Movies Like Light of the World

If you liked Light of the World (2025), a animation and drama movie directed by Tom Bancroft and John J. Schafer, here are 20 movies with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

1
Joseph: King of Dreams (2000)
★ 6.9/10Also family and animation
In this animated retelling of the story from the Bible's Book of Genesis, Joseph's gift of dream interpretation and his brilliantly colored coat inspires jealousy in his brothers.
2
The King of Kings (2025)
★ 8.3/10Also animation and family
Charles Dickens tells his young son Walter the greatest story ever told, and what begins as a bedtime tale becomes a life-changing journey. Through vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His…
3
David (2025)
★ 8/10Also animation and family
From the songs of his mother’s heart to the whispers of a faithful God, David’s story begins in quiet devotion. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few…
4
Curious George 3: Back to the Jungle (2015)
★ 6.7/10Also animation and family
When Curious George is offered a special space mission, Ted (The Man in the Yellow Hat) can't deny his little friend this exciting journey, especially after Curious George completes the training. But when he…
5
Robin Robin (2021)
★ 7/10Also animation and family
A bird raised by mice begins to question where she belongs and sets off on a daring journey of self-discovery.
6
The Boss Baby: Christmas Bonus (2022)
★ 6.7/10Also animation and family
Christmas Eve takes a twisty turn when the Boss Baby accidentally swaps places with one of Santa's elves and gets stranded at the North Pole.
7
A Tooth Fairy Tale (2025)
★ 8.5/10Also animation and family
Van, the brave son of a tooth fairy leader, meets the goblins girl Gemma on his first mission. Despite the myths about ancient disputes between fairies and goblins, they share common values. When the greedy Spider…
8
The Little Prince (2015)
★ 7.6/10Also animation and family
Based on the best-seller book 'The Little Prince', the movie tells the story of a little girl that lives with resignation in a world where efficiency and work are the only dogmas. Everything will change when…
9
Angela's Christmas (2017)
★ 6.8/10Also animation and family
A trip to church with her family on Christmas Eve gives young Angela an extraordinary idea. A heartwarming tale based on a story by Frank McCourt.
10
The Lion King (2019)
★ 7.1/10Also drama and family
Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother—and former heir to the throne—has plans of his…
11
The Prince of Egypt (1998)
★ 7.3/10Also animation and drama
The strong bond between two Royal Egyptian brothers is challenged when their chosen responsibilities set them at odds, with extraordinary consequences.
12
Peter Rabbit (2018)
★ 6.7/10Also animation and family
Peter Rabbit's feud with Mr. McGregor escalates to greater heights than ever before as they rival for the affections of the warm-hearted animal lover who lives next door.
13
The Book of Life (2014)
★ 7.5/10Also animation and family
The journey of Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart. Before choosing which path to follow, he embarks on an incredible adventure that spans…
14
James and the Giant Peach (1996)
★ 6.6/10Also family and animation
When the young orphan boy James spills a magic bag of crocodile tongues, he finds himself in possession of a giant peach that flies him away to strange lands.
15
The Year Without a Santa Claus (1974)
★ 7.2/10Also animation and family
Feeling forgotten by the children of the world, old St. Nick decides to skip his gift-giving journey and take a vacation. Mrs. Claus and two spunky little elves, Jingle and Jangle, set out to see to where all the…
16
Welcome to Smelliville (2021)
★ 6.7/10Also animation and family
The Oggly family arrive at the municipal rubbish dump of Smelliville and must look for a new home, but they never feel really welcome anywhere. They stink and are for most humans just a tad too oggly. When Firebottom…
17
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (2022)
★ 8.2/10Also animation and family
The unlikely friendship of a boy, a mole, a fox and a horse traveling together in the boy's search for home.
18
Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans (2021)
★ 7.5/10Also animation and family
The Guardians of Arcadia reunite to battle the nefarious Arcane Order, who've reawakened the primordial Titans.
19
Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey! (2009)
★ 6.5/10Also animation and family
The film chronicles George's adventures as he befriends Kayla, a baby elephant, at a magic circus show and helps her travel across the country to be reunited with her family.Accompanied by his friend, the Man with the…
20
The Miracle Maker (2000)
★ 6.2/10Also animation and family
A mother and father in search of help for their sick daughter cross paths with an extraordinary carpenter named Jesus, who has devoted his life to spreading God's word. An amazing miracle brings to light the true…