First airing in 1969 with Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!, fans of all ages and throughout multiple generations love coming back to see their favorite teenage detective gang solving spooky mysteries. Along with their cowardly-lovable pup Scooby-Doo the gang consists of team leader Fred Jones, the brains Velma Dinkley, the intuitive Daphne Blake, and the strong appetite of Shaggy Rogers as Mystery Incorporated, and an extensive roster of guest stars, solve a mixture concocted hoaxes and supernatural threats.
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Produced by cartoon legends William Hanna and Joseph Barbera, Scooby-Doo's first television series inspired countless spinoffs and continuations, including made-for-television, home-video-release, and theatrical movies. While some of the best Scooby-Doo movies are mostly crafted in 2D animation, the Scooby gang has had stints in live-action, 3D animation, gotten the Lego treatment, and even puppet form, and saw its first entry into adult animation with Velma starring Mindy Kaling, last January.
22 'Scooby-Doo and the Legend of the Vampire' (2003)
IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
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Largely celebrated for being the return of fan-favorite characters The Hex Girls, Scooby-Doo and the Legend of the Vampire sees the mystery crew going up against the most powerful vampire monster they've ever faced. The film sees the gang traveling to Vampire Rock, Australia for a music contest, with many of the signed-on bands and performers being kidnapped by vampires in the days leading up to the event. It becomes up to the mystery crew to uncover the truth behind these blood-sucking creatures before the entire concert gets canceled.
While it's certainly nice to see the Hex Girls returning to be a part of the fray once again, Legend of the Vampire has many fans divided due to its distinct shift in tone compared to previous direct-to-video films. This late 90s and early 2000s era of Scooby-Doo was largely defined by a distinctly darker tone and actual supernatural monsters, with Legend of the Vampire returning to the comedic lighter tone and monsters that aren't real. While it was disappointing to fans of the era, 20+ years of contextualization and reevaluation have had many fans love the film for its distinct charm and combination of the darker and comedic styles.
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21 'Scooby-Doo! and the Gourmet Ghost' (2018)
IMDb Rating: 6.5/10
Even from the early years of Scooby-Doo, celebrity crossovers and appearances have been a part of the brand and style, something that while jarring to some still makes for some great comedy in the modern era. One of the most surprising yet hilarious celebrity crossovers comes from Scooby-Doo! and the Gourmet Ghost, notable for its prominent usage of celebrity chef Bobby Flay, who voices himself in the film. The film sees the gang visiting a culinary resort run by Flay before a mysterious ghost attacks the guest and begins destroying the resort, leaving it up to the gang to stop the ghost and solve the mystery.
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By this point in the Scooby-Doo franchise, the creatives are completely aware of the absurdity and comedy that comes from having an outlandish celebrity guest in a primary role, so they wholly lean into this fact to make for a hilarious fun time. From making Flay the canonical uncle of Fred to an ongoing subplot about the tendencies of Flay's pet cat, the film is completely aware of its own absurdity and plays into this absurdity as its greatest strength.
Scooby-Doo and the Gourmet Ghost
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- Release Date
- August 28, 2018
- Director
- Doug Murphy
- Cast
- Giada de Laurentiis , Bobby Flay , Grey Griffin , Maya Haile , David Kaye , matthew lillard
- Runtime
- 77
- Main Genre
- Animation
20 'Chill Out, Scooby-Doo!' (2007)
IMDb Rating: 6.5/10
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A classic Scooby-Doo mystery on the backdrop of a frigid wintery domain, Chill Out, Scooby-Doo! sees the gang's planned trip to Paris taking an unexpected detour when Shaggy and Scooby miss their flight and end up on a skydiving expedition in the Himalayas. As if this massive shift in expectations wasn't bad enough, they find themselves on the run from the dangerous abominable snow monster once they land, leaving it up to the gang to take down another mysterious monster.
