Slightly more memorable than the others, and the origins of an iconic series within the Barbie Universe, the Fairytopia trilogy (and Mariposa, but eh). Mattel is far from the only company to do this, but it’s pretty noticeable here. However, it tends to be slightly controversial for perpetrating a lot of Anti-Semitic stereotypes within its villains ( this is a great article on it). It’s got nice themes and contains the original music which is a great nod to the original ballet performance. (Island Princess > this ☹)īased on Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s iconic ballet, Swan Lake, this is a classic Barbie movie it’s got magic, shape-shifting and a cute, oblivious prince for Odette, our traditional Barbie protagonist. In short, it just doesn’t have the impact of the rest of the movies on this list. The magic was interesting but I can’t get past “Flaries” as being the name of the fairies (ouch). The location shift to Paris is fun, and I thought the plotline was cute, albeit slightly boring. One of the more ‘recent’ movies, I really liked the subtle third wall break where Barbie is actually an actress starring in the Barbie movies. This is here because it’s more memorable than the honourable mentions, but bottom of the pack as I do not remember much of it, except for the fact that it was really long and that Barbie wore a beautiful, iconic ball gown peacock dress. I’ve heard this was great, but I’ve never seen it and honestly I was annoyed enough after having this ad play on each Barbie movie DVD to never watch it.The first of the Barbie movies! What would we do without her? That being said, the animation and adaptation has aged poorly.It had an environmental awareness message, which was great, but warped the traditional Thumbelina storyline irrevocably and badly.If your favourite lies amongst the most recent Barbie movies and you don’t have that nostalgia for the truly great second-generation Barbie, I fear for you.īefore I begin, some honourable mentions: Today we’re ranking the 10 best Barbie movies, and the classics, really. Note: I reached out, I polled, I researched. So how to rank them? I know better than anyone that a Barbie movie watched by millions can actually be a really personal experience, and that your favourite Barbie movie might be truly close to your heart. These 36 movies are all iconic and beloved in their own ways.

It has touched millions of hearts recognisable for their amazing songs, love of sparkles, and Miss Barbie herself.

The Barbie Cinematic Universe is perhaps the most iconic animated universe alongside Pixar (it has the conspiracy theories to match). But which ones reign supreme on a glittery throne? This article aims to find out. The 36 Barbie movies that make up the lovingly dubbed “Barbie Cinematic Universe” are arguably among the best animated movies of all time.

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