{"id":2000110731,"date":"2026-05-01T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/?p=2000110731"},"modified":"2026-05-01T14:48:49","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T12:48:49","slug":"five-must-watch-animated-movies-for-an-unforgettable-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/five-must-watch-animated-movies-for-an-unforgettable-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"Five must-watch animated movies for an unforgettable weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Here\u2019s a list of five of the hottest recent animated releases<\/strong>, perfect for your next movie binge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Hoppers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hoppers follows the story of Mabel, an animal-obsessed college student who transfers her mind into a robotic beaver to communicate with animals and protect their environment from destruction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, her well-intentioned actions spark an unexpected uprising. This 30th animated feature from Pixar has captivated audiences worldwide, grossing an impressive $375 million since its release. It\u2019s an exciting, heartfelt adventure that\u2019s perfect for all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The highly anticipated sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie takes Mario, Luigi, and their friends on a cosmic adventure in outer space. They meet Princess Rosalina and must stop Bowser Jr.’s plan to restore the Bowser family name by threatening the universe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it received mixed reviews from critics, the movie has already earned $835 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing film of 2026 so far. If you loved the original, this sequel is a must-see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Invincible:  Season 4<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Season 4 of Invincible picks up after the global catastrophe that rocked the previous season. Mark Grayson is dealing with guilt as he works to protect his loved ones and home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This season brings even more tension with the arrival of powerful new threats, including the Viltrumite War storyline and new antagonists like Thragg and Dinosaurus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With eight episodes packed with action and emotional moments, this season is perfect for anyone craving a mix of intense drama and superhero excitement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Primal: Season 3<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The third season of Primal takes us back to the brutal stone-age saga filled with minimal dialogue and raw action. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This series, known for its powerful animation and emotionally charged visuals, continues the journey of its two primal heroes as they navigate a dangerous and untamed world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re a fan of Genndy Tartakovsky\u2019s distinctive style, this action-packed, visually stunning series will definitely keep you hooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. KPop Demon Hunters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

KPop Demon Hunters follows Rumi, Mira, and Zoey, three K-pop idols who secretly fight supernatural forces to protect their fans. Their biggest challenge comes when a rival boy band of demons in disguise threatens the safety of their world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The film has been a massive success, winning Best Animated Feature at both the 98th Academy Awards and the Golden Globes. Its breakout song, \u201cGolden,\u201d made history by becoming the first K-pop track to win Best Original Song at the Oscars and Best Song Written for Visual Media at the Grammys. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With over 500 million views on Netflix, it has become the platform\u2019s most-watched animated original.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These five animated films are the perfect way to spend your weekend, whether you’re looking for high-energy action, heartfelt storytelling, or pure entertainment. From thrilling space adventures to stunning visual masterpieces, these films will keep you entertained and engaged throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With the weekend just around the corner, it\u2019s the perfect time to unwind and catch up on some great animated films. Whether you\u2019re relaxing alone or spending time with family, animated movies are a fantastic option for everyone. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":139,"featured_media":2000110742,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[151,69],"byline":[201],"hashtag":[],"class_list":["post-2000110731","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-entertainment","tag-editors-choice","tag-homehighlights","byline-rania-umutoni"],"bylines":[{"id":201,"name":"Rania Umutoni","slug":"rania-umutoni","description":"","image":{"id":0,"url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&f=y&r=g","alt":"Default avatar","title":"Default avatar","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","sizes":[]},"user_id":139}],"contributors":[{"id":201,"name":"Rania Umutoni","slug":"rania-umutoni","description":"","image":{"id":0,"url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&f=y&r=g","alt":"Default avatar","title":"Default avatar","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","sizes":[]},"user_id":139}],"featured_image":{"id":2000110742,"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kpop-Demon-Hunters.png","alt":"","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/png","width":900,"height":600,"sizes":{"thumbnail":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kpop-Demon-Hunters.png","width":150,"height":100},"medium":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kpop-Demon-Hunters.png","width":300,"height":200},"medium_large":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kpop-Demon-Hunters.png","width":768,"height":512},"large":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kpop-Demon-Hunters.png","width":900,"height":600},"full":{"url":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kpop-Demon-Hunters.png","width":900,"height":600}}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2000110731","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/139"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2000110731"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2000110731\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2000110744,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2000110731\/revisions\/2000110744"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2000110742"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2000110731"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2000110731"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2000110731"},{"taxonomy":"byline","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/byline?post=2000110731"},{"taxonomy":"hashtag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/hashtag?post=2000110731"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}