Chill Out, Scooby-Doo! shows that something as seemingly simple as a setting change can leave a major impact on the pacing and creative possibilities in a Scooby-Doo story. The Himalayas are unlike any other location the gang has been in before or since, allowing for comedic possibilities that weren't possible in the past, especially when combined with the classic yet inventive take on the abominable snowman. It makes for an exciting fun watch for those looking for a wintertime take on Scooby-Doo that doesn't have to do with the holiday season.
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19 'Scooby-Doo! Pirates Ahoy! (2006)
IMDb Rating: 6.5/10
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Pirates are a classic archetype and element that can be relayed on any number of established cartoon characters and franchise in able to provide a comedic twist on things, with Scooby-Doo's take on pirates coming in the form of Scooby-Doo! Pirates Ahoy!. The film sees the gang taking a cruise into one of the most mysterious places on Earth, the Bermuda Triangle, yet things manage to turn terrifying quickly when the passengers of the cruise are taken control by a deadly, ghost pirate in search of a Bermuda treasure.
What starts off as a simple concept of Scooby-Doo combined with pirates quickly transforms into one of the most intricate and chaotic mysteries in the entire series, making for a wildly complicated yet undeniably compelling viewing experience. From mass hypnotism and kidnapping to meteors that are hundreds of years old and the importance of cartography, Pirates Ahoy is the gift that keeps in giving in terms of absurdist addendums to the overarching mystery.
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Scooby-Doo! Pirates Ahoy!
NR
Fantasy
Animation
Comedy
Family
Mystery
Adventure
- Release Date
- September 19, 2006
- Director
- Chuck Sheetz
- Cast
- Casey Kasem , Frank Welker , Mindy Cohn , grey delisle , Ron Perlman , Freddy Rodriguez , Tim Conway , Edie McClurg , Kathy Najimy , Arsenio Hall , Dan Castellaneta
- Runtime
- 71 minutes
18 'Scooby-Doo & Batman: The Brave and the Bold' (2018)
IMDb Rating: 6.5/10
One of the many times that Scooby-Doo has directly crossed over with another cartoon series, Scooby-Doo & Batman: The Brave and the Bold seems like a combination that wouldn't work together, but the two universes complement each other perfectly. The film sees the Mystery Inc. gang teaming up with Batman and his allies in order to defeat a dastardly gang of villains from Gotham, combining their strengths as detectives and mystery solvers to become an unstoppable team.
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Batman: The Brave and the Bold was already a much more comedic and light-hearted rendition of the caped crusader in animation, so its world and cast managed to work unexpectedly well alongside the Scooby-Doo cast. More than just an effective crossover between the two iconic franchises, however, the film acts as a great love letter and sendoff to Brave and the Bold as a series, as it was released 7 years after the series had ended in 2011. Especially for fans of the original show, this unexpected crossover is a must-watch experience.
Scooby-doo & Batman: The Brave and The Bold
NR
Animation
Action
Comedy
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- Release Date
- January 31, 2018
- Runtime
- 110
17 'Scooby-Doo! Mask of the Blue Falcon' (2012)
IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
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Scooby-Doo! Mask of the Blue Falcon is an exciting animated crossover that includes fan-favorite characters Blue Falcon and Dynomutt. It's the 19th direct-to-video Scooby movie and it depicts the events following Mr. Hyde's decision to unleash mischievous monster bats, creepy slimey creatures, and bloodthirsty hounds at a convention. The gang works together to round these up before the event is completely ruined.
It has a straightforward and predictable plot, but that doesn't stop the film from being amusing from start to finish. The brilliant and gut-busting ways the Mystery Inc. team figures out how to stop each horrific creature can be genuinely surprising at times, making the end result all the more satisfying.
16 'Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy' (2014)
IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
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Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy is the most prominent example of how to not judge a Scooby-Doo film by its title, as even the strangest and most confusing of titles can result in exceptional, stand-out entries in the series. The film sees the gang traveling to Transylvania, Pennsylvania after learning that Velma has inherited a cursed castle from her great-great uncle. Once they arrive, however, they soon find themselves caught up in an array of curses and unexplainable creatures.
