Magic stays perfect from start to finish in 10 Disney films, from Pirates to Encanto

Adventure on the Black Pearl

Directed by Gore Verbinski, the film introduces Jack with a comic entrance that captures his unpredictable nature. It combines swashbuckling action, supernatural horror, physical comedy and a score by Klaus Badelt and Hans Zimmer, while also working as a self-contained story.

Magic and family in Encanto

Encanto follows Mirabel Madrigal, the only member of her extraordinary Colombian family without a magical gift. When she learns their enchanted home is in danger, she may be the family’s last hope of saving its magic.

The film explores family pressures and generational trauma rather than relying on a traditional good-versus-evil conflict. Its characters include overburdened Luisa, seemingly perfect Isabela and scapegoated Bruno, while Colombian culture informs its clothing, flora and magical realism.

A world of wishes

Aladdin tells the story of a street-smart young man who frees a powerful, wish-granting Genie from a magic lamp. Aladdin disguises himself as a wealthy prince.