Another Top 10 Disney Movie Crossovers We Want
#10: “Ratatouille” (2007) & “The Rescuers” (1977)
Rodent protagonists interacting with humans form a common theme between these two film franchises, so a crossover seems like a natural step to take. Perhaps the Rescuers could be on a mission to Paris that requires Remy’s culinary expertise. Or maybe, they could meet up elsewhere while the rat chef is taking his talents abroad. Some potential obstacles to this crossover include the fact that Eva Gabor, who played Miss Bianca, is no longer with us, though a recasting could work. As well, there’s difference in animation formats, so some of the characters would look differently in 3D or 2D, but we’d still be keen.
#9: “Big Hero 6” (2014) & “The Incredibles” (2004)
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Each of these computer animated films deals with superhero teams, though their approach to them is quite different. “The Incredibles” features super powered individuals who are persecuted for their abilities, whereas “Big Hero 6” primarily sticks to technology-based heroism, which is generally well-received by the public. Having one take place after the other or having the two teams encounter each other and working together against a common enemy could be fun, while hopefully also exploring their respective experiences with people’s attitudes towards their superhero actions.
#8: “Peter Pan” (1953) & “Alice in Wonderland” (1951)
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In both of these classics of Disney animations, we see ordinary children drawn into strange and fantastical locales, with equally fantastic residents. Neverland and Wonderland are both very iconic and it’d be fascinating to see how the characters of both series would react to the others’ “land.” What would Alice do with the ability to fly? What would a trickster like Peter Pan get up to in Wonderland? Would Captain Hook try to seize control of Wonderland from the Queen of Hearts? The possibilities may “never” be as “wonderful” as our expectations, but we’d love to see Disney try to meet them just the same.
#7: “Hercules” (1997) & “Aladdin” (1992)
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“But wait a second,” we can hear you Disney-philes saying, “didn’t ‘Aladdin’ and ‘Hercules’ already have a crossover on television?” Well, yes, but just because a crossover exists, doesn’t mean every possibility that can be explored with the two stories has been. For one thing, a movie crossover could tell a bigger story than a television episode, though don’t get us wrong – Jafar and Hades teaming up is amazing. How about Genie joining the Greek Pantheon, big musical numbers, and/or maybe Hercules getting three wishes?
#6: “Wreck-It Ralph” (2012) & “The Incredibles” (2004)
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At first glance, this may appear like an odd pair of films to match up, but they each deal heavily with heroes and villains, as well as what that means to those striving for it. While the fact that one is set in the world of video games seems like a difficult barrier to overcome, we think there are some ways around that. For instance, what if “Wreck-It Ralph” is based on a villain from the real world who shares his digital counterpart’s existential crisis? Or, what if “The Incredibles” received a video game adaptation and ran into Ralph and company?
#5: “The Rescuers” (1977) & “The Great Mouse Detective” (1986)
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A pair of underrated Disney films, these two movies both center on heroic, adventurous duos of mice that investigate mysteries and help those in need. Basil of Baker Street and Dr. David Q. Dawson encountering Bernard and Miss Bianca, or vice versa, while on a case could make for a fun story, with their investigative styles clashing or maybe splitting up their usual duos for different dynamics between them. Like our previous entry involving “The Rescuers,” there could be casting issues, given that several of the voice actors are dead or retired, but animation is a lot easier to recast than live-action.
#4: “The Aristocats” (1970) & “One Hundred and One Dalmatians” (1961)
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We believe these two films would go better together than… well, cats and dogs. They each detail a group of pets pursued by somewhat bumbling human pursuers hoping to capture them for their own ends. Let’s say that, following her inability to ensnare the Dalmatians to fashion into clothing, Cruella De Vil decides to turn to another type of atypical, and illegal, fur – cats. The Dalmatians could help Duchess, Thomas, and the alley cats foil De Vil’s schemes - though if she seeks the assistance of Edgar Balthazar, they might be doomed from the start, considering he’s as big a blunderer as her other henchmen.
#3: “The Little Mermaid” (1989) & “Moana” (2016)
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Despite being separated by releases nearly 30 years apart and probably an ocean or two, these Disney films have plenty in common. Besides heavily featuring an ocean setting, both movies’ heroines seek to defy the expectations of their respective societies and deal with unexpected consequences for their actions. Maybe Moana and her people could encounter Ariel and the other residents of Atlantica while on their voyages for an adventure either above the waves or under the sea. Though the difference in animation styles could be tough to get used to, we wouldn’t mind seeing Ariel in 3D or Moana in 2D.
#2: “Frozen” (2013) & “Tangled” (2010)
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Though Disney has had a myriad of successful films of late, these two have arguably helped spearhead that accomplishment more than the others, so it’s only natural we want to see them cross over. Their animation styles are already pretty similar too. Although Rapunzel has a cameo at the coronation in “Frozen,” we’re eager for more substantial interactions between the residents of Corona and Arendelle. Perhaps a visit by one set to the other’s home – though Olaf might need to stay away from Corona’s warmer climate. Just don’t get us started on the fan theory connecting both of them to “The Little Mermaid!”
#1: “The Lion King” (1994) & “The Jungle Book” (1967)
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You may be wondering why we chose “The Jungle Book” for a crossover, instead of, say, “Tarzan,” since that takes place in Africa, like “The Lion King,” while “The Jungle Book” is set in India. Although that might be more geographically convenient, our picks focus more on the animal characters, aside from Mowgli. We’d love to see Simba or Scar go up against Shere Khan to finally settle the lions vs. tigers debate. Or maybe Baloo, Timon and Pumbaa could experience the “The Bare Necessities” of “Hakuna Matata.” Whatever happens, we want to see Pride Rock meet the jungle!