Frankencreepy excels at leaning into the chaos and absurdity of its title and premise, ranging from over-the-top curses to having Velma being hypnotized into a villainous role. It acts as a beautiful love letter not only to the classic humor of the original series but numerous callbacks and references for deep-cut fans to enjoy as well. While its title certainly seems like it wouldn't be worth its while, Frankencreepy has a surprising amount of charm and depth that makes it worth the watch.
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15 'Scooby-Doo! Shaggy's Showdown' (2017)
IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
Scooby-Doo's take on an animated Western film, Scooby-Doo! Shaggy's Showdown sees the gang visiting a dude ranch, having heard that the nearby town is being haunted by a ghostly cowboy known as Dapper Jack. As they adapt to the western town and attempt to solve the mystery of this cowboy ghost, their adventure proves to become much more complicated when they learn that Dapper Jack is a long-lost relative of Shaggy.
While many of the Scooby-Doo specials during the late 2010s fell into the same ruts of repeating and continuing what had already been done in the past, Shaggy's Showdown takes a unique approach by giving Shaggy a personal connection to the mystery. It lends itself to a lot of great character moments between Shaggy and Scooby, evolving their relationship and adding a unique dynamic to their friendship. The film also fully commits to its Western theming, with a great deal of exciting gunfights, horseback riding, and just about everything someone would want from a Western Scooby-Doo film.
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14 'Scooby-Doo! Legend of the Phantosaur' (2011)
IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
Most commonly recognized by fans as the film where Shaggy gets tough and takes down an entire bar full of bikers by himself, Scooby-Doo! Legend of the Phantosaur has become one of the most iconic and defining chapters of the series during the 2010s. The film sees the gang attempting to uncover the mystery of the dangerous Phantosaur, an ancient dinosaur ghost legend that has come to life to protect the treasures of the desert. However, Shaggy with his newfound bravery proves to have exactly what it takes to face the Phantosaur head-on.
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It's difficult to find a 2010s Scooby-Doo experience more charming than the one that features ghost dinosaurs and a powerful, butt-kicking Shaggy, with the entire film being filled with this level of over-the-top charm and comedy. Even outside of the specific moments that have become infamous in online spaces, the mystery and pacing of Legend of the Phantosaur make it a joy to watch unfold, with Shaggy's brave antics growing funnier and funnier as the film goes on.
13 'Scooby-Doo in Where's My Mummy?' (2005)
IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
While the gang has faced a wide variety of different mummies over the years, Scooby-Doo! in Where's My Mummy? takes the cake for the highest stakes and best rendition of a mummy story in the franchise. The film sees the gang working with an archaeology team in order to restore the Sphinx, in the process uncovering the long-lost catacombs of Cleopatra's tomb. It doesn't take long, however, before Cleopatra's curse begins to affect the surrounding land, bringing back to life a powerful army of undead warriors.
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Where's My Mummy? has a sense of massive scale and grandiose nature that few other Scooby-Doo films have, seeing the gang deal with an entire army's worth of monsters while solving the mystery at hand. It increases the stakes considerably to have the gang traverse through the ancient tomb against an increasingly powerful undead army, as well as making the corresponding solution to their mystery all the more chaotic and high-scale
12 'Scooby-Doo! and the Loch Ness Monster' (2004)
IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
The Loch Ness Monster is one of the most iconic fables in the world of mysterious monsters, so it would only be a matter of time before Scooby-Doo would have its hand at telling a story surrounding the mythical creature. Scooby-Doo! and the Loch Ness Monster sees the gang traveling to Scotland to visit Daphne's cousin and witness the annual Highland Games. However, they soon find themselves being terrorized by the infamous Loch Ness Monster, being sprung into action to solve the mystery before it can impact the games.
