Disney movies are full of magic and wonder; it's therefore not that surprising that the characters in their films are also often quite mythical. With the upcoming Raya and the Last Dragon once again taking fictional creatures and bringing them to the screen, it's a good time to reflect on the many other magical animals and beasts that have appeared in the Disney archives.

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With many of these characters appearing multiple times across the company's history, due to their iconic designs and unique characteristics, there are certainly some memorable mythical monsters in Disney films. All of these creatures couldn't be found in the real world, but feel completely authentic in the House of Mouse.

All The Creatures (Onward)

Unicorns with their head in the trash as an elf looks on

It's difficult to pick just one character from Pixar's fantasy land created in Onward. The film is equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking, as it tracks the adventure of these two brothers who try to bring their late father back for one singular day.

Elves, goblins, fairies, and trash unicorns populate this mythical world, with each character being portrayed with a bit of a twist in comparison to what audiences have become used to. It's a brilliant movie with both beautiful animation and such inventive world-building.

Pete's Dragon (Pete's Dragon)

Pete and his dragon bonding in the forest

Pete's Dragon was a ridiculously underrated addition to Disney's archives — until the live-action remake. With the studio surprisingly revisiting this classic as part of its current line of remakes, new life was brought to the character.

The movie is perhaps one of the best fantasy movies of the past decade, as the heart and soul of Pete's Dragon were truly captured on screen in a way it hadn't been before. This green beast isn't quite like the other dragons from across cinema.

The Elements (Frozen 2)

Frozen 2 Bruni Fire Spirit

Though the franchise is famous for sidekick characters Olaf and Sven, Frozen 2 offers up a whole host of new mythical creatures for audiences to get to know. The sequel didn't just step it up a notch in terms of its animation, though.

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It brought in four new sets of supporting magical entities, each of which represented a different element. A firey lizard creature, autonomous wind, rock beasts for the Earth, and a water horse were all introduced within Frozen 2, as Elsa found her place as the central figure amongst them.

The Beast (Beauty and the Beast)

Beast

The Beast is one of the few mythical creatures in Disney that actually takes on the role of a protagonist. The titular character wasn't always this monstrous beast of course, but he has been this way for so long that most viewers don't even know his real name.

Beauty and the Beast is all about humanizing this creature and it does a great job of creating a genuine emotional connection between the Beast and Belle. In terms of magical beings in Disney, it's difficult to deny that Beast has one of the strongest legacies.

Te Fiti (Moana)

Moana Te Fiti Restored

Te Fiti is the Island Goddess in Moana whose heart is stolen, causing darkness to sweep across the oceans. The finale of the film marks her return, with fans likely hoping she'll make some form of appearance in the upcoming Disney+ series based on Moana

Very few mythical creatures in Disney's archives make the same impact as Te Fiti does. The soul of the story is very much based around this broken goddess and it's truly magical to see her rise again and restore Moana's paradise to how it once was.

Mushu (Mulan)

Mushu in Mulan with his hand up talking outside

Mushu could be defined as the best sidekick in any Disney animated feature. Initially envisioned as the comic relief, the character evolved to become incredibly well rounded; a supporting player to Mulan who actually guides her forward and becomes a catalyst for action.

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Looking to redeem his past and create his own legacy, Mushu starts to look beyond himself to ultimately help Mulan achieve her full potential. It was a great shame that the character was removed from the live-action remake, but in the animated edition he is stellar.

Ariel (The Little Mermaid)

Ariel, Sebastian and Flounder The Little Mermaid

Ariel is another rare character who happens to be both magical in origin and also the titular character of her Disney film. As a mermaid, she is not suited for life on land, until her dodgy deal with Ursula gives her legs at the cost of her voice.

It's a classic tale, made all the more appealing thanks to the kindness and spirit of Ariel herself. There are few other mermaids in popular culture in general that are quite as iconic as Ariel and her thingamabobs and dinglehoppers.

The Genie (Aladdin)

Genie with arms folded in front of greenery in Disney's Aladdin

The Genie perhaps wasn't supposed to be the standout character of Aladdin, until the genius casting of Robin Williams sent the wish-granter to the next level. The result was one of the most memorable animated performances in the industry's history.

In fact, the whole story comes together around the Genie, with his freedom being granted actually reflecting more on Aladdin's own character arc and growth as well. While Will Smith's live-action portrayal was also admirable, some of the best jokes and most heartfelt moments were thanks to Willaims' take on the character.

Philoctetes (Hercules)

Phil with his hands in his waist, looking angry in Hercules

Phil, as he is more commonly known, is much like Aladdin's genie. While he's supposed to be a supporting character, he might be the role that most audiences remember the most. Danny Devito's take on the character is really unique.

The gruff Satyr is anything but easy on Hercules when he takes him under his wing. Looking for a new hero that he can help rise to the top, the character's role in the story is absolutely vital. Indeed, the film is quite timeless now, in large part thanks to this core narrative. But for all his scene-stealing, Phil is not quite as friendly as the other mythical creatures in Disney.

Pegasus (Hercules)

Pegasus from Hercules

Of course, Hercules didn't just introduce audiences to Phil and his demi-god hero. Herc's right-hand man — or horse — was Pegasus, the mythical steed of Greek legend. This is perhaps one of the definitive on-screen versions of the character.

Taking the tropes of a traditional Disney sidekick, Pegasus was humanized in the same way as other animated animals. However, its sleek design and comedy chops made him a fan-favorite character, one that will be fascinating to see in the live-action adaptation.

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