The Best Animated Movies Of 2022 (2024)

Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Olivia Colman

After burning though eight lives, Puss in Boots sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore all nine.

Sam Rockwell, Zazie Beetz, Marc Maron

The Bad Guys is an animated heist comedy that turns the caper genre on its head. The film follows a notorious gang of criminal animals, led by the suave wolf Mr. Wolf (Sam Rockwell), who have spent their lives building their reputation as the most wanted villains around. After a particularly audacious heist goes awry, they're finally caught and must face justice. In a bid to avoid prison, the gang concocts a scheme to pull off their most challenging con yet - becoming model citizens. The voice cast includes Marc Maron, Awkwafina, and Craig Robinson. The themes include redemption, identity, and the question of whether true change is possible for society's outcasts.

Karl Urban, Zaris-Angel Hator, Jared Harris

The life of a legendary sea monster hunter is turned upside down when a young girl stows away on his ship.

Rosalie Chiang, Sandra Oh, Ava Morse

A 13-year-old girl suddenly turns into a giant red panda whenever she gets too excited.

Steve Carell, Pierre Coffin, Taraji P. Henson

In the 1970s, young Gru tries to join a group of supervillains called the Vicious 6 after they oust their leader -- the legendary fighter Wild Knuckles. When the interview turns disastrous, Gru and his Minions go on the run with the Vicious 6 hot on their tails. Luckily, he finds an unlikely source for guidance -- Wild Knuckles himself -- and soon discovers that even bad guys need a little help from their friends.

Ewan McGregor, Gregory Mann, David Bradley

A grieving father's wish magically brings a wooden marionette to life, giving him a chance to care for the child. However, the pair must struggle to find a place for themselves as Italy becomes embroiled in fascism.