Movies and TvShows featuring "lifted-by-helium-balloon" theme.

78-year-old Carl Fredricksen travels to Paradise Falls in his house equipped with balloons, inadvertently taking a young stowaway. Young Carl Fredricksen, a quiet bespectacled boy, watches a film reel in a theater depicting his hero Charles Muntz, a famous explorer. Carl runs down the street with his balloon and passes an old, rundown house. He goes inside and meets a young, outgoing tomboy named Ellie. They eventually get married and plan to travel to Paradise Falls, but Ellie's declining health prevents them. After Ellie's death, Carl remains in his home, a retired and sour recluse. When he is forced to move to a retirement home, he attaches balloons to his house and flies away to South America. He is accompanied by Russell, a young wilderness explorer scout. They land near Paradise Falls and encounter a giant bird named Kevin, and a talking dog named Dug. They also encounter Charles Muntz, who has been hunting the bird. In the end, Carl and Russell save Kevin and defeat Muntz. Carl realizes the importance of adventure and fulfills his promise to Ellie by placing their house on the cliff overlooking Paradise Falls.

When a group of friends host a wild party, their babysitter suddenly cancels and they are left to care for a mischievous child. Chaos ensues as they navigate through humorous and unexpected situations.

Digging to China tells the story of a young girl named Harriet who forms a unique friendship with a mentally challenged man named Ricky. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and friendship. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and learn valuable life lessons.

In this dark comedy, a toymaker creates a mechanical doll that comes to life and causes chaos. The toymaker's apprentice gets caught up in a pursuit to find a wife, while monks from a nearby convent try to retrieve the doll. The story takes a twist when the doll is mistaken for a real woman. The film explores themes of love, marriage, and the pursuit of happiness.

Billy's Balloon is a dark comedy animation that tells the story of a balloon that becomes alive and starts terrorizing a child. With no dialogue, the film relies on slapstick humor and absurdism to create a surreal and comedic experience. The animation features hand-drawn characters and explores themes of fear and chaos.

Southbound Duckling is a heartwarming animated film about a young duckling's journey south for the winter. Along the way, the duckling encounters various challenges and makes new friends. Will it reach its destination safely?

A kid strives to be perfect, and in the end realizes that individuality is more fun.

Old King Cole marries the Woman in the Shoe. As soon as they get home, the babies show up from every drawer and closet, much to the king's chagrin.

In this charming animated film, a talking cat named Milky sets off on a space adventure, encountering various whimsical characters along the way. The film is filled with laughter, heartwarming moments, and a touch of magic.

In this movie, Strawberry Shortcake and her friends visit the fictional city of Big Apple City. They have various adventures, including a mole's attempt to sabotage a model city and being lifted by a helium balloon. Along the way, they explore tunnels, ride on a merry-go-round, and have fun on a seesaw. The story involves cross-dressing, hypnosis, and a television studio contest.

The Inkwell Clown goes for a balloon ride. Later, Max's studio is filled with so many balloons that it floats away.

Little Lulu and Tubby take the bratty Alvin to the beach with them, but they soon lose track of him when he steals some helium balloons and flies into the air.

Combines paper cut-out animation mixed with live travelogue footage of Sweden, Bavaria, Morocco, Holland, Mexico, India, and Japan. [The results are an attractive and unique combination of travelogue and cartoon, certainly quite different from the usual animated fare at the time.