Best Comedy Animation

Paddington 2 is a 2017 film directed by Paul King, continuing the adventures of Paddington Bear from Michael Bond’s stories. The narrative centers on Paddington's wrongful imprisonment after being accused of a crime, prompting the Brown family to investigate and clear his name. Live-action and voice...

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish revitalized the franchise with a stunning visual style and a surprisingly mature narrative. The film follows Puss as he confronts his mortality and learns to appreciate the life he has. The animation, inspired by watercolor paintings, is a significant departure from Drea...

Eighth-grader Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama has tapped into his inner wellspring of psychic prowess at a young age. But the power quickly proves to be a liability when he realizes the potential danger in his skills. Choosing to suppress his power, Mob's only present use for his ability is to impress his lon...

“Rabbit Fire” (1951) is a Warner Bros. Looney Tunes animated short featuring Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Elmer Fudd. The film’s significance lies in its innovative use of duck-hunting terminology as the core comedic premise. Jones constructed an early narrative arc involving the trio's pursuit of ea...

Pixar's 'Toy Story 2' not only met but exceeded the high expectations set by the original, solidifying its place as one of the greatest animated sequels ever made. The film expands the Toy Story universe with memorable new characters and a heartwarming story about friendship, loyalty, and the fear...

The Simpsons Seasons 3-8 represent a pivotal period for the iconic television show. This run solidified its reputation for sharp social satire and complex character development within the Simpson family. Renowned for its witty writing and distinctive animation style, it remains a beloved choice for...

Toy Story is the screenplay for Pixar's 1995 animated film, with credited screenplay work by Joss Whedon, Andrew Stanton, Joel Cohen, and Alec Sokolow. It follows Woody, a pull-string cowboy who fears losing his place when Andy receives Buzz Lightyear, a new space-themed toy. The screenplay builds i...

Inside Out is a 2015 animated screenplay associated with Pixar, written by Pete Docter, Meg LeFauve, and Josh Cooley. It follows Riley, a young girl whose family moves to a new city, while personified emotions inside her mind struggle to guide her through the change. The screenplay uses the inner li...

Toy Story 3 is a 2010 animated screenplay written by Michael Arndt for Pixar. It follows Andy's toys as they face an uncertain future when Andy prepares to leave for college, leading them to a daycare center where their expectations conflict with reality. The screenplay continues the series' themes...

“Feed the Kitty” is a 1952 Warner Bros. Merrie Melodies cartoon directed by Chuck Jones. The short film established the iconic characters of bulldog Marc Antony and kitten Pussyfoot through a playful and visually inventive story. It’s notable for its innovative animation techniques and remains a bel...

Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl is a new animated adventure from Aardman Animation featuring the beloved inventor and his dog. The film sees Wallace and Gromit embroiled in a chaotic feud with the villainous Feathers McGraw. This stop-motion comedy appeals to families and fans of the classic W...

Kung Fu Panda is a hilarious and heartwarming film that blends martial arts action with a surprisingly insightful story. The film follows Po, an unlikely panda who must embrace his destiny as the Dragon Warrior. The animation is vibrant and dynamic, and the films humor appeals to audiences of all ag...

Bolek and Lolek is a long-running Polish animated television series first broadcast in 1962. The show follows the misadventures of two brothers, Bolek and Lolek, as they embark on chaotic adventures. It remains popular among families and viewers interested in classic Polish animation and humorous st...

Richard Condie’s 1985 animation, The Big Snit, presents a surreal and unsettling domestic dispute. This Canadian National Film Board production utilizes dark comedy to explore themes of paranoia and societal breakdown through striking animation. Notably nominated for an Academy Award, the short film...

Treehouse of Horror is the recurring Halloween anthology installment of the animated television series The Simpsons, first broadcast in 1990. A typical episode contains three self-contained stories that parody horror, science fiction, fantasy, and supernatural fiction, often drawing on recognizable...

Bojack Horseman is a groundbreaking animated sitcom that follows a washed-up sitcom star as he navigates a life of regret, addiction, and existential angst. The shows sharp writing, complex characters, and surprisingly poignant exploration of mental health have garnered widespread critical acclaim....

Paddington is a 2014 comedy film centered on a Peruvian bear named Paddington who travels to London and becomes integrated into the life of the Brown family. The story involves his arrival in London and an ongoing pursuit by a local taxidermist. Ben Whishaw voices the titular character, alongside li...

“This Warner Bros. animated short film, *The Dover Boys at Pimento University*, offers a stylized comedic take on the classic *Rover Boys* series. Created in 1942 by Chuck Jones, it’s notable for pioneering techniques of limited animation. The film is primarily intended for audiences who appreciate...

Second season of Space Dandy. Space Dandy is a dandy guy, in space! This dreamy adventurer with a to-die-for pompadour travels across the galaxy in search of aliens no one has ever laid eyes on. Each new species he discovers earns him a hefty reward, but this dandy has to be quick on his feet becaus...

The Mitchells vs. The Machines is a hilarious and heartwarming animated adventure about a quirky family's road trip that's interrupted by a robot apocalypse. The film's fast-paced humor, vibrant visuals, and relatable characters make it a standout Netflix original. It cleverly explores themes of fam...

The Lego Movie is a surprisingly clever and hilarious film that subverts expectations with its meta humor and inventive animation. The films celebration of creativity and embracing imperfections resonated with audiences, proving that even something as simple as Lego bricks can tell a compelling stor...

The Electric Company was an educational children’s series created in 1971 and originally broadcast on PBS for six seasons. It ran for 780 episodes before continuing in reruns, including a period on the channel Noggin from 1999 to 2003. The show's production was overseen by the Children’s Television...

The Muppet Movie, released in 1979, is a musical comedy film detailing the origins of the Muppets. Kermit the Frog journeys across America seeking success alongside fellow performers, pursued by Doc Hopper’s attempts to utilize them for his restaurant. The production was a co-production between the...

Michel aus Lönneberga is a television adaptation of Astrid Lindgren’s “Emil i Lönneberga” series. Filmed in Katthult, Kalmar län, Sweden, the show follows the adventures of Michel and his family. The production utilized the established narrative from the original novels and earlier film adaptations.

Miś Uszatek is a beloved Polish animated television series originally produced from 1975 to 1987. Created by Czesław Janczarski and Zbigniew Rychlicki for the Se-ma-for studio, the show follows the adventures of Teddy Drop Ear, a teddy bear known for his clumsiness and kindness. It’s notable as one...

The Muppets is a 2011 musical comedy film centered around Walter, Gary, and Mary’s efforts to restore the Muppets following their disbandment. The story involves Kermit the Frog and the group's struggle against Tex Richman, an oil magnate seeking to acquire the Muppet Theater property. The film feat...

Dandy is a groovy, pompadour-wearing man who explores the stars in search of strange aliens for money, desiring to visit his favorite place: BooBies, the best diner in all the cosmos. Traversing the galaxies in his trusty ship, the Aloha Oe, Dandy is accompanied by his two equally unique friends: QT...

Cordell Barker’s 1988 animation, “The Cat Came Back,” adapts Harry S. Miller’s enduring 1893 song. The film utilizes stop-motion animation to present a humorous and repetitive visual interpretation of the popular tune. Noted for its distinctive style and meticulous execution, it's appreciated by ani...

Humorous Phases of Funny Faces is a 1906 American short film created by J. Stuart Blackton, widely regarded as a landmark in the history of animation. The film employs a combination of techniques, including chalkboard drawings altered frame by frame and cut-out figures moved between exposures to cre...