When it comes to movies, one thing is certain — Disney has one of the best movie catalogs in the industry. And regardless of whether they're animated or live-action, most Disney movies are timeless (and almost every animated Disney movie became a classic).
In today's list, we take a look at some of the most iconic Disney animated classics and rank them according to their current IMDb ratings. From Aladdin to Toy Story 3 — keep scrolling to see who took the number one spot.
10 Aladdin (1992) - IMDb Rating 8.0
We're going to start off with 1992's Aladdin, starring Scott Weinger, Robin Williams, and Linda Larkin as Aladdin, the Genie, and Jasmine respectively. With an IMDb rating of 8.0 Aladdin lands at spot number ten on our list. Aladdin was both critical and commercial success — it won two Academy Awards, earned over $500 million worldwide, and got excellent reviews from the critics.
9 Ratatouille (2007) - IMDb Rating 8.0
Ratatouille is a 2007 animated movie about a rat named Remy, who only has one wish — to become a chef — and in order to fulfill it, the rat joins forces with a kitchen worker at a famous Parisian restaurant. The movie received critical acclaim and it ended up winning an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. It currently has an 8.0 IMDb rating, which means that it shares a spot with Aladdin.
8 The Incredibles (2004) - IMDb Rating 8.0
When it was released back in 2004, everybody from kids to adults went crazy about The Incredibles, so it shouldn't come as a surprise that it ended up on our list today. This animated superhero movie tells the story of a seemingly typical suburban family, but the family has a secret — they all have powers! The Incredibles won two Academy Awards, grossed over $600 million worldwide, and has an IMDb rating of 8.0.
7 Finding Nemo (2003) - IMDb Rating 8.1
Another Disney animated movie with a good-enough IMDb rating to end up on this list is 2003's, Finding Nemo. The movie follows a clownfish Marlin who, together with a forgettable blue tang fish Dory, searches for his missing throughout the Pacific Ocean.
With an IMDb rating of 8.1, Finding Nemo lands at number seven on our list. This Oscar-winning movie got positive reviews from critics and its financial success at the box office led to a sequel/spinoff Finding Dory.
6 Monsters, Inc. (2001) - IMDb Rating 8.1
When Disney and Pixar Studios released Monsters, Inc. back in 2001, they had no idea just how big of a hit this movie would become with the audience. Even today, 20 years later, many of us still occasionally re-watch this animated classic. Monsters, Inc. follows two monsters who work at an energy-producing factory, and it is in their job description to scare children and steal their screams. With an IMDb rating of 8.1, the movie ties with Finding Nemo.
5 Toy Story 3 (2010) - IMDb Rating 8.2
We're moving onto the next movie on our list and that's Toy Story 3. Released in 2010 and voice starring Tom Hanks, Joan Cusack, and Tim Allen, Toy Story 3 continues following the adventures of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and other toys as Andy prepares to go to college. The movie was a huge success — it was received well by critics and us regular viewers, it became the highest-grossing film of 2010, and won two Oscar awards. It currently has an 8.2 rating on IMDb.
4 Up (2009) - IMDb Rating 8.2
Another absolutely great piece of Disney animation is the 2009 movie Up. The movie follows Carl, a widower who decides to keep the promise he made to his wife and go on a crazy journey to South America. His mode of transport? Well, a house tied up to thousands of balloons, duh! The movie currently has an 8.2 rating on IMDb, just like Toy Story 3.
3 Toy Story (1995) - IMDb Rating 8.3
Toy Story is definitely one of the most popular Disney animated movies. It takes place in a world where dolls come to life when they're alone. Released in 1995, the movie voice stars Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and Don Rickles as some of the dolls in their everyday adventures.
The movie grossed over $370 million worldwide, and critics loved it as well — it is one of the rare movies that has 100% approval on Rotten Tomatoes. With an 8.3 rating on IMDb, Toy Story definitely holds a better position compared to its sequels Toy Story 2 and Toy Story 3, which respectively have 7.9 and 8.1 ratings on IMDb.
2 WALL·E (2008) - IMDb Rating 8.4
With an 8.4 IMDb rating, the runner-up on our list today is 2008's Disney/Pixar movie WALL-E. The movie follows a small robot as he roams around the Earth, collecting trash in the apocalyptic future. WALL-E was praised by critics for its story and innovative animation, and it ended up being a box office success as well, earning over $500 million worldwide.
1 The Lion King (1994) - IMDb Rating 8.5
And finally, wrapping up the list is, of course, the Disney fan-favorite — The Lion King. The movie, which was based on Shakespeare's Hamlet, tells the story of a baby lion Simba who, after his father's death, is supposed to be the new King of the Pride Lands. The movie was, as we all know it, a huge success for Disney — it got positive reviews from critics, won two Oscar awards, and grossed over $950 million worldwide. It currently has an 8.5 rating on IMDb.