Top 11 Most Popular Animated Movies

Pokémon, short for Pocket Monsters, is a popular anime series that began airing in Japan on April 1, 1997, on TV Tokyo. It is part of the larger Pokémon media franchise, which is based on the Pokémon video game series created by The Pokémon Company. The show has been divided into multiple seasons and adaptations, with six main story arcs corresponding to different video game versions: Original, Advanced Generation, Diamond & Pearl, Best Wishes!, XY, and the latest, Sun & Moon. Internationally, these seasons were condensed into 22 seasons. The first four seasons used cel animation, while the fifth season switched to digital animation. The story unfolds in a fictional universe inhabited by creatures known as Pokémon, who possess supernatural abilities. Pokémon trainers train their creatures to fight in competitive battles, which resemble sports tournaments. The protagonist, Ash Ketchum, travels the world with his first Pokémon, Pikachu, aiming to become the Pokémon Master. Along his journey, Ash encounters new friends and faces challenges across various regions. The Pokémon anime is credited with popularizing anime worldwide, especially in the United States, where two of the highest-grossing animated films are Pokémon-related. The show has aired in over 124 countries and has become one of the longest-running anime series, with over 1,000 episodes. Pokémon is also one of the most-watched shows on Netflix since 2016.

DETAILS:

• Country: Japan
• Genre: Anime, Fantasy
• Language: Japanese
• Creator: Satoshi Tajiri
• Link to watch: https://kids.pops.vn/playlist/pokemon-s1-5d7753cae648f5020183eedb

Frozen is a 2013 American animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. It is the 53rd feature film in the Walt Disney Animated Classics series. Based on Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale 'The Snow Queen,' the film follows a brave princess on a perilous journey with a rugged mountain man, his loyal reindeer, and a jolly snowman, in search of her estranged sister, a queen with the power to summon eternal winter, plunging their kingdom into an endless winter. After several story revisions over the years, the film was finally greenlit for production in 2011 with a script by Jennifer Lee and direction by Chris Buck and Lee. The cast features Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad, and Santino Fontana, with a musical score by Christophe Beck and songs by Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez. Frozen premiered at the El Capitan Theatre on November 19, 2013, and was released worldwide on November 27. The film received widespread critical acclaim, with some considering it the best animated musical since Disney's renaissance era. It was also a massive commercial success, grossing over $1.2 billion globally, including $400 million in the U.S. and Canada and $240 million in Japan.

DETAILS:

• Country: United States
• Genre: Animation, Musical
• Language: English
• Production Studio: Walt Disney Pictures, Walt Disney Animation Studios
• Link to watch: https://phephims.net/phim/nu-hoang-bang-gia-d4u-559/xem-phim.html

The Lion King, released in 1994, is set in the African savannah and depicts a highly organized animal society. In this world, conflicts, rivalries, and love exist just like in human society. The story centers around Simba, the young lion cub and heir to the throne of the animal kingdom ruled by his father, Mufasa. Simba's peaceful life with his parents and his friend Nala is shattered when his uncle, Scar, plots to seize the throne. The film follows Simba’s quest to reclaim his kingdom from Scar and his hyena henchmen. After numerous battles, Simba and his friends emerge victorious, restoring peace and harmony to the land, where the animals sing, rivers flow, trees grow lush, and sunlight shines once more.

DETAILS:

• Country: United States
• Genre: Animation, Musical
• Language: English
• Production Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
• Film Link: https://xemphim.app/play/704387736360990492/vua-su-tu-thuyet-minh-2019.html

Minions is a 3D animated comedy film produced by Illumination Entertainment and based on the 'Despicable Me' series (2010 and 2013). Directed by Pierre Coffin and Kyle Balda, it tells the story of the small, yellow, one-celled creatures known as Minions who have evolved over time, always serving the most villainous masters. However, their masters, from dinosaurs to Napoleon, keep disappearing, leaving the Minions without purpose. Eventually, they fall into despair. But one Minion, Kevin, devises a plan. Along with the rebellious Stuart and the adorable Bob, they embark on a journey to find a new master. Their adventure takes them from the icy cold of Antarctica to New York in the 1960s, and finally to London, where they must face their greatest challenge yet: saving their kind from total destruction. The Minions are now beloved by children worldwide.

DETAILS:

• Country: United States
• Genre: 3D Animated Comedy
• Language: English, Spanish
• Production Studio: Illumination Entertainment
• Film Link: https://phephims.net/phim/minions-757/xem-phim.html

Dragon Ball is a manga series with 42 volumes created by Akira Toriyama. The franchise includes three manga series, 17 animated films, three television specials, one handheld video game, and numerous video games. The story follows Goku, a young boy with a monkey tail, who teams up with Bulma to search for the seven Dragon Balls. These magical orbs are capable of summoning a dragon that grants wishes to whoever collects them. Along the way, Goku and Bulma encounter legendary fighters, demons, and make new friends. They also compete in the World Martial Arts Tournament, facing numerous challenges and honing their martial arts skills.

