I finally did it. I watched all 15 of the Revival Era Disney movies. This was absolutely loaded with new changes for the studio, like the rise of 3D animation, but what I noticed was that there was quite a limited amount of anthropomorphic characters. Almost all the protagonists and cast of characters seem to be all people. That was interesting. But like I said with the other previous eras, I'm gonna rank them from worst to best.
Let's officially get started.
15
Strange World (2022)
This one was... something I never expected Disney to make, but it somewhat exists. This to me felt like a bore to watch, from the first 3 minutes, I was already saying this isn't going to be that thrilling, I don't relate to the characters in the slightest, and the story really sucks in my opinion, I didn't like the world they were exploring, it looked mushy and gross, and just felt so flat to me, now with all those flaws aside, this isn't terrible at all, there is still somewhat good moments in it, for one thing I kinda do like Ethan's character, and in some aspect the world doesn't look too bad, and at least it does have somewhat of coherence to it, but in my full opinion, this was one of Disney's worst movies, and was to me a mixed-bag.
5/10
14
Moana (2016)
This was a movie that was widely popular amongst Disney fans, and while I do see the appeal, to me this was in better ways "watchable". I just wasn't a big fan of it. I didn't like Moana and Maui's interactions, and some of the characters were irritating and distracting, like the crab, I couldn't stand him, he probably had the worst song I ever witnessed in a Disney film. Now on with the positives, I did like the final battle with Moana fighting against Te Ka, and Tala is such an incredible character. While I didn't like everything that was happening in this film, it's still a must watch if you want to see it yourself.
7/10
13
Raya The Last Dragon (2021)
This film has alot of really interesting characters, and this is another one of those Disney movies that go for a complex and more serious turn, but maybe this movie is a little "too complex." I'm not saying that the entirety of the animation studio shouldn't make more mature and deeper films, I mean we got Pocahontas which was perfect alongside The Black Cauldron and Atlantis, and both of those worked decently, but man, you can really see how much of an impact this film had. I think what really makes this movie worth the watch is the final scene involving Raya meeting her family and all the dragons meet with Sisu, it was such a heartwarming ending in an otherwise solid film.
8/10
12
Big Hero 6 (2014)
This is another forgotten animated film, but I definitely liked it. When it really starts to get jam-packed it doesn't turn off, I really like the interactions between Hiro and Baymax and some of the backgrounds like the sunsets when their both flying are gorgeous. While I didn't like the beginning of the movie, I still found it to be funny and quite amusing by the rest.
8/10
11
Frozen (2013)
Ah yes, this film, you either love it or hate it, to me I have some appreciation with it, for one thing I love Elsa's character, her scenes are by far the best of the movie, her personality is absolutely magnificent and geniuely reliable, I also have to talk about the songs, all of them are fun to listen to including the Fixer Upper song, but by far the best and most underrated song is Let It Go. Elsa's voice actress Idina Menzel, can really sing, she's probably one of my favorite Disney actresses ever if I'm totally being honest. I liked the story, I liked the environment it was going for, and is really solid and another charming movie by Disney.
8/10
10
Wish (2023)
This movie was made for Disney's 100th anniversary, I mean I can tell because this whole movie is kinda of a tribute to the song When You Wish Upon A Star. I actually really liked this movie. The villain Magnifico is a really likeable and intimidating antagonist, and I did like the story, Asha has a great singing voice and I loved the credits where they showcase almost every movie Disney has made over the course of an 85 year time period. There's only one major problem, the character designs themselves. I'm not exaggerated when I say these designs are unpleasant in the eyes, I almost had a severe eye ache while watching this film, and I didn't even know why, this movie in fact does have a different art-style, it blends 3D animation with a watercolor style, and while some of it looks beautiful, other times like the characters it just looks so strange and unappealing to me, if the characters didn't look so highly clean and digital looking, this movie could've had the potential to be more watchable but it bothered me.
8/10
9
Moana 2 (2024)
For a title like that, this feels like a cash-grab doesn't it? I mean just "2" not anything else? Anyways all kidding aside, it's crazy to think that I actually like this more than the original, I mean it's still kinda there, not all the characters are great but at least I didn't want to groan while Maui was on screen, he's actually more likeable than last time, and there's more to the story than just padding to Moana and Maui for most of the runtime. I found this absolutely entertaining and truly breathtaking.
