supervillain and orphaned girls, featuring quirky humor and memorable characters.
Fact: The iconic Minions were originally conceived as yellow jellybeans with goggles. The film's success launched a massive franchise including multiple sequels and spin-offs.


Rio (2011)
Description: A lively musical adventure set in Brazil featuring exotic birds, with themes of friendship, freedom, and embracing one's true nature.
Fact: The film's production involved extensive research trips to Rio de Janeiro to capture the city's vibrant colors and culture. It was the first Blue Sky Studios film to receive a sequel.


Frozen (2013)
Description: A musical fantasy celebrating sisterhood and self-acceptance, featuring magical elements, humor, and emotional depth.
Fact: The song 'Let It Go' was originally written as a villain song for Elsa. Frozen became the highest-grossing animated film of all time until surpassed by The Lion King remake.


Sing (2016)
Description: A vibrant animated musical featuring anthropomorphic animals, filled with humor, heart, and a celebration of music and self-expression.
Fact: The film features over 60 popular songs from various genres, making it a jukebox musical. It was a surprise box office hit, grossing over $600 million worldwide.
