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Loved the vibe? Here are ten films that hit similar notes—with match scores, reasons to watch, and where to stream in the US.

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Why people love it

Maleficent (2014) stuck because it commits to its fantasy premise without apologizing—viewers remember set pieces and momentum as much as plot. Robert Stromberg's control of tone keeps the ride coherent. The fantasy and adventure blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 37m · ★ 7.1

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    1.Castle in the Sky (1986)

    8.0 · Adventure · Fantasy · Animation · 2h 5m

    Why you'll love it

    Castle in the Sky (1986) is the natural next step after Maleficent: same fantasy DNA, different perspective. The uplifting streak and adventure elevate it well above a simple genre exercise.

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    2.Stardust (2007)

    7.3 · Adventure · Fantasy · Romance · 2h 7m

    Why you'll love it

    Fans of Maleficent who respond to its fantasy will find Stardust (2007) immediately familiar. Both films share a adventure sensibility without ever feeling like carbon copies of each other.

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    3.The Little Mermaid (2023)

    6.3 · Adventure · Family · Fantasy · 2h 15m

    Why you'll love it

    There's a reason Maleficent fans keep landing on The Little Mermaid (2023) — the fantasy is unmistakably related even when the plots diverge. Both films operate on the same emotional frequency, especially in their third acts.

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    4.Beauty and the Beast (2017)

    7.0 · Family · Fantasy · Romance · 2h 9m

    Why you'll love it

    Beauty and the Beast draws from the same fantasy well as Maleficent, channeling family in ways that feel unmistakably related. The 2017 film makes a natural companion watch — similar in spirit but distinctly its own.

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    5.Beauty and the Beast (1991)

    7.7 · Romance · Family · Animation · 1h 24m

    Why you'll love it

    Beauty and the Beast (1991) captures the fantasy appeal of Maleficent without simply imitating it. The family streak running through both films is what puts Beauty and the Beast at the top of any "if you liked…" shortlist.

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    6.Cinderella (2015)

    6.8 · Romance · Fantasy · Family · 1h 45m

    Why you'll love it

    The fantasy appeal of Maleficent — that bittersweet edge, the family — translates cleanly into Cinderella (2015). Different setting, same essential satisfaction.

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    7.The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008)

    6.6 · Adventure · Family · Fantasy · 2h 30m

    Why you'll love it

    The filmmakers behind The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008) clearly understood what makes fantasy work — the same quality that keeps Maleficent rewatchable. Expect the same uplifting rhythm, executed with a fresh angle.

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    8.Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019)

    7.3 · Family · Fantasy · Adventure · 1h 59m

    Why you'll love it

    Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019) is the kind of film Maleficent fans discover and immediately send to their group chat. The fantasy overlap is real, but it's the uplifting emotional pull that seals the recommendation.

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    9.The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (2010)

    6.4 · Adventure · Family · Fantasy · 1h 53m

    Why you'll love it

    The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader shares Maleficent's gift for fantasy — the 2010 film delivers adventure without overstaying its welcome. Consider it required viewing once you've finished rewatching your first pick.

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    10.Enchanted (2007)

    6.8 · Comedy · Family · Fantasy · 1h 47m

    Why you'll love it

    Much of what makes Maleficent compelling — the fantasy, the family — shows up in Enchanted (2007) in a slightly different form. Both films understand that funny storytelling works best when it trusts the audience.

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FAQ

What should I watch after Maleficent?
Try Castle in the Sky, Stardust, The Little Mermaid—each shares DNA with Maleficent while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Maleficent?
Maleficent (2014) is best described as Fantasy, Adventure, Action, Family, Romance. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Maleficent part of a franchise?
Yes—it's part of the "Maleficent Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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