The best cartoons of 2024-2025 that are worth watching with children

Popular animated stories often reveal to us various important issues, such as friendship, loyalty to oneself, the pursuit of happiness and love. Therefore, it is quite obvious that a high-quality cartoon will allow not only to have a pleasant time with your child, but also to discuss what you saw with them afterwards and draw useful conclusions. About the best cartoons of 2024-2025 - further on the page. 

These best cartoons are either already out or are just about to hit the theaters. The list includes Garfield, Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, and a few more long-awaited premieres.

Best cartoons 2024-2025

“Thoughts Inside Out”

This is an animated, exciting story about a schoolgirl named Rylin Anderson. She faces certain difficulties in her growing up. She has to experience different types of emotions, get used to them, and learn about them in order to understand herself even better.

"The Lion King. Musafa"

After Simba becomes king, his father worries that his son might make the same mistakes he did. Rafiki's friends and advisors, Timon and Pumbaa, share with Simba the story of Musafa's father and his journey.

"Kung Fu Panda 4"

A story that is loved not only by children, but also by adults. Warrior Po now wants to become the spiritual mentor of the Valley of Peace. He needs to find his successor, who can replace him as the Dragon Warrior. But obstacles arise in achieving this plan, because a sorceress named Chameleon seeks to summon Po's defeated enemies.

“Garfield”

This character is known to almost everyone - a red-haired, narcissistic cat named Garfield, who hates Mondays and is ready to do anything to get his favorite portion of lasagna. In the continuation of the legendary animation, the main character will introduce fans to his father.

“Shrek 5”

The new part of the cult story will be released in 2026. Its plot, as well as the main characters, remain unknown for now, but, of course, fans will be able to see their favorite Shrek, Fiona, Donkey and Puss in Boots there. However, the writers promise the appearance of new characters.

“Paddington in Peru”

The French comedy film from director Dougal Wilson will be the third part of this animation series. Filming began in July last year and ended in October of the same year. The premiere in the UK will take place on November 8. In Ukraine, this animation will be released approximately from January 16 next year.

“That Christmas”

This is a 2024 animated Christmas fantasy comedy film based on the children's book series by Richard Curtis. This Christmas tells intertwined stories of love and loneliness, family and friends, and Santa Claus making a big mistake.

“The Smurfs”

The animated film, based on the comic book series “The Smurfs,” will be released in the United States in July next year. In this story, young viewers will once again see their favorite characters and immerse themselves in the world of their unexpected adventures.

“Moana 2”

The animated adventure film is a sequel to the 2016 cartoon of the same name. The release date in Ukraine is November 28. According to the plot, Moana and Maui will once again go on an interesting journey with a team of unusual sailors.

“Zootropolis 2”

In the first part, viewers are introduced to the rabbit Judy Hopps. She wants to become a police officer, and she manages to make this dream come true. Now, as you can understand, the creators of the project are preparing a continuation of this story. However, its plot remains unknown at the moment. It is only known that the year of the premiere is November 2025.