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Scooby-Doo! and the Loch Ness Monster certainly doesn't disappoint when it comes to the scale and magnitude of the titular creature, lending itself to some instantly iconic chase sequences that live up to its massive stature. The film also got plenty of bonus points from fans thanks to the timing of its release, coming out the same year as the controversial live-action Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed, and in comparison, being a much more honest and classic Scooby-Doo adventure.
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11 'Big Top Scooby-Doo!' (2012)
IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
A rewatchable direct-to-DVD entry in the Scooby-Doo movies, Big Top Scooby-Doo sees the gang travel towards Atlantic City for a well-deserved chill holiday. Of course, that's not what happens when they arrive, as they discover a big top circus tent surrounded by ravenous werewolves. Soon, the members of the gang transform into talented circus performers themselves to solve the problem.
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With Daphne practicing her comedic skills as a clown and Scooby doing his best to perform tricks in hilarious yet entertaining ways, there's a lot to love about this film. It may not have the most exciting mystery ever, but it's a great one to see for tons of fun from the main characters.
10 'Scooby-Doo and the Reluctant Werewolf' (1988)
IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
Scooby-Doo was an instant classic animated show when it was aired back in 1969 and would receive several spin-offs. One such spark to keep the franchise feeling fresh was the introduction of Scrappy-Doo in 1979. Fans would have fun following the overly-confident nephew of Scooby in numerous shorts, TV series, and eventually a series of three films, including Scooby-Doo! and the Reluctant Werewolf. This would be Scrappy's last appearance until the 2002 live-action installment.
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Scooby-Doo! and the Reluctant Werewolf follows Scooby and Scrappy, both voiced by Don Messick, and Shaggy, Casey Kasem, who voiced Shaggy for 28 years, as they gather at Dracula's castle for the Monster Road Rally. In a fun twist of events, Shaggy is turned into a werewolf, and it's up to his pals to help him win the race and transform back to human form.
9 'Scooby-Doo and the Ghoul School' (1988)
IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
Scooby-Doo and the Ghoul School is part of a series of made-for-television specials alongside The Reluctant Werewolf and once again stars just Scooby, Shaggy, and Scrappy and not the entire Mystery Inc. gang. Upon being hired as gym teachers, the three friends soon figure out that Ms. Grimwood's Finishing School for Girls is a school for paranormal students.
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Frightened upon their realization, the trio is introduced to the students; Sibella the vampire and Dracula's daughter, Winnie the howling werewolf; the re-animated Elsa Frankenteen, Phantasma the ghost, and the youngest of the bunch, Tanis, the daughter of the Mummy. After 30 years, the five girl ghouls would appear in 2018's OK K.O! Let's Be Heroes episode "Monster Party."
8 'Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra Doo!' (2009)
IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra Doo! follows the gang as they travel to O'Flannery Castle, Home of Whirlen Merlin's Academy of Magic, to check in on Velma's younger sister Madelyn (Danica McKellar). The gang finds the castle under attack by the legendary Griffin, an eagle creature with a lion-like body. Through investigating O'Flannery's past, facing a Banshee and a series of suspicious characters, the gang attempts to solve the case.
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Abracadabra Doo! features the first voice performance of Matthew Lillard as Shaggy. Lillard is most recognizable as Shaggy in the Scooby Doo live-action installments written by James Gunn. While those films fail to rank high on IMDb's user ratings, Lillard's great performance as the frightened and lovable goof translates perfectly into his vocal performance of the iconic character. Abracadabra Doo! is also noted to be a design return for the gang as they all dawn their original trademark outfits.
7 'Scooby-Doo and the Alien Invaders' (2000)
IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
Most known for depicting classic monsters and horror creatures Scooby-Doo and the Alien Invaders was a playful step into science fiction. Playing much like campy UFO flicks from the '50s depicting strange encounters with extraterrestrial life, the story finds Scooby and Shaggy lost in the desert and abducted by aliens! However, not is all as it seems.