DETAILS:

• Country: Japan
• Genre: Martial Arts, Science Fiction
• Language: Japanese
• Author: Akira Toriyama
• Film Link: https://kids.pops.vn/series/bay-vien-ngoc-rong-5d89e963fe37fd003b69f83e

Ice Age, released in 2002, is a computer-animated film produced by Blue Sky Studios and 20th Century Fox. Directed by Carlos Saldanha and Chris Wedge, the movie features the voices of Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, and Denis Leary. It was even nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 75th Academy Awards. The film was well-received by both critics and audiences, kicking off the Ice Age franchise, which by 2016 had released five installments. The subsequent films are Ice Age 2: The Meltdown, Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, Ice Age 4: Continental Drift, and Ice Age 5: Collision Course.

The plot of the first movie takes place during the transition into the Ice Age. As animals seek warmth, Manny the mammoth, Sid the sloth, and Diego the saber-toothed tiger embark on a journey to return a lost human baby to its family. However, Diego has ulterior motives, as he is tasked with capturing the child for the villainous Soto. Over the course of their adventure, the three unlikely companions develop a deep friendship and ultimately fight back against the treacherous tigers.

DETAILS:

• Country: USA
• Genre: Comedy, Adventure
• Language: English
• Director: Mike Thurmeier
• Link to Movie: https://phephims.net/phim/ky-bang-ha-troi-sap-2181/xem-phim.html

Tom and Jerry is a classic American animated series created in 1940 by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera. The show, originally produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, is known for its 161 theatrical shorts and centers on the ongoing rivalry between the cat, Tom, and the mouse, Jerry.

Each episode showcases the endless chase between the clever and resourceful mouse, Jerry, and the not-so-bright but determined cat, Tom. Despite Tom’s best efforts, Jerry often outsmarts him, leading to a series of comical and action-packed scenarios. This animated series has remained popular across generations, captivating both children and adults with its humor and timeless antics.

DETAILS:

• Country: USA
• Genre: Animated, Comedy
• Language: English
• Voice Actors: Harry E. Lang, Clarence Nash, Lillian Randolph, Billy Bletcher, Daws Butler, Mel Blanc, Allen Swift, June Foray
• Link to Movie: https://kids.pops.vn/playlist/tom-va-jerry-5e81844d6b9cb50035237878?&thumbnailType=horizontal_medium

Doraemon is a beloved animated series adapted from the manga of the same name by Fujiko F. Fujio. The series originally aired in 1973 on Nippon TV and continued with TV Asahi from 1979. With over 1,950 episodes across three distinct airing periods, it has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. Set in a small neighborhood in Tokyo, the show portrays the friendship between Doraemon, Nobita, Shizuka, Jaian, and Suneo, as well as their interactions with family and pets. A significant feature of the show is its incorporation of science fiction elements, often through Doraemon’s futuristic gadgets, which inspire curiosity and excitement about science in young viewers.

In addition to the regular short episodes, the show also features annual full-length films, starting in 1980 (except for 2005). Unlike the lighthearted short films, the feature films tend to delve into adventurous themes, where the characters embark on daring journeys to strange and perilous lands. These films often highlight teamwork and friendship as they face various challenges together. Doraemon has been widely praised by critics and audiences and is broadcast in several countries, including Vietnam. The franchise has expanded to video games and a 2008 musical adaptation. The stories in Doraemon are simple, humorous, and optimistic, often portraying a bright future shaped by scientific progress.

DETAILS:

• Country: Japan
• Genre: Adventure, School, Romance, Sci-Fi
• Language: Japanese
• Author: FUJIKO F. Fujio
• Link to Movie: https://kids.pops.vn/search/doraemon

When it comes to Detective Conan, everyone knows about the brilliant young boy with an extraordinary ability to solve crimes and his remarkable intelligence. Detective Conan is an animated series adapted from the original manga, which was first released on January 19, 1994.

The story revolves around 17-year-old high school student Shinichi Kudo, who is transformed into a young boy, Conan Edogawa. In the earlier episodes, Shinichi is depicted as an exceptional school detective. To protect himself from a dangerous organization known as the Black Organization, Conan decides to stay with Ran and her father, Kogoro Mori, a rather ineffective detective. Together, they solve numerous murder mysteries. The series continues to release new episodes, so stay tuned for more thrilling adventures.

DETAILS:

• Country: Japan
• Genre: Mystery, Detective
• Language: Japanese
• Author: Aoyama Gōshō
• Link to Movie: https://pops.vn/series/tham-tu-lung-danh-conan-5e857135574ebb00334427a2