Movies like ParaNorman

The Nightmare Before Christmas, produced by Tim Burton, is a cult classic that fans of ParaNorman will likely enjoy for its unique aesthetic, memorable music, and quirky characters. This stop-motion musical tells the story of Jack Skellington from Halloween Town who becomes obsessed with Christmas.

Coraline is another visually captivating stop-motion adventure from the same creators of ParaNorman, Laika Studios. It tells the eerie and captivating story of a young girl who discovers a seemingly perfect parallel world that harbors dark secrets. Fans of ParaNorman's dark fantasy elements and unique animation style will find a lot to love in Coraline.

As another of Tim Burton's dark fantasy stop-motion films, Corpse Bride carries the gothic romanticism and visual flair that ParaNorman fans may desire. The movie dives into the story of a groom whisked away to the underworld, betrothed to a deceased bride, weaving a tale of love beyond the grave.

Monster House is a computer-animated film that presents a blend of humor and horror, making it a perfect companion to ParaNorman. The story follows three friends who discover their neighbor’s house is a living, breathing monster. The blend of suburban legend and childhood bravery will appeal to those who appreciate ParaNorman's tone.

Although Hotel Transylvania uses computer animation rather than stop-motion, its humor and family-friendly take on classic monsters align well with ParaNorman's sensibilities. It offers a comedic look inside Dracula's high-end resort for monsters, away from the human world.

From the same studio that brought you ParaNorman, Kubo and the Two Strings is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant stop-motion fantasy. It centers on young Kubo's quest, armed with magical musical powers, as he battles gods and monsters to unlock the secrets of his legacy.

Tim Burton's Frankenweenie is a stop-motion film that shares the same spooky-yet-heartwarming atmosphere as ParaNorman. It revolves around a young boy who brings his beloved dog back to life, leading to unintended, sometimes humorous consequences. Its themes of friendship and the supernatural make it a great follow-up for ParaNorman enthusiasts.