Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio List
- The Shape of Water - Like Pinocchio, it explores themes of acceptance, love, and the otherness, told through magical realism.
- Pan's Labyrinth - Similar dark fairy tale elements and delves into the world of myth amidst a tragic backdrop.
- Coraline - A dark adaptation of a children's story that explores themes of identity and longing.
- The BFG - Features a whimsical adventure with a darker undertone, exploring friendship and family.
- The Nightmare Before Christmas - Combines dark themes with a rich visual style similar to del Toro's work.
- Edward Scissorhands - A story of a unique character navigating societal misunderstanding, similar in tone to Pinocchio.
- Frankenweenie - A blend of whimsy and dark themes, focusing on the relationship between a boy and his creations.
- A Monster Calls - Explores the journey of a young boy dealing with grief, blending fantasy with reality.
- The Tale of the Princess Kaguya - A beautiful animated film that explores themes of humanity and existence with a fairy tale aspect.
- The Secret of Kells - Similar artistic style and focus on mythology, telling an enchanting story of adventure.
- Spirited Away - A rich fantasy world with deep emotional themes and quirky characters, much like Pinocchio.
- Monster House - A children's horror story that captures dark themes and the adventure of childhood.
- The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth - An adventurous and whimsical take on childhood themes, although light-hearted.
- Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory - Explores whimsical yet darker themes of greed and desire, echoing Pinocchio's morals.
- The Iron Giant - A story about friendship and acceptance, mixing heartwarming themes with a unique animation style.
- Inside Out - Explores complex emotions and identity in a creative way, touching on similar themes.
- The Wind Rises - Beautiful animation, emphasizing personal dreams against societal pressures and conflicts.
- Soul - Focuses on self-discovery and purpose, utilizing a vibrant and imaginative setting.
- The Little Prince - An adaptation of a classic tale with deep philosophical themes about childhood and growth.
- Coco - Emphasizes themes of family and the human experience through visually stunning animation.
- Brave - A coming-of-age story with strong themes of family and individuality, told through a fantastical lens.
- The Boxtrolls - Combines whimsy with dark themes in a unique animated style that appeals to both children and adults.
- The Spiderwick Chronicles - A fantastical adventure with elements of fantasy, danger, and self-discovery.
- The Golden Compass - Involves parallel worlds and adventure, with mature themes hidden within a young adult narrative.
- Mary and Max - A darkly comedic tale of friendship and connection, showcasing unique animation and storytelling.
- The Box Trolls - Another stop-motion film that incorporates darker themes into a playful narrative.
- Hotel Transylvania - Offers family-friendly humor while introducing unique characters with emotional depth.
- Kubo and the Two Strings - Combines beautiful visuals with deep storytelling focus on family and mythology.
- The Breadwinner - Animated film touching on identity and family against a backdrop of struggle and resilience.
- Fantastic Mr. Fox - Witty and stylish with a unique form of storytelling that leverages dark humor.
- Big Fish - A fantastical story emphasizing a father-son relationship, blending reality with whimsical storytelling.
- Where the Wild Things Are - Explores children's views of emotions and imaginative worlds, paralleling themes present in Pinocchio.
- The Fox and the Hound - Themes of friendship and societal divides echo the emotional narrative found in Pinocchio.
- The Land Before Time - Focuses on friendship and adventure with an emotional core akin to Pinocchio's journey.
- My Neighbor Totoro - Infuses magic and elements of family dynamics in a fantasy setting, appealing to a range of audiences.
- Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure - Combines adventure with a sense of personal growth and whimsical comedic elements.
- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe - Fantasy adventure grounded in themes of hope, courage, and self-discovery.
- Trollhunters - A fantastical animated series by Guillermo del Toro, focusing on adventure, friendship, and heroism.
- The Book of Life - Richly animated with themes of love, identity, and traditions, mirroring the heartfelt storytelling of Pinocchio.
Last updated: 2024-09-23 15:22:55
Type
Movies, TV Series
Genre
All
SubGenres
All
Country
All
Year
All
Sort
Last Updated
Order
Desc
| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 451038 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 2 |
|
2006 | Mexico | Fantasy | 708164 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 3 |
|
2009 | United States of America | Animation | 268050 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 4 |
|
2016 | India | Adventure | 94148 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 5 | 1993 | United States of America | Animation | 378685 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | PG | |
| 6 |
|
1990 | United States of America | Drama | 529397 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 7 |
|
2012 | United States of America | Animation | 118177 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 8 |
|
2016 | Spain | Adventure | 94537 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 9 |
|
2013 | Japan | Animation | 55200 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 10 |
|
2009 | Belgium | Animation | 38613 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 11 |
|
2001 | Japan | Adventure | 864704 | 8.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
|
2006 | United States of America | Animation | 140723 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 13 | 1971 | United States of America | Adventure | 230211 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | G | |
| 14 |
|
1999 | United States of America | Action | 231684 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 15 |
|
2015 | United States of America | Adventure | 819095 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 16 |
|
2013 | Japan | Animation | 100848 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 17 |
|
2020 | United States of America | Adventure | 387856 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 18 |
|
2015 | France | Adventure | 67158 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 19 |
|
2017 | United States of America | Adventure | 605600 | 8.4 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 20 |
|
2012 | United States of America | Animation | 447689 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 21 |
|
2014 | United States of America | Animation | 62004 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 22 |
|
2008 | United States of America | Family | 103712 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 23 |
|
2007 | United Kingdom | Adventure | 197763 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 24 |
|
2009 | Australia | Animation | 188201 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 25 |
|
2012 | United States of America | Animation | 285345 | 7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 26 |
|
2016 | United States of America | Action | 139511 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 27 |
|
2017 | Canada | Animation | 28526 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 28 |
|
2009 | United States of America | Adventure | 274468 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
|
2003 | United States of America | Adventure | 461618 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 30 |
|
2009 | Germany | Family | 108951 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 31 |
|
1981 | United States of America | Adventure | 103067 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | G |
| 32 |
|
1988 | Ireland | Adventure | 100128 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | G |
| 33 |
|
1988 | Japan | Animation | 387497 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 34 | 1989 | United States of America | Adventure | 142975 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG | |
| 35 | 2005 | United Kingdom | Adventure | 431847 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG | |
| 36 |
|
2014 | United States of America | Adventure | 78918 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG |
