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10 Best Movies Like Chibi Maruko-chan

If you loved Chibi Maruko-chan, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Rudolf the Black Cat

Rudolf the Black Cat

2016★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Chibi Maruko-chan for fans of Animation & Comedy & Family. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Rudolf, a black stray cat, is suddenly separated from his beloved master. He unexpectedly wakes up in a long-distance truck that takes him to metropolis Tokyo. There, he meets Ippa...

#2
The Case of Hana & Alice

The Case of Hana & Alice

2015★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Chibi Maruko-chan for fans of Animation & Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

After transferring to Ishinomori Middle School, Tetsuko "Alice" Arisugawa overhears her classmates discussing a strange rumor. The previous occupant of her seat, a nondescript "Jud...

#3
My Neighbors the Yamadas

My Neighbors the Yamadas

1999★ 7.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Chibi Maruko-chan for fans of Animation & Comedy & Family. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

The Yamadas are a typical middle class Japanese family in urban Tokyo and this film shows us a variety of episodes of their lives. With tales that range from the humorous to the he...

#4
Monster Family 2

Monster Family 2

2021★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Chibi Maruko-chan for fans of Animation & Comedy & Family. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

To free Baba Yaga and Renfield from the clutches of Monster Hunter Mila Starr, the Wishbone Family once more transforms into a Vampire, Frankenstein's Monster, a Mummy and a Werewo...

#5
StarDog and TurboCat

StarDog and TurboCat

2019★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Chibi Maruko-chan for fans of Animation & Comedy & Family. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

When vigilante cat, Felix, and loyal canine, Buddy, set out to find Buddy’s lost owner, they discover not only the power of friendship, but their inner superpowers along the way....

#6
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules

2022★ 6.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Chibi Maruko-chan for fans of Animation & Comedy & Family. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

As a new school year begins, Greg is subject to relentless teasing from his brother Rodrick. Will Greg manage to get along with him? Or will a secret ruin everything?...

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