4 exciting animation movies your kids can look forward to in 2022 

From exciting sequels for familiar plots to entirely new ones, 2022 is surely packed with an array of highly anticipated animated movies for budding cinephiles and adults alike. With the pandemic still looming around, it is too soon to say which ones can be experienced at the theatre. But streaming platforms have definitely made them more accessible and easier to watch. Here are the top 4 animated movies to look forward to this year. 

Turning Red  
Director: Domee Shi 
Release Date: March 11 
Turning Red will be the first Disney movie of 2022, all thanks to Pixar. The intriguing plot follows Mei Lee, the 13-year-old protagonist who amusingly transforms into a giant red panda whenever she experiences excitement or emotion. What’s more is that it has been designed and produced as 3D film- and if all goes to plan, it will be released in theatres for audiences to experience in its full glory. However, due to the severity of the pandemic, currently it looks like it will be released on Disney+. 

Lightyear  
Director: Angus MacLane 
Release Date: June 17 
Loved by kids and adults alike, the Toy Story movie series needs no introduction at all. This time, one of its favourite characters gets his own spin off. In this film, Buzz Lightyear, the most famous astronaut amongst kids, will explore the universe to infinity and beyond. The film has a star-studded voiceover cast which includes Chris Evans and Taika Waititi. As of now, it has been scheduled to release in theatres this June. 

Minions: Rise of Gru  
Director: Kyle Balda 
Release Date: July 1 
The adorable minions are back again after a two-year-long delay due to the coronavirus pandemic. The movie will primarily focus on one character, Gru and follows his story of emerging as a villain amongst the rest of the minions. As of now, the movie is planned to release in theatres. 

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish  
Director: Joel Crawford 
Release Date: September 23 
After a long decade, audiences finally get to see Puss in Boots once again. The thrilling plot follows the talking feline finding a way to replenish the nine lives that he has lived through by now. It is scheduled for a theatre release this September.