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The Fox and the Hound

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

The Fox and the Hound (1981) stuck because it commits to its adventure premise without apologizing—viewers remember set pieces and momentum as much as plot. Richard Rich's control of tone keeps the ride coherent. The adventure and animation blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 22m · ★ 7.1

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    1.Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)

    7.8 · Adventure · Animation · Comedy · 1h 27m

    Why you'll love it

    Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) is the kind of film The Fox and the Hound fans discover and immediately send to their group chat. The adventure overlap is real, but it's the funny emotional pull that seals the recommendation.

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    2.A Dog's Purpose (2017)

    7.6 · Adventure · Comedy · Fantasy · 1h 40m

    Why you'll love it

    A Dog's Purpose shares The Fox and the Hound's gift for adventure — the 2017 film delivers drama without overstaying its welcome. Consider it required viewing once you've finished rewatching your first pick.

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    • Wonder Project Amazon Channel
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    3.The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019)

    7.0 · Family · Comedy · Adventure · 1h 26m

    Why you'll love it

    Much of what makes The Fox and the Hound compelling — the adventure, the animation — shows up in The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019) in a slightly different form. Both films understand that funny storytelling works best when it trusts the audience.

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    4.Zootopia 2 (2025)

    7.6 · Animation · Comedy · Adventure · 1h 48m

    Why you'll love it

    The adventure energy of The Fox and the Hound is alive in Zootopia 2 (2025), filtered through a different story but the same emotional register. It earns its place on this list with a funny payoff that rivals the original pick.

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    5.Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure (2009)

    6.8 · Animation · Family · Adventure · 1h 21m

    Why you'll love it

    Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure (2009) operates in the same adventure as The Fox and the Hound, but with its own distinct voice and pacing. The uplifting payoff will feel satisfyingly familiar without retreading the same ground.

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    6.The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (2022)

    8.2 · Animation · Family · Adventure · 35m

    Why you'll love it

    The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (2022) belongs to the same conversation as The Fox and the Hound — both anchor their adventure in animation emotion that doesn't let go. The uplifting undercurrent connects them more than any plot summary would suggest.

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    • Apple TV
    • Apple TV Amazon Channel
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    7.White Fang (1991)

    6.7 · Action · Adventure · Drama · 1h 47m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Fox and the Hound's adventure stayed with you, White Fang (1991) delivers the same sensation through an entirely different story. The drama through-line is the real common thread between them.

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    8.Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco (1996)

    6.6 · Adventure · Comedy · Drama · 1h 29m

    Why you'll love it

    Where The Fox and the Hound excels in adventure, Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco (1996) doubles down on drama to comparable effect. The tonal similarities run deep enough that watching both back-to-back feels intentional.

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    9.Dog Man (2025)

    7.5 · Family · Comedy · Adventure · 1h 29m

    Why you'll love it

    Dog Man (2025) is the natural next step after The Fox and the Hound: same adventure DNA, different perspective. The funny streak and animation elevate it well above a simple genre exercise.

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    • Netflix
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    10.The Plague Dogs (1982)

    7.8 · Adventure · Animation · Drama · 1h 26m

    Why you'll love it

    Fans of The Fox and the Hound who respond to its adventure will find The Plague Dogs (1982) immediately familiar. Both films share a animation sensibility without ever feeling like carbon copies of each other.

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    • Fandor
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    • Shout! Factory Amazon Channel
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FAQ

What should I watch after The Fox and the Hound?
Try Fantastic Mr. Fox, A Dog's Purpose, The Secret Life of Pets 2—each shares DNA with The Fox and the Hound while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The Fox and the Hound?
The Fox and the Hound (1981) is best described as Adventure, Animation, Drama, Family. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The Fox and the Hound part of a franchise?
Yes—it's part of the "The Fox and the Hound Collection" storyline. You can enjoy it standalone, but sequels and tie-ins build on characters and continuity established here.

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