Movies like Frankenweenie

Directed by Tim Burton's frequent collaborator Henry Selick, The Nightmare Before Christmas is a beloved stop-motion classic that shares Burton's unique Gothic aesthetic and a charmingly morbid story, appealing to those who appreciate the tone and creativity of Frankenweenie.

Coraline is a visually stunning stop-motion adventure that, like Frankenweenie, delves into a dark yet whimsical world. Fans of Frankenweenie's quirky Gothic style and storytelling will be drawn to Coraline's exploration of an eerie alternate reality.

Another Burton stop-motion film, Corpse Bride continues the director's tradition of blending the macabre with the romantic. Fans of Frankenweenie will enjoy the similar visual style and the eccentric characters that navigate through the afterlife and love.

Monster House is a thrilling animated tale about a group of kids who discover their neighbor's house is a living, breathing monster. The combination of humor, scares, and animation makes it a great follow-up for fans of Frankenweenie.

ParaNorman is a stop-motion supernatural adventure featuring a young protagonist who can speak with the dead. Much like Frankenweenie, it combines dark humor with heart in a story that both kids and adults can enjoy.

Set in a world where mad science is the norm, Igor tells the story of a hunchbacked lab assistant with big dreams. Sharing a similar darkly comic sensibility to Frankenweenie, Igor offers an underdog story in a Gothic setting.