Recommended for you

Start writing a post

Entertainment

13 Underrated Sequels To Classic Disney Movies

Don't miss out on the return of your favorite characters!

Jessica Theroux

Jul 09, 2018

Rhode Island College

175

13 Underrated Sequels To Classic Disney Movies

YouTube

As anyone who grew up watching the Disney classics (Lion King, Little Mermaid, Cinderella, etc.), I have a deep love for Disney movies. Truthfully, I am always up for watching them, no matter how many times I've seen them. Even though I am a firm believer that the originals are always better than the sequels, I will say that Disney managed to create some fabulous films to follow their already successful creations. Here's a list of some of the best, and in my opinion most underrated, Disney sequels.

Note: I am just including Disney movies, not Disney Pixar. No, I did not forget Finding Dory or The Incredibles 2.

1. "Lion King 1 1/2"

In a hilarious retelling of "The Lion King," we get the story from Timon and Pumbaa's point of view. This is definitely a favorite, and I highly recommend it.

2. "Lion King 2: Simba's Pride"

This story actually follows Simba's daughter, Kiara, and Scar's sucessor, Kovu, and their forbidden love. It has the same characters you love from the original, plus some new songs which are amazing!

3. "An Extremely Goofy Movie"

To be honest, I feel like "A Goofy Movie" is underrated to begin with. In the sequel, Max is going off to college, only to find out that Goofy has decided to go back to school! There's a lot more father/son bonding in this one, plus, Goofy dances disco.

4. "Return to Neverland"

"Peter Pan" is one of my all time favorites, so it's no surprise that I love the sequel. Wendy is all grown up in this movie, but her daughter Jane gets an adventure to Neverland. She doesn't believe in her mother's stories about Neverland, so she is in for a crazy time when Captain Hook kidnaps her to get to Peter Pan. I highly recommend watching this if you've never seen it!

5. "The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea"

This sequel is about Ariel's daughter, Melody, who discovers her mother's secret past of being a mermaid. The songs in this one aren't quite as iconic, but getting to see Ariel return to her buddy Flounder makes up for it.

6. "Aladdin and the King of Thieves"

Not only do we get more Aladdin in this movie, but we find out more about his family. Aladdin's father is still alive, so he tries to track him down. This sequel is fast-paced and has more Robin Williams, so it's definitely worth the watch!

7. "Cinderella II: Dreams Come True"

With three short stories, we see what Cinderella's life is like after marrying Prince Charming. The mice are back, the Fairy Godmother is back, and the stepsisters even make an appearance. It's a cute movie to see, especially if you like "Cinderella."

8. "Cinderella III: A Twist in Time"

I will confess, I like this movie better than "Cinderella II." The story is that the Fairy Godmother's wand falls into the hands of the Evil Stepmother. She turns back time and makes it so that the glass slipper fits Anastasia. Cinderella and the mice have to find a way to change things back before it's too late.

9. "Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure"

I love dog movies, so watching Lady and Tramp's puppy as he gets into all kinds of trouble makes for a great movie!

10. "101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure"

Once again, dog movies are the best. Patch is one of the 101, but he wants to be "one of a kind." It's definitely cute to get a movie that focuses more on the puppies and their adventures!

11. "The Tigger Movie"

We return to the Hundred Acre Wood for this movie, but we follow Tigger instead. He is determined to find more tiggers like himself, and he discovers who his true family is.

12. "Lilo and Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch"

"Lilo and Stitch" is one of my all-time favorites, so any sequel is bound to be a hit. In this movie, we see more of the friendship between Lilo and Stitch, as well as a blossoming relationship between Nani and David. I highly recommend this return to Hawaii if you enjoyed the first one!

13. "Kronk's New Groove"

Ok, "The Emperor's New Groove" is a top notch Disney movie. It's hilarious, it's fast-paced, and it has a great redemption arc for Kuzco. In "Kronk's New Groove," we get to know more about the lovable sidekick, including the talking squirrel and a new love interest. This is a must-see for lovers of the original!

Report this Content

This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Smith College

89775

college students waiting in a long line in the hallway

StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

waitlisted

Swoon

Navigating the Talking Stage: 21 Essential Questions to Ask for Connection

It's mandatory to have these conversations.

National Writers Society

152191

a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less

single life

Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

Marist College

62085

loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets

StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less

Recommended for you

13 Underrated Sequels To Classic Disney Movies

Don't miss out on the return of your favorite characters!

1. "Lion King 1 1/2"

2. "Lion King 2: Simba's Pride"

3. "An Extremely Goofy Movie"

4. "Return to Neverland"

5. "The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea"

6. "Aladdin and the King of Thieves"

7. "Cinderella II: Dreams Come True"

8. "Cinderella III: A Twist in Time"

9. "Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure"

10. "101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure"

11. "The Tigger Movie"

12. "Lilo and Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch"

13. "Kronk's New Groove"

Subscribe to our Newsletter

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

It's mandatory to have these conversations.

1. What do you do for a living?

2. What's your favorite color?

3. Do you have any siblings?

4. What's your favorite television show?

5. When is your birthday?

6. What's your biggest goal in life?

7. If you had three wishes granted to you by a genie, what would they be?

8. What's your favorite childhood memory?

9. If you could change one thing about your life, what would it be?

10. Are you a cat or a dog person?

11. Do you believe in a religion or any sort of spiritual power?

12. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

13. What is your ideal date night?

14. Who was/is your celebrity crush?

15. What's a good way to cheer you up if you're having a bad day?

16. Do you have any tattoos?

17. Can you describe yourself in three words?

18. What makes you the most nervous in life?

19. What's the best gift you have ever received?

20. What do you do to relax/have fun?

21. What are your priorities at this phase of your life?

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

Ingredients

Instructions

Ingredients

Instructions

Trending Topics

Top Creators

Trending Stories

Best of Entertainment

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments

Subscribe to our
Newsletter