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Alien Invaders sees the entire gang with an updated voice cast, including Scott Innes as both Shaggy and Scooby, Mary Kay Bergman as Daphne in sadly her last role before her passing in 1999, B.J. Ward as Velma, and Frank Welker in his longstanding vocal performance as Fred. The cast also features a hippy love interest, Crystal, and her dog Amber, both voiced by Candi Milo, for Shaggy and Scooby drop head over heels for.
6 'Scooby-Doo! Stage Fright' (2013)
IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
Scooby-Doo! Stage Fright takes a page from the Phantom of the Opera, featuring a villain named The Phantom, who haunts an old opera house. As Fred boasts his guitar skills, the gang travels to Chicago to appear in Daphne's favorite show, "Talent Star"; they are made aware that the old opera house is haunted. The Phantom is hellbent on a certain contestant winning the contest. However, the hijinx never ends as multiple Phantoms are revealed.
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Stage Fright features an even further updated voice cast, including Matthew Lillard as Shaggy, after playing the character in the 2002 and 2004 live-action films, prolific voice actor Grey DeLise as Daphne, Mindy Cohn as Velma and returning as always is Welker as Fred, and also voicing Scooby. Providing their vocal cords in guest appearances are notable actors Vivica A. Fox, Wayne Brady, and Peter MacNicol as the gang tries to unravel the mystery of The Phantom in a classic revealed hoax.
5 'Scooby-Doo Meets the Boo Brothers' (1987)
IMDb Rating: 6.9/10
Scooby-Doo Meets the Boo Brothers is the first made-for-television movie for the Scooby-Doo franchise airing on syndication on October 18th, 1987. Like its follow-up installments, Scooby-Doo and the Ghoul School and Scooby-Doo and the Reluctant Werewolf in 1988, they went back and forth using exclamation points after Scooby-Doo, the movie follows just Scooby, Shaggy and Scrappy-Doo alone on a chilling mystery.
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Featuring the original voice performances of Messick as Scooby and Scrappy and Kasem as Shaggy, the three pals travel to the plantation of Shaggy's late uncle to collect his inheritance, where the ghost of a confederate soldier and other frightening ghouls haunts them. Scrappy then calls the ghost exterminators The Boo Brothers made up of Meako, Freako, and Shreako. As a humorous homage to The Three Stooges, the Boo Brothers assist Shaggy in a series of clues to find the hidden jewels.
4 'Scooby-Doo and the Cyber Chase' (2001)
IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
Scooby-Doo and the Cyber Chase would become the final film produced by both Hanna and Barbera just before the passing of William Hanna, but the movie would receive praise for its exciting storyline despite the sad news. On some further somber notes, the movie was without the voice performance of Bergman as Daphne after her passing in 1999, so DeLise respectfully took over the role and has continued to reprise her performance of Daphne to this day.
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Scooby-Doo and the Cyber Chase see the team combat the Phantom Virus after being trapped inside the video game that was made about them, forced to beat the game to escape. In likely the film's most memorable sequence, the entire gang meets virtual throwback versions of themselves. The two mirrored groups are identical except for the virtual gang's simplified designs and costume differences for a humorous double dose of fun.
3 'Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare' (2010)
IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare takes the gang to summer camp as Fred returns to his childhood Camp Little Moose to be camp counselors; however, upon arrival, he finds the camp is nearly abandoned. Fred is then told that the campers were scared away by the legend of the Woodsman, a former camp counselor who was driven insane by pranks and returns to seek revenge. This fun summer camp setting makes for some charming laughs, and nostalgic scares as the Mystery Inc. gang finds those old campfire stories coming to life.
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Featuring the more recent casting of Lillard, Griffin, Cohn, and Welker as the gang, Camp Scare features many other renowned voice actors like Tara Strong, often portraying Harley Quinn, Phil LaMarr, known for many DC and Star Wars voices, Dee Bradley Baker who reprised his performance as the entire clone squad in Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 2, and Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill.
