English is essential for communication across various contexts, including social interactions and formal discussions. However, learners from rural backgrounds or non-English educational mediums struggle to meet the linguistic demands of higher education. English proficiency not only aids knowledge acquisition but also enhances communication skills. Mastery of English as a second language requires understanding both linguistic and communicative aspects, particularly vocabulary acquisition. Effective vocabulary instruction involves teaching word meaning, pronunciation, and spelling in engaging ways to sustain learner interest. Traditional methods, such as rote memorization and word lists, fail to maintain student engagement. In contrast, intentional vocabulary learning through engaging and contextually relevant materials enhances retention. This study proposes a learner-centric lesson plan for teaching vocabulary in ESL classrooms using animated movies as instructional aids. Video clips from selected films serve as engaging tools to present new words in meaningful contexts, capturing learners' attention and facilitating intentional vocabulary learning. The study designs lessons incorporating exercises that help students learn word meanings, spelling, and pronunciation while simultaneously familiarizing them with vocabulary in real-world contexts. Additionally, these exercises assess students' vocabulary knowledge and support learner-centered instructional approaches. By integrating animated films, the study aims to enhance vocabulary acquisition in an interactive and engaging manner. The proposed lesson plans offer an alternative to traditional teaching methods, fostering improved language proficiency among ESL learners.