Movies Like Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Theatrical Preview

If you liked Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Theatrical Preview (2026), a animation and science fiction movie directed by Eric Robles and JJ Conway, 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
We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story (1993)
★ 6.1/10Also animation and science fiction
Captain New Eyes travels back in time and feeds dinosaurs his Brain Grain cereal, which makes them intelligent and non-violent. They agree to go to the "Middle Future" in order to grant the wishes of children in New…
2
Strange World (2022)
★ 6.2/10Also animation and science fiction
A journey deep into an uncharted and treacherous land, where fantastical creatures await the legendary Clades—a family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest, and by far most crucial, mission.
3
LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian (2026)
★ 6.7/10Also animation and science fiction
The Mandalorian and Grogu join their misfit allies for an epic party, celebrating their heroism. As friends regale the crowd with tales of their adventures, a pirate threat looms.
4
Hulk: Where Monsters Dwell (2016)
★ 6.6/10Also animation and science fiction
This All Hallows’ Eve, Nightmare is bent on conquering our waking world by crossing through the Dream Dimension, and converting each dreamer into a monster. Can Dr. Strange, Hulk and the Howling Commandos hold the line…
5
Atlantis: Milo's Return (2003)
★ 6.3/10Also animation and science fiction
Milo and Kida reunite with their friends to investigate strange occurances around the world that seem to have links to the secrets of Atlantis.
6
Ben 10: Secret of the Omnitrix (2007)
★ 7.5/10Also animation and science fiction
After a battle with Dr. Animo in a power plant, Ben notices something strange is happening with the Omnitrix but doesn't tell anyone. Tetrax arrives and tells them the Omnitrix is broadcasting a self-destruct signal…
7
Monsters vs Aliens (2009)
★ 6.3/10Also animation and science fiction
When Susan Murphy is unwittingly clobbered by a meteor full of outer space gunk on her wedding day, she mysteriously grows to 49-feet-11-inches. The military jumps into action and captures Susan, secreting her away to…
8
The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (1949)
★ 6.5/10Also horror and animation
A concise adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's "The Wind in the Willows" about Mr. Toad's motor mania, followed by a short retelling of Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" concerning schoolmaster Ichabod Crane.
9
Ben 10: Destroy All Aliens (2012)
★ 6.7/10Also animation and science fiction
Based on the original animated series Ben 10. Ben becomes targeted by an evil Mechamorph Warrior, named "Retaliator," who mistakenly blames Ben for something he did not do and attempts to destroy all aliens.
10
Titan A.E. (2000)
★ 6.6/10Also animation and science fiction
A young man finds out that he holds the key to restoring hope and ensuring survival for the human race, while an alien species called the Drej are bent on mankind's destruction.
11
Cranston Academy: Monster Zone (2020)
★ 6/10Also animation and science fiction
An intelligent 15-year-old high school student is unexpectedly transferred to a boarding school where he opens a portal of monsters from another dimension.
12
Coraline (2009)
★ 8/10Also animation and horror
Wandering her rambling old house in her boring new town, 11-year-old Coraline discovers a hidden door to a strangely idealized version of her life. In order to stay in the fantasy, she must make a frighteningly real…
13
Ben 10 vs. the Universe: The Movie (2020)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and science fiction
A blast from Ben's past returns to do double the damage on Team Tennyson and planet Earth itself, forcing Ben to go interstellar to save the day. Based on the 2016 reboot.
14
Nimona (2023)
★ 7.8/10Also animation and science fiction
A knight framed for a tragic crime teams with a scrappy, shape-shifting teen to prove his innocence.
15
Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (1998)
★ 7.7/10Also animation and mystery
After going their separate ways, Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred reunite to investigate the ghost of Moonscar the pirate on a haunted bayou island, but it turns out the swashbuckler's spirit isn't the only…
16
Nocturna (2007)
★ 7.1/10Also animation and mystery
An orphan boy named Tim is afraid of the dark. However, when the stars start going out in the sky, he finds himself exploring the world of the night, alongside his new friend, the Cat Shepherd.
17
An American Tail: The Mystery of the Night Monster (1999)
★ 6.3/10Also animation and mystery
Follow the clues to fun and excitement as the beloved little mouse takes on a big monster in this charming, full-length adventure. When a ferocious, mouse-nabbing creature puts fear into the hearts of New York City's…
18
Transformers Prime: Beast Hunters - Predacons Rising (2013)
★ 8/10Also animation and science fiction
Autobots, Decepticons, Predaking and Predacons form an unlikely alliance to battle a resurrected Unicron.
19
Scooby-Doo, Where Are You Now! (2021)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and mystery
After 52 years of solving mysteries, the Scooby gang reunite at Warner Bros. Studios to reminisce about their favorite cases and how they were filmed. But it turns out that the back lot may have its OWN monster…
20
Marvel Rising: Heart of Iron (2019)
★ 6.4/10Also animation and science fiction
Ironheart, AKA Riri Williams, is having difficulty adjusting to college life as the youngest student there when the college's engineering lab is demolished by an alien and her best friend is kidnapped. Inspired by Iron…