Movies Like Adult Swim's The Elephant

If you liked Adult Swim's The Elephant (2025), a animation and science fiction movie directed by Rebecca Sugar and Ian Jones-Quartey, 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
Matriculated (2003)
★ 6.6/10Also animation and drama
The human resistance works to convert a sentinel to their side. Part of the Animatrix collection of animated shorts set in the Matrix universe.
2
Beyond (2003)
★ 7.3/10Also science fiction and animation
While looking for her cat, a young woman and some kids find an abandoned building where strange things happen and the rules of physics don't always apply. Part of the Animatrix collection of animated shorts set in the…
3
Kid's Story (2003)
★ 7.1/10Also science fiction and animation
A high school student is haunted by thoughts of "The Matrix" and a person named "Neo".
4
The Second Renaissance Part II (2003)
★ 7.5/10Also science fiction and animation
The battle for Earth turns against the humans, despite their infamous desperate act of blackening the skies.
5
Final Flight of the Osiris (2003)
★ 6.9/10Also science fiction and animation
Immediately before the events of The Matrix Reloaded, the crew of the hovercraft Osiris discovers a quarter of a million sentinels drilling through the surface of the earth towards the last human city of Zion. But can…
6
Strings (2004)
★ 6.6/10Also animation and drama
The story of Prince Hal who sets out to avenge his dead father against the city's rivals, the Zeriths, little knowing it was his wicked uncle Nezo who is the real killer, with his own designs on the throne.
7
Metropia (2009)
★ 6.1/10Also animation and drama
In the near future, oil reserves are nearly depleted and Europe is connected by series of underground tunnels. While navigating these tunnels, Roger hears voices, one in particular. Seeking a way to rid himself of the…
8
Normal (2003)
★ 6.7/10Also drama and tv movie
A Midwestern husband and father announces his plan to have a sex change operation.
9
Fire and Ice (1983)
★ 6.7/10Also animation and science fiction
The villainous Nekron and his mother, Queen Juliana, plot against the human race from their frigid fortress. Creating mass destruction with huge glaciers, mother and son incur the wrath of Larn, a warrior whose entire…
10
If Anything Happens I Love You (2020)
★ 7.7/10Also drama and animation
Grieving parents journey through an emotional void as they mourn the loss of a child after a tragic school shooting.
11
The Death of Superman (2019)
★ 7.5/10Also science fiction and animation
When a hulking monster arrives on Earth and begins a mindless rampage, the Justice League is quickly called in to stop it. But it soon becomes apparent that only Superman can stand against the monstrosity.
12
Meltdown: Days of Destruction (2006)
★ 6/10Also drama and science fiction
Despite scientist Nathan's warnings, his boss continues an experiment meant as publicity for his satellite firm: exploding an asteroid. Instead it splits, and the major piece, the size of Iceland, changes course to…
13
The Second Renaissance Part I (2003)
★ 7.4/10Also science fiction and animation
Tells the early history of how conflict began between the humans and machines. Part 1 of 2.
14
Stowaway (2021)
★ 6/10Also science fiction and drama
A three-person crew on a mission to Mars faces an impossible choice when an unplanned passenger jeopardizes the lives of everyone on board.
15
Collision Earth (2011)
★ 5.9/10Also science fiction and tv movie
A huge solar flare blasts Mercury out of it's orbit and provides it with an intense magnetic field and it's on collision course for Earth.
16
Superman/Batman: Apocalypse (2010)
★ 7.2/10Also science fiction and animation
Batman discovers a mysterious teen-aged girl with superhuman powers and a connection to Superman. When the girl comes to the attention of Darkseid, the evil overlord of Apokolips, events take a decidedly dangerous turn.
17
$9.99 (2009)
★ 5.9/10Also animation and drama
Have you ever wondered "What is the meaning of life? Why do we exist?" The answer to this vexing question is now within your reach! You'll find it in a small yet amazing booklet, which will explain, in easy to follow…
18
Ben 10 / Generator Rex: Heroes United (2011)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and science fiction
Ben Tennyson falls through a wormhole and encounters Rex. The two heroes must unite against a foe that can absorb their powers.
19
2073 (2024)
★ 6.8/10Also science fiction and drama
Inspired by Chris Marker's iconic 1962 featurette La Jetée; the year is 2073—a not-so-distant dystopian future—and the setting is New San Francisco, the scorched-earth tech-dominant police state where democracy and…
20
Snow Queen (2002)
★ 6.1/10Also science fiction and tv movie
Since a bitter winter storm stole the life of Gerda's mother, she and her father have sadly continued to run the remote hotel they call home. Lonely and isolated, Gerda's only joy is Kai, the handsome bellboy. A…