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Movies that feel likeSong of the South (1946)

Uncle Remus draws upon his tales of Br'er Rabbit to help little Johnny deal with his confusion over his parents' separation as well as his new life on the plantation.

If you loved Song of the South, the closest films we have are Melody Time (1948), Make Mine Music (1946) and The Three Caballeros (1944). All three share Song of the South's warm and cozy feel, which is what we rank on before quality.

Seen the big three already? The under-the-radar pick below is The Secret of Kells (2009).

🍅 50% Rotten Tomatoes★ 6.9 IMDb ↗TMDB ↗dir. Harve Fosterwarmcozywhimsical
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If Song of the South hit the spot, these will too

Melody Time poster
Melody Time
1948 · dir. Clyde Geronimi
🍅 64%★ 6.1animation · music · familyPrime VideoDisney+

Both land warmth and comfort at once

The difference: Sits closer to music than Song of the South does

In the grand tradition of Disney's great musical classics, Melody Time features seven timeless stories, each enhanced with high-spirited music and unforgettable characters. You'll be sure to tap your toes and clap your hands in this witty feast for the eyes and ears.

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Make Mine Music
1946 · dir. Robert Cormack
🍅 62%★ 6.1animation · music · family

Family built on whimsy, twice over

In the tradition of Fantasia, Make Mine Music is a glorious collection of musically charged animated shorts featuring such fun-filled favorites as "Peter and the Wolf", narrated by the beloved voice behind Winnie the Pooh. In addition you'll enjoy such classic cartoon hits as "Casey at the Bat," "The Whale Who Wanted to Sing at the Met" and "Johnnie Fedora and Alice Bluebonnet."

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The Three Caballeros
1944 · dir. Norman Ferguson
🍅 85%★ 6.2animation · family · musicDisney+

Warm animation, and it commits to that

The difference: Critics rated this one higher still

For Donald's birthday he receives a box with three gifts inside. The gifts, a movie projector, a pop-up book, and a pinata, each take Donald on wild adventures through Mexico and South America.

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Dumbo
1941 · dir. Ben Sharpsteen
🍅 95%★ 7.2animation · familyDisney+

Cozy family in both cases

Dumbo is a baby elephant born with over-sized ears and a supreme lack of confidence. But thanks to his even more diminutive buddy Timothy the Mouse, the pint-sized pachyderm learns to surmount all obstacles.

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The Secret of Kells
2009 · dir. Tomm Moore
🍅 90%★ 7.5animation · family · fantasy

Animation with a pulse of whimsy, in both cases

The difference: Made in the 2000s, in a different era of the craft

Adventure awaits 12 year old Brendan who must fight Vikings and a serpent god to find a crystal and complete the legendary Book of Kells. In order to finish Brother Aiden's book, Brendan must overcome his deepest fears on a secret quest that will take him beyond the abbey walls and into the enchanted forest where dangerous mythical creatures hide. Will Brendan succeed in his quest?

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Fun and Fancy Free
1947 · dir. Hamilton Luske
🍅 73%★ 6.3animation · family · fantasyDisney+

Both lean on warmth more than on family

Jiminy Cricket hosts two Disney animated shorts: Bongo about a circus bear escaping to the wild, and Mickey and the Beanstalk, a take on the famous fairy tale.

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The Lorax
2012 · dir. Chris Renaud
★ 6.4animation · family

Animation built on comfort, twice over

A 12-year-old boy searches for the one thing that will enable him to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. To find it he must discover the story of the Lorax, the grumpy yet charming creature who fights to protect his world.

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Robin Hood
1973 · dir. Wolfgang Reitherman
🍅 56%★ 7.5animation · family · adventureDisney+

Both are built on the same subject: fox

With King Richard off to the Crusades, Prince John and his slithering minion, Sir Hiss, set about taxing Nottingham's citizens with support from the corrupt sheriff - and staunch opposition by the wily Robin Hood and his band of merry men.

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The Sword in the Stone
1963 · dir. Wolfgang Reitherman
🍅 65%★ 7.1animation · family · fantasyDisney+

Both run whimsical where it counts

Wart is a young boy who aspires to be a knight's squire. On a hunting trip he falls in on Merlin, a powerful but amnesiac wizard who has plans for him beyond mere squiredom. He starts by trying to give him an education, believing that once one has an education, one can go anywhere. Needless to say, it doesn't quite work out that way.

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Pinocchio
1940 · dir. Hamilton Luske
🍅 100%★ 7.4animation · family · fantasyDisney+

One thread runs through both: fox

When the gentle woodcarver Geppetto builds a marionette to be his substitute son, a benevolent fairy brings the toy to life. The puppet, named Pinocchio, is not yet a human boy. He must earn the right to be real by proving that he is brave, truthful, and unselfish.

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The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
1977 · dir. John Lounsbery
🍅 100%★ 7.5animation · family · adventureDisney+

Family approached the same way

Whether we’re young or forever young at heart, the Hundred Acre Wood calls to that place in each of us that still believes in magic. Join pals Pooh, Piglet, Kanga, Roo, Owl, Rabbit, Tigger and Christopher Robin as they enjoy their days together and sing their way through adventures.

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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
1938 · dir. David Hand
★ 7.6fantasy · animation · familyDisney+

Animation of the same temperament

A beautiful girl, Snow White, takes refuge in the forest in the house of seven dwarfs to hide from her stepmother, the wicked Queen. The Queen is jealous because she wants to be known as "the fairest in the land," and Snow White's beauty surpasses her own.

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