If you loved the hilarious and action-packed adventure of 'The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature' (2017), you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that capture the same fun, mischief, and heartwarming moments. Whether you're a fan of animated animal antics or family-friendly comedies, these picks will keep you entertained.

Chicken Run (2000)
Description: A stop-motion animated comedy about a group of chickens plotting their escape from a farm, blending humor with themes of freedom and ingenuity.
Fact: It was the highest-grossing stop-motion animated film until Coraline (2009). The film pays homage to classic prison escape movies like The Great Escape.


Ice Age (2002)
Description: A prehistoric animated adventure centered around a group of animals working together, combining humor with themes of survival and unlikely friendships.
Fact: Scrat, the saber-toothed squirrel, became an iconic character despite having no dialogue. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.


Over the Hedge (2006)
Description: This animated film features a group of animals navigating human-dominated environments, blending humor with themes of survival and teamwork.
Fact: The movie is based on a comic strip of the same name by Michael Fry and T. Lewis. Bruce Willis voiced the main character, RJ the raccoon.


Madagascar (2005)
Description: A lively animated adventure following zoo animals as they explore the wild, filled with humor and themes of friendship and self-discovery.
Fact: The penguins, originally minor characters, became so popular they got their own spin-off series. The film's soundtrack features the hit song 'I Like to Move It.'


Ratatouille (2007)
Description: A heartwarming tale of an unlikely hero—a rat with culinary dreams—showcasing themes of perseverance and following one's passion.
Fact: The film's kitchen scenes were meticulously researched, with animators even attending cooking school. It won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.


Open Season (2006)
Description: A comedic animated film about a domesticated bear adjusting to life in the wild, highlighting themes of friendship and survival.
Fact: It was Sony Pictures Animation's first fully animated feature. The film spawned several direct-to-video sequels and a TV series.


The Wild (2006)
Description: An animated adventure where zoo animals venture into the wild, filled with humor and themes of teamwork and finding one's way home.
Fact: The film was originally developed as a sequel to Madagascar but became a standalone project. It features voice work from notable actors like Kiefer Sutherland.


Rio (2011)
Description: A colorful animated film about a domesticated bird's journey to the wild, blending adventure with themes of freedom and self-discovery.
Fact: The film's vibrant animation was inspired by the real-life Rio de Janeiro Carnival. It features a soundtrack with Brazilian music influences.


The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
Description: A lighthearted animated adventure that explores the lives of pets when their owners are away, filled with humor and camaraderie among animals.
Fact: The film was inspired by the creator's curiosity about what pets do when left alone. It became the highest-grossing original animated film at the time of its release.


Zootopia (2016)
Description: A vibrant animated world where animals live in a human-like society, tackling themes of diversity and cooperation through a fun, adventurous storyline.
Fact: Zootopia won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. The city's design was inspired by real-world locations like New York and Sydney.