8/10
8
Wreck-It Ralph (2012)
When I watch a 3D animated movie, I could somewhat sense what it'll look like if it was in a 2D traditional setting, but this movie and the sequel, would've only been possible for the 3D animation, this movie is really unique, I didn't expect licensed characters like Sonic, Bowser and Q-Bert to be in this movie, and I do really like Ralph's character and the story is really fun, I think this would've been a classic if it wasn't for the annoying scenes with Ralph and Vanellope interacting with each other but other than that this is was decently solid.
8.5/10
7
Tangled (2010)
Yeah, sure this is another princess movie, but it's still charming quality nonetheless. I really love the animation at times in this film, like with Maximus who is the funniest of the entire movie and both Rapunzel and Flynn Rider are an interesting couple. While some aspects I don't want to really witness through again, I still liked alot of the parts and the visuals are stunning and really remarkable. This comes to show you that 3D animation can be useful if you want to make something more massive and cinematic, though I do miss 2D animation.
8.5/10
6
Frozen 2 (2019)
Okay, HOW DO I LIKE THE SEQUELS MORE THAN THE FIRST ONES? Well not all of them, but something about Disney sequels really hit differently, maybe it's because the story and characters are more likeable and take on a story that's more thrilling and more interesting. What I like about this more than the 2013 version, is that the scenery feels more natural and the first 30 minutes don't feel too dragged out, but what makes this film stand out the most is the final half an hour of the movie. It's extremely emotional yet captivating at the same time, Anna's deep song really gave me chills, and the entire build-up from the dam breaking and Elsa returning to hug Anna is by far the most cinematic pieces of entertainment I seen in modern Disney history.
8.5/10
5
Encanto (2021)
This is a movie I would've find passable enough but the entire premise this one gives is absolutely great, the animation, the visuals, the songs are all timeless and really catchy, especially We Don't Talk About Bruno, probably the most ear-wormed songs I ever heard, I love the bit with Dolores and Mirabel dancing in particular. The ending was also really self-aware and heartfelt too. This is the first time I ever actually cried tears while watching a Disney movie, like actual human tears, it was such an emotional yet magical and fascinating finale, when they show Mirabel the door-knob, it really hit me. This was almost an 8.5 but for that moment alone it gave an additional point.
9/10
4
Princess And The Frog (2009)
The final 2D animated princess movie for now at least, who knows how long they'll make another princess movie with that attractive tradtional look, but anyways, I love this film, Tiana is alright I suppose, but I definitely loved all the songs though, my favorite being When We're Human. I also geniuely like how this is taken place in the 1920s. I have nothing else to say than it's really fun, and extremely watchable.
9.5/10
3
Ralph Breaks The Internet (2018)
This film is massive, adventurous and hilarious, Ralph and Vanellope's interactions are way more likeable than the first one, and I absolutely love the world of the internet, I'm that generation where all of us grew up with phones, apps, and social popularity, so I can definitely relate to all the jokes and the comedy of this film more than other people do, I also loved the cameos, especially the portrayal of all the Disney princesses and the premise is absolutely outstanding. While not everything about this film is flawless, it's still really fun and absolutely phenomenal.
9.5/10
2
Zootopia (2016)
This is the first Disney movie I ever saw, remaining all the way back when this was first played in theatres, I really loved this growing up and remember having a Judy and Nick plush just for my love for the film, I love it even more second viewing, the world of Zootopia is just so exicting and fantastic that if I ever was a fictional character wanting to be in a place, I would go there because of how distinct and full of personality it really is. I love the story, I love almost all the characters, and is just too funny.
This expression Nick gives off here is hilarious, I laugh every single time he does this face.
Like I was saying, this is one of those films I have nostalgia and sweet memories for so I guess this rating tells.
9.5/10
And now... the best disney revival era movie is...
