Let's be honest. When songs are thrown willy-nilly into a movie, they can be a real buzz kill. You're totally in the moment and a tune comes in to summon a groan. However, if you recall your favorite musical movie, you can attest that not only did its songs end up added to your Spotify, but you even watched the movie for the songs. When done well, they enhance the movie. It's no secret that Disney has mastered this art with catchy tunes and snappy visuals. They have their formula down and other movies used different, equally exciting approaches. Scroll on to see if your favorite made it!
1. High School Musical
We may as well get this one out of the way. Who knew one could play basketball and sing! What team!?
2. School of Rock
If you watched this growing up, Jack Black probably played a role in unleashing your inner rocker, or rebel. This feel-good movie is built up to a musical number and certainly delivers attitude from start to finish.
3. Pitch Perfect
You're 100% lying if you claim you've never attempted the Cups song. Jam-packed with a dynamic cast, this one gives your favorite songs the acapella treatment and serious girl power. Plus you're in for tons of laughs.
4. Night Before Christmas
No biggie if you're singing this in July. This stop-motion seamlessly combines Halloween and Christmas, incidentally giving us songs to sing year round.
5. Enchanted
Enchanted brings cartoon world into ours with fairy tale cliches and of course animal friends. Executed with the perfect amount of wit, it comes off super charming and gets you singing along.
6. Camp Rock
Talk about a camp that rocks! Songs in here don't fall flat as each song enhances characters' personalities. Plus, you can't forget this epic last song!
7. Hairspray
Take a trip with John Travolta to the 60's in probably his most interesting role. This one is sure to make you nostalgic of a time you weren't alive for. Hairspray juggles more complex issues of the period with catchy tunes and hip dance moves.
8. Les Misérables
If you need a break from the upbeat songs, escape to 19th century France. This adaptation won't disappoint with a powerful story and songs to match.
9. Wizard of Oz
Set off to see the wizard and make sure to sing along on the way! Even if you haven't seen this one in years, you probably still know each song word for word.
10. Moana
Honestly, this is a placeholder for any given Disney princess movie. Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, you name it. However, not every one has The Rock. Disney is in total control of bringing characters to life with music all while furthering the plots. This is their way of saying "you're welcome".
Did your favorite musical movie make the list? Share your favorite!
