10 Best Animated Shows & Movies for Kids You Can Stream on Netflix Right Now
There's something for every kid, from fun animated series to inspiring full-length movies.
Netflix offers a wide variety of animated shows and movies that entertain children and teach valuable lessons.
With bright animation, exciting plots, and kind characters, these movies and series are the perfect picks for young viewers. We have carefully chosen ten best animated projects currently available for streaming.
1. 'Hilda', 2018-2023
IMDb Score: 8.6/10
Age Rating: 6+
Hilda is an eleven-year-old girl who lives in a hut on the outskirts of Trolberg, a town surrounded by a forest. One day, she and her friends embark on an exciting journey. Along the way, Hilda encounters various mystical characters, from strange animals to spirits that inhabit the forest.
This calm and melancholic series is suitable for viewers of any age. It is especially recommended for fans of mythological creatures and unconventional interpretations of them.
2. 'Arlo the Alligator Boy', 2021
IMDb Score: 6.4/10
Age Rating: 8+
A young alligator travels to the big city to reunite with his father. Many adventures await him, and he learns that his appearance should not prevent him from communicating with others.
Ryan Crego has worked on popular projects such as Puss in Boots and Kung Fu Panda, but Arlo the Alligator Boy showcases the author in a new light. The result is an endearing animation about timeless values and self-acceptance.
3. 'The Mitchells vs The Machines', 2021
IMDb Score: 7.6/10
Age Rating: 8+
The lives of an ordinary family are turned upside down when a robot uprising begins. The Mitchells must save themselves and all of humanity. Along the way, they manage to resolve their personal disputes.
Mike Rianda, who worked on the first season of Gravity Falls, wrote and directed the project. It's no surprise that The Mitchells vs the Machines turned out to be a great movie for the whole family.
4. 'Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia', 2016-2018
IMDb Score: 8.4/10
Age Rating: 7+
On his way to school, fifteen-year-old Jim Lake, Jr. learns about the existence of another world – the underground kingdom of trolls – which opens up to him.
He accidentally becomes involved in a battle between good and evil. Now, Jim must lead a normal life while protecting his home from villains.
5. 'Vivo', 2021
IMDb Score: 6.7/10
Age Rating: 6+
Vivo embarks on an extraordinary journey to perform a song for Marta. Along the way, he seizes every opportunity to bring joy to strangers through music.
Vivo is an exemplary children's musical. The plot and characters are simple and conventional, and the focus is on the animation and songs. This Netflix animation will definitely appeal to the youngest viewers.
6. 'Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts', 2020
IMDb Score: 8.3/10
Age Rating: 7+
The events of the series unfold in the year 2200 and follow a girl who must survive in a post-apocalyptic world. Having lived underground since birth, she rises above and begins to study the mutated flora and fauna.
The series is based on the webcomic Kipo, created by Radford Sechrist in 2015. Production began in 2016 and was completed only three years later. Fans of classic science fiction will definitely enjoy this series.
7. 'Klaus', 2019
IMDb Score: 8.2/10
Age Rating: 6+
Jesper is sent to the Far North to open a post office. His task is complicated not only by his clumsiness, but also by the war between two clans in the area. After nearly failing, Jesper meets the forest hermit Klaus, which changes his life dramatically.
Klaus won several awards, the most notable being an Oscar nomination. This touching story was loved by viewers of all ages.
8. 'Wish Dragon', 2021
IMDb Score: 7.2/10
Age Rating: 8+
An ordinary boy accidentally releases a dragon that grants wishes. A complicated relationship develops between them because the dragon has been imprisoned for many years and is unaware of how the world has changed. Despite their differences, they help each other, even in the face of danger.
Wish Dragon is a charming retelling of the genie-in-a-bottle story with an Asian twist. The result is a colorful animation that children will love.
9. 'She-Ra and the Princess of Power', 2018-2020
IMDb Score: 8.1/10
Age Rating: 8+
The action takes place in a distant universe on the planet Etheria. Adora, a sixteen-year-old orphan, is one of the Horde's best soldiers. The Horde is led by the tyrant Hordak.
Due to her talent, Adora was the top candidate for captain. Her mission is to destroy the rebels of the great rebellion, led by the Princess Alliance. During the mission, Adora finds a magic sword that transforms her into the powerful warrior She-Ra.
The princesses tell her of a prophecy: one day, Etheria will be saved by a great heroine.
10. 'Carmen Sandiego', 2019-2021
IMDb Score: 7.9/10
Age Rating: 7+
Carmen Sandiego is a modern-day Robin Hood. She steals valuables from an international league of villains called V.I.L.E. and returns them to their rightful owners.
The whole world considers her a criminal, but no one knows that she grew up in V.I.L.E. Now, she is trying to stop them.
From the very first episode, Carmen Sandiego resembles Dora the Explorer for older kids. Children will learn many amusing and informative facts, such as what the equator is and how much rice Indonesia grows per year.
