is a musical children's film that still keeps kids engaged nearly a decade after its release, but there are plenty of other upbeat family movies worth checking out too. Loosely based on the beloved troll doll toys created by Thomas Dam, the 2016 movie casts Anna Kendrick (Poppy) and Justin Timberlake (Branch) as mismatched trolls who must go on an epic adventure to rescue their kind from the evil Bergens. Besides the over-the-top colorful visuals and all-star cast, Trolls stood out because of its memorable soundtrack made up of recognizable pop songs.

The first movie was a smashing success, and Trolls was followed by two sequels, several TV shows, and even a few specials as well. Trolls is hardly the first children's film to combine eye-catching animation with toe-tapping tunes, but it's unique because it deftly mixes new songs with established classics, and cleverly integrates the music into the movie's fictional universe. Because the family film musical has been a popular genre for decades, there are plenty of excellent movies that could be considered contemporaries of Trolls.

The Angry Birds Movie brought the hit mobile game to the big screen, and despite being an adaptation, delivered a pretty compelling story. In the film, Red must team up with several other outcast birds to help save their peaceful island from the dastardly green pigs. The video game didn't offer much by way of story, but . Angry Birds might not be as bombastic as Trolls, but it's still an engaging family adventure.

Movies based on Dr. Seuss' works are decidedly hit or miss, but 2012's adaptation of . The classic story's environmental message is expanded as a young boy hopes to win the heart of a girl with a rare flower that doesn't grow in his desolate town. The Lorax is his usual grumpy self, and the movie has an indescribable style that only Seuss' drawings could convey.

Trolls fans will get a kick out of the movie's original soundtrack, and The Lorax features a handful of new songs written exclusively for the movie. Though it isn't a jukebox musical, The Lorax more than makes up for the recognizability factor by

Illumination has had very few misses, but 2011's hybrid animation film Hop is largely forgotten. This is unfortunate because it combines a lot of the elements that made movies like Trolls so popular. Newly acquiring the mantle of Easter Bunny, the titular rabbit runs away to California to pursue his dreams of becoming a musician instead. Hop was an ambitious move for Illumination, and

The music is top-notch, and the animation doesn't clash with the live-action sequences. While it may not be as eye-catching as its fully animated counterparts, Hop is a good alternative because it isn't particularly overstimulating.

Though family films often get a pass, . A dog named Max finds his world shattered when his owner adopts a new dog, and the two suddenly find themselves on a whirlwind adventure through New York City. Like Trolls, the two main characters in the film are polar opposites, and the bulk of the story comes from them trying to work together.

While the score by Alexandre Desplat is strong on its own, there isn't a lot of music aimed at kids. However, the unique visuals and child-friendly humor are enough to keep younger viewers engaged, and there are plenty of hidden details for adults to enjoy as well.

2015's Home is a big and ambitious animated film that came and went without much fanfare. Fortunately, . An outcast alien teams up with a young girl to find her mother after she becomes separated during the invasion of the Earth. Its heady alien invasion storyline might be a bit much for the younger kids, but

Home's soundtrack features music from pop stars like Rihanna and Charli XCX, and is a lot like Trolls in the way it combines traditional storytelling with a pop music flair. The movie is frequently a big hit on streaming, and Home was able to find its audience despite its poor reception upon release.

DreamWorks got off to a rocky start with The Road to El Dorado in 2000, but that doesn't mean the underrated animated musical isn't an excellent film. Set in the 1500s, the film follows two con-men who discover the mythical city of El Dorado, only to get caught in a web of local politics. , but El Dorado blows the former out of the water in the music department.

The soundtrack to The Road to El Dorado is a who's who of amazing musical talents, and . Hans Zimmer's score is epic, but it's the musical sequences that completely steal the show. The Road to El Dorado is the perfect movie for younger Trolls fans to begin experiencing more mature family films.

Disney's A Goofy Movie is a unique part of their 1990s filmography because it included one of their classic mascot characters in a totally new way. Goofy's teenage son Max is growing away from his dad, so the former plans a cross-country road trip in order to rekindle their bond. , but it isn't without nostalgic music as well. Though the soundtrack of A Goofy Movie might be a bit more dated than Trolls, it represents a fun slice of '90s nostalgia that's as enjoyable for parents as it is for kiddos.

2017's Coco was yet another smash hit for Walt Disney Animation, but it was so much more than a simple blockbuster. A young boy named Miguel dreams of being a musician, but his family's ban on music inspires him to travel to the underworld to meet his deceased musical idol. Hitting all the right notes,

While Trolls had its fair share of original music, Coco is exclusively soundtracked by new songs, and some are certified Disney classics. , and there are plenty of well-written earworms that are worth revisiting after the movie is over.

Music has always been an integral part of family films, but Happy Feet puts a clever spin on the age-old concept. Mumble is a young penguin who can't sing, but he is determined to defy tradition and use his amazing dancing skills to gain acceptance from his people. Directed by George Miller of Mad Max fame,

The music is fast-paced and fun, and . Trolls puts the music first and the story a distant second, but Happy Feet manages to blend the two together seamlessly.

If ever there was a film that rivaled Trolls in , 2016's Sing is the likeliest candidate. Buster Moon is desperate to save his failing theater, and he devises a singing competition that will help put his venue back on the map. Though the heroes are all animals instead of people, Sing tells a genuine story about hopes and dreams.

It features a similar vibrant visual style as , but is a bit more grounded in its execution. That being said, the soundtrack features an eclectic mix of old and new hits, and . Sing was followed by a sequel a few years later, and is one of Illumination's great franchises.