Must Watch Animated Short Films On YouTube

20 June, 2025

Amid deadly persecution, a brave orphan uses art to revive her mother — a silent journey of survival, escape, and quiet heroism.

Rag Doll (2020)

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Can you outrun your fate? A man tries to stop a tragic event, again and again. Tense. Timeless. Thought-provoking—a must-watch animation online.

Destiny (2012)

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Black-and-white love, a red lipstick kiss, and flying paper planes. A romantic classic from Disney that says it all without a word.

Paperman (2012)

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A man weighed down by depression finds light in a stranger’s kindness—and a rain of pink, fluffy hope. A poetic short film available on YouTube.

Soft Rain (2023)

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Based on a true story, this animated short film showcases how a child’s home becomes a box. A war takes everything but not his will to survive.

The Box (2016)

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A boy finds his grandfather’s sketchbook and forgotten memories bloom. A touching tale of art, love and dementia is a must-watch on YouTube.

NAPO (2021)

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An Oscar-winning poignant, raw take on parents’ grief after school tragedy. No words. Just shadows, memories, and heartbreak.

If Anything Happens I Love You (2020)

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