Top 15 Animated Movies for Learning English Effectively

Finding Nemo is an American animated film released in 2003. Written by Andrew Stanton and directed by Stanton and Lee Unkrich, the film was co-produced by Walt Disney and Pixar.

As you watch the movie, you'll be drawn into an exciting journey, listening to familiar dialogues and learning English vocabulary related to the ocean world.

In Finding Nemo, life along the Coral Reef presents numerous dangers for fish. Marlin, a widowed father, constantly worries about his only son, Nemo. On his first day at school, Nemo ignores his father's advice and swims off to explore a boat, only to be captured by a diver before Marlin can intervene.

The amusing and heartwarming adventures of the clownfish make the film enjoyable, allowing you to watch it without realizing you’re learning English.

Beauty and the Beast is a 1991 American animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. It is Disney's 30th animated feature and the third film released during the Disney Renaissance period. The film is based on the fairy tale by French author Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont and also inspired by the 1946 French film directed by Jean Cocteau.

The story of "Beauty and the Beast" revolves around Belle, an intelligent and hardworking young woman. Belle replaces her father as a prisoner in the Beast's castle, but she eventually discovers that the Beast is actually a prince, and she falls in love with him. When Gaston learns of Belle’s feelings for the Beast, he leads an angry mob to kill him. In the end, Belle's true love helps break the curse, returning the Beast to his human form.

Frozen is a 2013 American 3D animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. It is Disney’s 53rd animated feature, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale "The Snow Queen".

The story follows Queen Elsa, who accidentally uses her powers to turn everything into ice, cursing her kingdom with eternal winter. Her sister Anna teams up with a mountain man, his mischievous reindeer, and a snowman to change the weather conditions. The film was a major success due to its impressive combination of animation, music, and high-quality 3D effects.

Frozen II, a 2019 3D animated musical fantasy film by Walt Disney Animation Studios, is the sequel to the 2013 film. After the events of the first film, Elsa continues to rule the kingdom of Arendelle with her sister Anna. The sisters, along with Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven, embark on a journey deep into the forest, beyond Arendelle, to uncover the truth behind an ancient mystery in their kingdom.

With its clear dialogue and moderate pacing, this movie provides great support for self-learning English. The captivating soundtrack ensures that viewers will hum along to its catchy English tunes. Enjoy the film and learn English through it!

A delightful film from DreamWorks. Right after Kermit the Frog, the character Shrek became one of the most famous green figures. The humorous and lively situations in the film inspire children to learn English through animated movies.

Shrek is a 3D animated film released by DreamWorks Animation in 2001, based on a 1990 fairy tale comic called Shrek! by William Steig. It was the first animated film to win the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, a category introduced in 2001.

This fascinating movie from DreamWorks quickly made Shrek, second only to Kermit the Frog, the most famous green character. The funny and entertaining moments in the film serve as an inspiration for learning English through animated movies, helping you fall in love with learning.

Aladdin and the Magic Lamp (English title: Aladdin) is an animated film by Walt Disney released in 1992, inspired by the fairy tale Aladdin and the Magic Lamp. The movie tells the story of a young man named Aladdin, who accidentally discovers a magical lamp. With the assistance of a humorous and lively genie, Aladdin, a wandering orphan, achieves everything he dreams of, including riches and winning the heart of a beautiful princess.

Aladdin's success owes much to the voice acting of Robin Williams, whose portrayal of the playful and lovable genie captured the audience's hearts even more than Aladdin himself. Each time the genie appeared, he overshadowed every other character with his comedic magic.

This film is an excellent choice for learning English due to its engaging plot, relatable language, and the iconic song "A Whole New World," recognized as one of Disney's best songs. It turns learning into an entertaining experience.

Tangled (English title: Tangled) is a 3D animated musical and adventure film from the United States, released in 2010. It was produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures. The film is primarily based on the German fairy tale 'Rapunzel' from the Brothers Grimm's collection of fairy tales.

The story follows a princess with magical long hair who has been hidden away for years and dreams of escaping her secluded tower. Defying her mother's wishes, she joins forces with a thief to explore a world she has never seen. Tangled won several awards, including Best Original Song at the 83rd Academy Awards for the song 'I See the Light.' The film was released on Blu-ray and DVD on March 29, 2011, and a sequel, Tangled Ever After, premiered in 2012.

Learning English through animated films can be most effective when using both the English and Vietnamese subtitles (displayed side by side). This method helps to accumulate vocabulary, understand meanings accurately, and enhance listening skills. With its fantastic soundtrack and stunning animation, Tangled is a great film to help you improve your English vocabulary.

The Simpsons (Vietnamese title: Gia đình Simpson) is a renowned animated sitcom from the United States, one of the longest-running TV shows in history, which premiered on December 17, 1989, on the Fox Network and continues to this day. As of now, the show has aired over 650 episodes.

Although it's an animated program, The Simpsons satirizes many aspects of life, particularly the lifestyle of the working and middle classes in America, American culture, and society in general. It has been broadcast in numerous countries worldwide, dubbed into various languages, and is regarded as one of the most influential and widely exported pieces of American pop culture.

The series revolves around a middle-class family in a fictional town called Springfield. The Simpsons often tackles issues related to American culture and social life, presenting them through a humorous, satirical lens. It is one of the most successful adult animated series in the U.S., widely considered one of the greatest television works of all time.

The show features numerous everyday conversations among characters dealing with life's issues, which will help you improve your vocabulary and communication skills. By watching this series, you can significantly expand your English vocabulary, especially with commonly used phrases and expressions for daily situations.

Brave (original title: Brave) is a 2012 animated fantasy film from the United States, produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The story, created by screenwriter/director Brenda Chapman, is inspired by the relationship between herself and her daughter.

Set in the Scottish Highlands, the film tells the story of a princess named Merida, who accidentally causes chaos in her kingdom by opposing an arranged marriage, a long-standing tradition among the clans. After consulting a witch, Merida unintentionally transforms her mother into a bear and must undo the curse before it's too late.

Brave won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film, as well as the BAFTA Award for Best Animated Film, among many other accolades. It is an excellent movie for learning English while also gaining inspiration from the brave, talented, and intelligent princess Merida.

Cinderella (English title: Cinderella, French title: Cendrillon) is the 12th animated feature from Walt Disney Pictures, released in 1950. The film is based on the 1982 version of the classic fairy tale, which itself was adapted from the 1967 Brothers Grimm version of the story.

Cinderella marked a major success for Disney in animation, helping the studio enter its golden age, with expanded production techniques that had begun in the 1940s. The movie is also considered one of the key icons of Walt Disney's legacy.

The film's storyline is so familiar to most people, as it is tied to childhood memories, making it easy to memorize the dialogues. You can follow along by reading the text, and after watching the movie, try dubbing the voices yourself for an effective language-learning experience.