1 🏆
Winnie The Pooh (2011)
What can I say but to be so happy to see these guys get another movie, I know they created alot more movies beforehand but this is just what I absolutely love with these characters, the humor is simple yet easily funny and relatable and the aesthetic and appeal are all sweet, just comes to show you I can easily understand why Winnie The Pooh as a whole is timeless and loved by fans. While this movie is otherwise short, only clocking at 53 minutes, it perfectly works, this to me felt longer than it was and that's why I was having so much fun with it. This is a masterpiece and was a magnificent high note for being the final 2D animated Disney movie, at least for now.
10/10
Now I decided that after I watched all 63 of these movies, I wanted to watch Once Upon A Studio.
Once Upon A Studio is just a perfect tribute from start to finish. Not only does this combine one of my favorite film elements, that being live action and animation into one film, but it also is very hilarious, really gorgeous and highly respected to Walt Disney himself. Every moment in this film is unbeatable, the characters are all high-spirited and welcomed even the villains, and all the characters coming together and singing When You Wish Upon A Star made me cry happy tears. This is what animation is for, reminding about timeless creators and filmmakers and using all your creativity with it. This is easily a 10/10. You should definitely watch it if you haven't.
Now for the final conclusion, ranking all of the movies from worst to best.
63. Strange World (2022)
62. Lady And The Tramp (1955)
61. Meet The Robinsons (2007)
60. The Sword In The Stone (1963)
59. Tarzan (1999)
58. Moana (2016)
57. Raya The Last Dragon (2021)
56. Brother Bear (2003)
55. Sleeping Beauty (1959)
54. Hercules (1997)
53. Big Hero 6 (2014)
52. Robin Hood (1973)
51. Frozen (2013)
50. Wish (2023)
49. Moana 2 (2024)
48. Saludos Amigos (1942)
47. Beauty And The Beast (1991)
46. Wreck-It Ralph (2012)
45. Fantasia 2000 (1999)
44. The Jungle Book (1967)
43. Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001)
42. Tangled (2010)
41. Fantasia (1940)
40. Bolt (2008)
39. Frozen II (2019)
38. Lilo And Stitch (2002)
37. The Aristocats (1970)
36. Encanto (2021)
35. Alice In Wonderland (1951)
34. The Lion King (1994)
33. Dinosaur (2000)
32. The Black Cauldron (1985)
31. Home On The Range (2004)
30. Fun And Fancy Free (1947)
29. Melody Time (1948)
28. Peter Pan (1953)
27. Pinocchio (1940)
26. Chicken Little (2005)
25. The Hunchback Of Notre Dame (1996)
24. Dumbo (1941)
23. Mulan (1998)
22. The Fox And The Hound (1981)
21. The Princess And The Frog (2009)
20. Ralph Breaks The Internet (2018)
19. Bambi (1942)
18. Make Mine Music (1946)
17. Cinderella (1950)
16. Oliver & Company (1988)
15. Zootopia (2016)
14. Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs (1937)
13. The Little Mermaid (1989)
12. Aladdin (1992)
11. The Emperor's New Groove (2000)
10. Treasure Planet (2002)
9. Winnie The Pooh (2011)
8. One Hundred And One Dalmatians (1961)
7. The Rescuers (1977)
6. The Three Caballeros (1945)
5. The Rescuers Down Under (1990)
4. Pocahontas (1995)
3. The Many Adventures Of Winnie The Pooh (1977)
2. The Great Mouse Detective (1986)
1. The Adventures Of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (1949) 🏆
And I'm officially finished. I can't believe I actually did it. This took me longer than I expected and it was worth the journey.
I absolutely had alot of fun watching all of these movies even the ones I disliked it was still interesting and exciting to see what can happen to the creative minds at Disney, because they are timeless for alot of reasons, they bring us life lessons, the movies are pleasent to look at, they have real and inventive characters and they're sweet and memorable works of art.
I pay all my artistic skills to Disney and staff because they are efficiently talented, truly honest, reliable people.
For now, I just want to say, thank you all for checking out this full series, if you haven't seen the previous era rankings, here are the links.
Golden Age (1937-1942)
War-Time Era (1942-1949)
Silver Age (1950-1967)
Bronze Age (1970-1988)
Renaissance (1989-1999)
Experimental Era (1999-2008)
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