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What to Watch After Onward
From Pixar to Pixels: Four Fantasy Adventures Every Onward Fan Must See
If you loved the heartfelt quest of Pixar’s Onward, you’ll find a delightful quartet of titles ready to expand your magical horizons. From the brand‑new musical spectacle Wicked: For Good, to the legendary epic The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, the quirky block‑shaped adventure A Minecraft Movie, and the ever‑cheerful Smurfs, each recommendation offers a distinct flavor while staying true to the core themes of brotherhood, wonder, and the search for something greater.
Together, these picks illustrate the spectrum of fantasy storytelling: a fresh, contemporary musical that tackles friendship and redemption; a classic, critically acclaimed saga that defines the hero’s journey; a playful, audience‑favorite that turns pixelated imagination into a cinematic quest; and a tried‑and‑true family animation that guarantees smiles for all ages. Whether you crave cutting‑edge spectacle, timeless adventure, or pure feel‑good fun, this curated set proves that the magic of Onward lives on in many forms.
Why these movies are similar to Onward
In a suburban fantasy world, two teenage elf brothers embark on an extraordinary quest to discover if there is still a little magic left out there.
These recommendations branch out from Onward with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.
Wicked: For Good
MOVIE • 2025
fantasy • adventure • romance
Why Watch Next
A brand‑new adventure that blends magical world‑building with a heartfelt friendship, echoing Onward’s blend of fantasy and family bonds while offering a contemporary musical twist.
Overview
As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time. With their singular friendship now the fulcrum of their futures, they will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good.
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
MOVIE • 2026
adventure • fantasy • action
Why Watch Next
A timeless, audience‑loving saga of fellowship and sacrifice that mirrors Onward’s brotherly journey, delivering grand adventure and deep emotional stakes for fans of heroic fantasy.
Overview
Frodo Baggins and the other members of the Fellowship continue on their sacred quest to destroy the One Ring--but on separate paths. Their destinies lie at two towers--Orthanc Tower in Isengard, where the corrupt wizard Saruman awaits, and Sauron's fortress at Barad-dur, deep within the dark lands of Mordor. Frodo and Sam are trekking to Mordor to destroy the One Ring of Power while Gimli, Legolas and Aragorn search for the orc-captured Merry and Pippin. All along, nefarious wizard Saruman awaits the Fellowship members at the Orthanc Tower in Isengard.
A Minecraft Movie
MOVIE • 2025
family • fantasy • comedy
Why Watch Next
A modern, audience‑approved fantasy that captures the spirit of a magical quest with quirky humor, appealing to viewers who enjoyed Onward’s blend of adventure and whimsical world‑building.
Overview
Four misfits find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master this world while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected, expert crafter, Steve.
Smurfs
MOVIE • 2025
animation • family • fantasy
Why Watch Next
A safe, crowd‑pleasing animated romp that leans on familiar fantasy tropes and family-friendly humor, making it a reliable pick for anyone seeking the comforting charm of Onward.
Overview
When Papa Smurf is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe.
More shows and movies featuring actors from Onward
Looking for familiar faces? These picks include performers connected to Onward.
Mercy
MOVIE • 2026
Why It’s Relevant
This sci‑fi thriller shares the heartfelt family bond theme of "Onward" while delivering a tense, emotionally charged race‑against‑time narrative.
