Curated by SceneIt · United States
This SceneIt list helps you quickly choose warm, upbeat stories with an optimistic payoff. Results are selected for the United States and balance audience response with practical watchability.
Updated 2026-08-03 · Ratings from TMDB
We rank eligible titles using TMDB audience ratings, vote confidence, relevance to the theme, and current popularity. Ratings can change as new votes are added.
1990 · TMDB 6.7/10 · 937 votes
With his nephews and niece, everyone's favorite rich uncle, Scrooge McDuck, treks from his mansion home in Duckburg in search of the long-lost loot of the thief Collie Baba. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2004 · TMDB 6.6/10 · 325 votes
Marnie puts her magic on the line to get several Halloweentown teenagers transferred to her high school in the mortal world. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2022 · TMDB 6.7/10 · 306 votes
Clawdeen Wolf, half human and half werewolf, has recently started attending Monster High, a school for monsters in all forms. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2018 · TMDB 6.8/10 · 1,334 votes
Following a fall during mistletoe picking, Druid Getafix decides that it is time to secure the future of the village. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2000 · TMDB 7.5/10 · 1,321 votes
One by one, a flock of small birds perches on a telephone wire. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
1983 · TMDB 7.2/10 · 1,438 votes
The comic mishaps and adventures of a young boy named Ralph, trying to convince his parents, teachers, and Santa that a Red Ryder B.B. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2002 · TMDB 6.9/10 · 766 votes
Mike discovers that being the top-ranking laugh collector at Monsters, Inc. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2021 · TMDB 7.0/10 · 495 votes
Set before the events of ‘Soul’, 22 refuses to go to Earth, enlisting a gang of 5 new souls in attempt of rebellion. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2010 · TMDB 7.7/10 · 265 votes
The gang goes on a trip to check on Velma's younger sister, Madelyn. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2020 · TMDB 7.8/10 · 253 votes
Nobita travels to the future to show his beloved grandma his bride, but adult Nobita has fled his own wedding. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2011 · TMDB 6.7/10 · 799 votes
Film geek Josh is looking for the subject of his new documentary when a chance meeting puts the perfect star in his sights—Dylan, his school's most popular junior. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
1966 · TMDB 7.5/10 · 1,146 votes
Bitter and hateful, the Grinch is irritated at the thought of a nearby village having a happy time celebrating Christmas. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
1999 · TMDB 7.0/10 · 622 votes
The Yamadas are a typical middle class Japanese family in urban Tokyo and this film shows us a variety of episodes of their lives. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
1992 · TMDB 6.6/10 · 990 votes
After reckless young lawyer Gordon Bombay gets arrested for drunk driving, he must coach a kids hockey team for his community service. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2012 · TMDB 7.0/10 · 1,260 votes
A childless couple bury a box in their backyard, containing all of their wishes for an infant. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2008 · TMDB 7.8/10 · 1,089 votes
Dignity. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2010 · TMDB 6.6/10 · 800 votes
Ramona is a little girl with a very big imagination and a nose for mischief. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2017 · TMDB 6.7/10 · 440 votes
Tad dreams of becoming an archaeologist traveling the world, uncovering hidden secrets and lost treasure, but his job working construction keeps him daydreaming instead of exploring. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2020 · TMDB 7.4/10 · 572 votes
An unassuming high schooler finds himself inexplicably drawn to the free-spirited new girl, whose unconventional ways change how they see themselves…and their world. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.
2018 · TMDB 7.2/10 · 267 votes
Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. This title fits the list's theme and selection thresholds.