What to watch with children: Top 20 cartoons

It is not true that cartoons are created exclusively for a children's audience. Modern animation can give a head start to full—length Hollywood blockbusters - masterfully constructed plots, realistic computer graphics, high-quality voice acting and charismatic characters. Cinemas gather millions of viewers for the next animated premiere, and among them there are no fewer adults than children. 

Also read: Top 20 Family MoviesWe have collected the top 20 cartoons of recent years with a high rating.

These are works that will be of interest to both adults and children. A great reason to arrange a family viewing. So, the top cartoons that are worth watching with children. 

1. "The Lion King"The picture of Jon Favreau does not turn the tongue to call a cartoon.

Ultramodern computer graphics create a unique atmosphere of the reality of what is happening. Animals look like animals, and the nature of the African savanna is striking in colors. The remake of the cartoon that we have loved since childhood predictably causes delight. This touching, fascinating and heroic story about Simba's struggle for his place in the pride will be remembered for a long time.

2. "Moana"The action of the cartoon takes place against the backdrop of the picturesque nature of Oceania.

The daughter of the leader — the young and brave Moana — goes on a sea voyage to finish the great work of her ancestors and return to the place of the magic stone — the heart of the goddess Te Fiti. This will help save the inhabitants of the island of Moana from imminent starvation, and it will bring her the glory of a brave navigator.

3. "Monsters on vacation"The three—part story about Count Dracula and his daughter Mavis is a completely new look at the familiar horror movie characters.

Dracula owns the Transylvania Hotel, around which the events of the first part develop. In the second, the main character becomes a grandfather, and in the third, he goes on a sea cruise and finds a girlfriend. Despite the fact that monsters perceive people as food, they have to find ways to peacefully coexist with them, because there is more at stake than just hunger - true love.

4. "Shrek"This is already a classic, which is included in the top cartoons.

Did you know that the popular saga of the green ogre Shrek consists of 9 films that are definitely worth watching every single one. After all, the adventures of the good-natured giant, his wife Fiona, puss in boots (by the way, there is a separate film of the same name about him) and the donkey can be watched endlessly.

5. "The Christmas Story"The plot of this animated drama is based on the story of Charles Dickens about the miserly old man Ebenezer Scrooge.

He never liked Christmas, was unsociable and spiteful. But certain events in his life forced him to change his attitude to love, friendship and compassion for other people. It is extremely interesting to observe these metamorphoses, because it is sometimes useful for each of us to analyze our past in order to avoid mistakes in the present and future.

6. "Kung Fu Panda"Don't know what to watch with the kids to cheer them up and yourself?

Here you are — an ideal option. The clumsy panda Po dreams of becoming a kung fu warrior. He gets a unique opportunity to study at the master's school and train with the strongest warriors. Will the Software be able to compete with them? The series consists of three cartoons with a dynamic plot and subtle humor. It will be especially interesting to watch for children who are fond of martial arts. 

7. "Toy Story"The boy Andy has a lot of toys.

Every time there are no people in his room, the toys come to life. They spend their days in carefree fun, but their biggest fear is the appearance of new pets. This means that some old toys will be thrown away, as often happens on the eve of a boy's birthday. The series consists of 9 cartoons with different timings. 

8. "City of Heroes"The story of the brilliant guy Hiro — the developer of unique robots — tells us about the confrontation between good and evil.

The insidious director of the corporation, Alistair Kray, offers Hiro to sell him an experimental robot, Beymax, created to provide medical care. The young inventor not only defeats the greedy villain, but also realizes his dream — to help people with the help of the latest technologies.

9. "Ratatouille"The cartoon has received recognition not only from millions of viewers, but also from film critics — this is evidenced by four Oscars, a Golden Globe and other high awards.

The plot of the picture develops around the rat Remy and his fascination with unusual combinations of food. For the sake of new tastes, he is even ready to risk his life. And Remy's goal is to demonstrate his culinary talents in the kitchen of one of the fashionable restaurants in the big city.

10. "Puzzle"There is a separate life going on in Riley's head — 5 emotions gather every morning to control the girl's emotional reactions.

Cheerful Joy, brooding Sadness, explosive Anger, as well as Disgust and Fear daily affect the state, thoughts and feelings of his mistress. To cope with moving from a quiet town to a metropolis, Joy decides to protect Riley from negative emotions. Will she cope with this difficult task?

