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What to Watch After Onward
From Fellowship to Fantasy: Four Must‑See Adventures for Onward Fans
If you loved the heartfelt quest of Pixar’s Onward, you’ll find a perfect quartet of titles that span the spectrum from epic saga to intimate imagination. Leading the pack is The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, a recent blockbuster that redefines the hero’s journey with a fellowship as tight‑knit as Ian and Barley’s brotherly bond. Next, Wicked offers a musical twist on friendship and self‑acceptance, while Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone delivers the classic, beloved magic that first sparked many viewers’ love for fantastical worlds. Finally, IF brings a fresh, family‑friendly adventure that celebrates the power of imagination, echoing Onward’s core message that true magic lives within us.
Together, these selections illustrate how the themes of adventure, family, and personal growth can be explored across different eras and formats. Whether you crave the sweeping landscapes of Middle‑Earth, the soaring scores of a Broadway‑style tale, the nostalgic charm of a wizarding school, or the whimsical wonder of invisible companions, each film offers a unique doorway into the same enchanting realm that made Onward’s quest unforgettable.
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.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
MOVIE • 2026
adventure • fantasy • action
Why Watch Next
A modern, high‑budget adventure that mirrors Onward's blend of fantasy and brotherly bonds, offering a fresh take on an epic journey that will captivate fans of magical quests.
Overview
Young hobbit Frodo Baggins, after inheriting a mysterious ring from his uncle Bilbo, must leave his home in order to keep it from falling into the hands of its evil creator. Along the way, a fellowship is formed to protect the ringbearer and make sure that the ring arrives at its final destination: Mt. Doom, the only place where it can be destroyed.
Wicked
MOVIE • 2025
drama • romance • fantasy
Why Watch Next
This fan‑favorite musical explores an unlikely friendship and self‑discovery, echoing Onward's themes of family, acceptance, and the magic of personal growth.
Overview
In the land of Oz, ostracized and misunderstood green-skinned Elphaba is forced to share a room with the popular aristocrat Glinda at Shiz University, and the two's unlikely friendship is tested as they begin to fulfill their respective destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
MOVIE • 2001
adventure • fantasy
Why Watch Next
A timeless adventure that introduced a generation to a hidden magical world, resonating with Onward's youthful wonder and the quest to uncover hidden powers.
Overview
Harry Potter has lived under the stairs at his aunt and uncle's house his whole life. But on his 11th birthday, he learns he's a powerful wizard—with a place waiting for him at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. As he learns to harness his newfound powers with the help of the school's kindly headmaster, Harry uncovers the truth about his parents' deaths—and about the villain who's to blame.
IF
MOVIE • 2024
comedy • fantasy • family
Why Watch Next
A heart‑warming, contemporary fantasy that taps into the same imaginative spirit as Onward, delivering a story about belief, friendship, and rediscovering lost wonder.
Overview
After discovering she can see everyone's imaginary friends, a girl embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten imaginary friends with their kids.
More shows and movies featuring actors from Onward
Looking for familiar faces? These picks include performers connected to Onward.
About Time
MOVIE • 2013
Why It’s Relevant
This heartfelt fantasy about family and time‑travel mirrors Onward’s blend of adventure and emotional brotherly bonds.
The Lego Movie
MOVIE • 2014
Why It’s Relevant
This animated adventure shares Onward’s whimsical fantasy world and heartfelt family quest, with Chris Pratt leading the cast as the optimistic hero.
Uncharted
MOVIE • 2022
Why It’s Relevant
A high‑energy treasure‑hunt adventure that captures the quest‑driven spirit of Onward while delivering plenty of humor and action.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie
MOVIE • 2023
Why It’s Relevant
A vibrant animated fantasy that mirrors Onward’s brotherly bond and quest-driven plot, featuring Pratt as the charismatic Mario.
