What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedPuss in Boots
Chris Miller · Film · 2011
If you loved Puss in Boots, start with Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos (Raman Hui Shing-Ngai, 2012) — a film from the same story. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Puss in Boots across media.
You loved the way Puss in Boots blends swashbuckling heroics with the irreverent charm of a charismatic, fast-talking underdog.
Start with the source
Adaptation
Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos
Raman Hui Shing-Ngai · Film · 2012
Adaptation
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Film · 2022
Books on the same thread
The Cat in the Hat
Dr. Seuss · Book · 1957
Explores: Mischief, Imagination, Consequences.
Much like the titular feline in Puss in Boots, this mischievous visitor brings chaos and charm to a quiet home, proving that trouble always follows a charismatic cat.
The Hobbit
J. R. R. Tolkien · Book · 1937
Shares a thread with Puss in Boots: Friendship.
If you enjoyed the epic scope of Puss in Boots, you will appreciate this classic quest where an unlikely hero finds courage while navigating a dangerous, high-stakes journey.
The Tale of Peter Rabbit
Beatrix Potter · Book · 1902
Explores: Disobedience, Consequences, Nature.
The daring spirit seen in Puss in Boots is mirrored here as a naughty protagonist navigates a garden, turning simple mischief into a memorable and high-stakes outdoor adventure.
The Bad Guys
Aaron Blabey · Book
Shares a thread with Puss in Boots: Redemption.
These tough animals in suits mirror the anti-hero energy of Puss in Boots, focusing on redemption and unlikely friendships while subverting the typical tropes of heroic adventure stories.
Series on the same thread
Hunter x Hunter
Series · 2011
Shares a thread with Puss in Boots: friendship.
The drive to become a legend that defined Puss in Boots is present in this young boy, whose rigorous journey toward greatness is fueled by friendship and adversity.
Adventure Time
Pendleton Ward · Series · 2010
Shares a thread with Puss in Boots: Friendship.
Just as Puss in Boots relies on his companions to navigate treacherous lands, Finn and Jake demonstrate the same unbreakable bond while traversing their own surreal, mystical world.
Maya and the Three
Jorge R. Gutierrez · Series · 2021
Shares 2 threads with Puss in Boots: Teamwork, Hero's Journey.
The teamwork required to save a town in Puss in Boots is echoed here as a spirited warrior princess gathers allies to fulfill a prophecy and defeat enemies.
Sailor Moon
Series · 1992
Shares a thread with Puss in Boots: Friendship.
The talking cat in Puss in Boots sets a high bar for feline companions, and this series continues that tradition by pairing a clumsy girl with a magical cat.
Podcasts on the same thread
THE ADAM BUXTON PODCAST
ADAM BUXTON · Podcast
Explores: east anglia, family life, dog ownership.
While Puss in Boots is an animated adventure, you will find a similar comedic spirit in these rambling conversations, which feature the same wit found in your favorite outlaw.
Story Pirates
Story Pirates · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Childhood imagination, Collaborative storytelling, Humor.
The creative energy that makes Puss in Boots a joy to watch is found in these sketches, which transform wild imagination into the same kind of collaborative storytelling fun.
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Common questions
What order should I watch the Puss in Boots movies in?
You should begin with the 2011 Puss in Boots film. Following this, you can watch the 2012 short film Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos. The most recent installment in the series is the 2022 film titled Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.
Is Puss in Boots: The Last Wish a sequel to the 2011 movie?
Yes, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish is the 2022 sequel to the original 2011 Puss in Boots film. Both movies follow the adventures of the notorious outlaw cat as he navigates his reputation as a hero and a legend.
How does Puss in Boots relate to the Shrek timeline?
The 2011 Puss in Boots movie serves as a prequel to the Shrek series. The story depicts the life of the notorious fighter and outlaw long before he ever met Shrek, focusing on his journey to save his town alongside Kitty Softpaws and Humpty Dumpty.
What happens in the short film Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos?
Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos is a 2012 movie that continues the adventures of the titular character. It follows the events of the original 2011 Puss in Boots film, expanding on the story of the cat, the myth, and the legend.