11. "How to train a dragon"There is no daredevil in the world who can easily ride a ferocious dragon.

That's what people thought until the young warrior Hiccup appeared — the son of the chief of Berk Island. Once he shot down one of the dragons that bothered the locals, but showed mercy — cured the creature and made friends with him. The 10 films in the series tell about the amazing adventures that this unusual tandem of man and dragon experienced.

12. "Ice Age"The lone mammoth Manfred (Manny) sadly wanders through the vast expanses of glacier-covered lands.

His task is to go deep into the continent to escape from global warming and melting ice. During the journey, the mammoth meets the sloth Sid, who is a real magnet for all sorts of troubles. There is a long hike ahead, and nothing should distract friends from the goal. But a series of unforeseen events makes you linger — it is necessary to save the baby from saber-toothed tigers. In total, there are 9 films in the series, including a separate narrative about the eccentric squirrel Scrat. This work is mandatory in any top of the best cartoons. 

13. "Brave at heart"Merida is not exactly a typical princess.

Yes, she lives in a beautiful castle, her father is the king of Scotland, and her mother is looking for a worthy match among the sons of famous lords. But such a fate does not please a girl who is a great bow shooter, masterfully rides a horse and is eager for adventure. And Merida does find them by contacting a sorceress who casts a spell on her mother.

14. "Zveropolis"Animals reign in the fairy—tale city - they have mastered human professions and are coping well with their duties.

Rabbit Judith Hops dreams of becoming a policeman, but is afraid of the skepticism of others. She is given the most routine outfits so as not to bother with hard and dangerous work. But everything is far from what it seems — Judith gets involved in a dangerous story, and she can not do without the support of a small—time rogue fox Nick Wilde.

15. "Cold heart"This is probably the most colorful cartoon studio Walt Disney Pictures.

The plot centers on the sisters Anna and Elsa. One of them has a unique ability — to freeze everything she touches. This is both a reward and a curse at the same time. Will Elsa be able to cope with her magical gift, and Anna — not to turn away from her sister and melt her cold heart?

16. "Madagascar"A series of five cartoons "Madagascar" will tell us about the adventures of a crazy bunch of African animals — Alex the lion, Melman the giraffe, Marty the zebra and Gloria the hippopotamus.

They escaped from the New York Zoo to live in the wild and manage their time on their own. But they did not take into account that they will also have to get food and defend themselves from predators themselves. Separately, we advise you to watch the spin-off of the picture — "Penguins of Madagascar" — a flying cartoon that you will laugh at all evening.

17. "Despicable me"The ever—sullen Gru's life is fine-tuned to the smallest detail - he is a good citizen, but at the same time the owner of a whole factory of minions who help him in atrocities.

It so happened that three little girls fall under the care of Gru, who quickly change the life of the grumpy for the better. Over the course of three films, amazing metamorphoses occur with him — Gru finds a girlfriend, defeats the villains and finally switches to the bright side.

18. "Coco's Secret"Miguel lives in a small village in Mexico.

His parents are poor shoemakers, and the boy dreams of a better fate. His goal is to become a musician, but music is forbidden in the family. Where will Miguel's dreams and desire to do what he loves lead him? Let's say right away — to the Land of the Dead. How he got there and whether he can achieve what he wants with the help of long—gone ancestors - see in this incredibly colorful and musical cartoon.

19. "Rio"The clever parrot Golubchik is the last representative of the blue macaw species.

To get offspring, he goes to Rio de Janeiro in search of the only parrot in the world, the same as him. But the way to Rio is not as difficult as the way to the heart of the Pearl. Upon arrival, the Darling is waiting for dangerous adventures, which he easily overcomes with the help of faithful companions — Cardinal oatmeal Pedro and kenar Niko.

20. "The secret life of pets"Closes the top of the best cartoons, this cute trio.

If you think that in your absence pets are sleeping peacefully on the mat, waiting for the owners, then you are very mistaken. The fuzzies have their own busy life. The dog Max, who adores his mistress Katie, will tell us about how pets entertain themselves. One day another dog appears in their house — ill-mannered, lazy and arrogant. Will the dog make friends with an unexpected guest and will he be able to return to his former quiet life? In the second series of the cartoon, Max participates in a special operation to rescue a tiger cub from a traveling circus.