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10 Best Movies Like The Stand-In

If you loved The Stand-In, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
The Gruffalo's Child

The Gruffalo's Child

2011★ 6.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Stand-In for fans of Adventure. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A follow up to the 2009 animated feature and adapted from the childrens' book by Julia Donaldson and Alex Scheffler. The Gruffalo's child explores the deep dark wood in search of ...

#2
Scooby-Doo! and the Monster of Mexico

Scooby-Doo! and the Monster of Mexico

2003★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Stand-In for fans of Animation. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

A friend of Fred's, Alejo Otero, invites the Scooby gang to Veracruz, Mexico. There they find a monster, El Chupacabra, terrorizing the town....

#3
What's New, Scooby-Doo? Vol. 7: Ghosts on the Go!

What's New, Scooby-Doo? Vol. 7: Ghosts on the Go!

2006★ 9.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Stand-In for fans of Animation. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

In Ghosts On The Go, the gang crosses the Atlantic Ocean and takes on Europe! In Large Dragon at Large, the gang attends a Renaissance Faire, where a dragon interrupts their fun. W...

#4
The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar

The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar

2016★ 6.7

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Stand-In for fans of Family. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Set in the African savannah, the film follows Kion as he assembles the members of the 'Lion Guard'. Throughout the film, the diverse team of young animals will learn how to utilize...

#5
The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

1995★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Stand-In for fans of Animation. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

When a sudden shortage of water threatens all life in the great valley, The gang of young dinosaur must cooperate with a group of bullies to make a risky journey outside the valley...

#6
Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard

Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard

2009★ 5.7

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Stand-In for fans of Adventure. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Arthur answers a distress call from Princess Selenia, who is menaced by the nefarious Maltazard....