You don’t have to be an animal rights activist to appreciate the themes, however, they will surely leave an impressionable impact on you.

See our selection of links of movies to watch to understand the situation of animals on our planet more, and explore our connection with them.

Liberated: Animal Rights Inspired Films

Animal rights issues are rarely explored in film. When they are, they have a powerful impact on audiences of all ages. You don’t have to be an animal rights activist to appreciate the themes, however, they will surely leave an impressionable impact on you. NOTE: Not all of these films are suitable for young children, and don’t be fooled by their childish, cartoon appeal. Some of these films are quite disturbing and confronting for even adult viewers.

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Top Animal Rights Movies to Show in Class

Showing thought-provoking films during class can be a super-effective way to teach students about animal rights issues—not to mention give you a little break from lecturing! Whether you plan a full-fledged lesson plan around one of these films or just need to fill an hour or two, the following options are sure to get your students thinking and inspire them to have compassion and take action for animals.

See PETA’s list of movies to show in classroom

Animal and Animal Activism Movies of 2021

Collection of Green Planet

Our personal picks

Okja: About a girl who must keep a powerful company from abducting her pal, a gentle beast.

My Octopus Teacher: A filmmaker forges an unusual friendship with an octopus living in a South African kelp forest, learning as the animal shares the mysteries of her world.