Movies Like Desolate, John

If you liked Desolate, John (2022), a animation and drama movie directed by Jared Dante Wangenstein, 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
Jonathan (2018)
★ 5.9/10Also drama and science fiction
Jonathan is a young man with a strange condition that only his brother understands. But when he begins to yearn for a different life, their unique bond becomes increasingly tested.
2
The Transformers: The Movie (1986)
★ 7.1/10Also animation and science fiction
The Autobots must stop a colossal planet-consuming robot who goes after the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. At the same time, they must defend themselves against an all-out attack from the Decepticons.
3
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…
4
Battle for Terra (2007)
★ 6.1/10Also animation and science fiction
A peaceful alien planet faces annihilation, as the homeless remainder of the human race sets its eyes on Terra. Mala, a rebellious Terrian teenager, will do everything she can to stop it.
5
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.
6
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.
7
The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act (2026)
★ 8.8/10Also animation and drama
With Caine gone and the circus dark, the cast are left with only the mistakes and traumas of their pasts to keep them company. As the prospect of eternity closes in around them, they discover the truth about the…
8
Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion (2014)
★ 7.3/10Also animation and science fiction
It is a dark time. The Jedi are no more, and the Empire rules the galaxy with an iron fist -- bringing tyranny to the Outer Rim world of Lothal. Their ominous presence is a cloud over the planet, squashing any hope of…
9
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.
10
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.
11
Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001)
★ 6.2/10Also animation and science fiction
Led by a strange dream, scientist Aki Ross struggles to collect the eight spirits in the hope of creating a force powerful enough to protect the planet. With the aid of the Deep Eyes Squadron and her mentor, Dr. Sid…
12
Green Lantern: Emerald Knights (2011)
★ 6.7/10Also animation and science fiction
As the home planet of the Green Lantern Corps faces a battle with an ancient enemy, Hal Jordan prepares new recruit Arisia for the coming conflict by relating stories of the first Green Lantern and several of Hal's…
13
Ben Gen 10 (2021)
★ 6.2/10Also animation and science fiction
When Ben meets a young Generator Rex on the run from a hostile Providence, he must work through a series of misunderstandings, and defeat the dark wizard Hex in order to save the world.
14
G.I. Joe: The Movie (1987)
★ 6.6/10Also animation and science fiction
G.I. Joe faces a new enemy as an ancient society of snake people known as Cobra-La try to forcefully take back the earth from those who drove them underground eons ago.
15
Almost Home (2014)
★ 6.3/10Also animation and science fiction
A group of aliens searching for a new planet on which to make home, with little success. Promotional short for Dreamworks Animation's forthcoming feature, Home.
16
Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)
★ 6.2/10Also animation and science fiction
As the Clone Wars sweep through the galaxy, Anakin Skywalker and his new Padawan learner Ahsoka Tano plunge into a dangerous mission to rescue the kidnapped son of crime lord Jabba the Hutt.
17
Transformers: Beginnings (2007)
★ 6.9/10Also animation and science fiction
On their home planet of Cybertron, the Autobots and Decepticons are involved in an explosive battle over the coveted AllSpark. With the fate of the universe at stake, the Autobots send it far from the reaches of the…
18
Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam (2010)
★ 7/10Also animation and science fiction
Chosen the world’s protector against the Seven Deadly Enemies of Man – pride, envy, greed, hatred, selfishness, laziness and injustice – young Billy Batson accepts his destiny as Captain Marvel. Battling alongside…
19
Hilda and the Mountain King (2021)
★ 7.5/10Also animation and drama
When Hilda wakes up in the body of a troll, she must use her wits and courage to get back home, become human again — and save the city of Trolberg.
20
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.