Fantasy films often transport audiences to imaginative worlds filled with magic, mythical creatures, and extraordinary adventures. While many fantasy movies find their origins in literature, there are some gems that have captivated audiences without being adaptations of existing books. This collection of fantastical tales showcases the creativity of filmmakers who have brought original, spellbinding narratives to the screen, captivating viewers with their unique visions and imaginative storytelling.
Pan’s Labyrinth (2006)
Ofelia (Ivana Baquero) encounters a creature by the name of Pan. Who informs her that she is the reincarnation of the lost princess from the Underworld. However, she must prove her identity to Pan, going on a quest to complete the three tasks he assigns her.
Spirited Away (2001)
On her way to her new home with her parents, they get lost along the way, walking into a magical world of spirits and creatures. With her parents being cursed after entering and being turned into pigs. Chihiro (with Daveigh Chase voicing her in the English version) assumes the identity of Sen while she figures out how to save her parents.
Edward Scissorhands (1990)
Edward (played by Johnny Depp) is an artificial man that has scissors in place of his hands. He is left unfinished after his inventor passes away, leaving him alone. That is until he is discovered by Peg (played by Dianne Weist) who brings him to her community.
The Secret of Kells (2009)
With an uncle who is obsessed with building a wall to protect the abbey from raiders. Brendan (voiced by Evan McGuire) lives in the Abbey of Kells. Involving himself in the creation of a Book of Kells that will help defeat what threatens their livelihood.
Willow (1988)
Willow Ufgood (played by Warwick Davis) is a small farmer who dreams of being a sorcerer. One day, he comes across a baby by the name of Elora Danan. After discovering she is part of a prophecy to bring down the Evil Queen he sets out to deliver Elora to safety.
The Fall (2006)
Roy Walker (played by Lee Pace) is slowly getting recovered after a failed stunt. Leaving him paralyzed, he befriends Alexandria (Catinca Untaru). Telling her an elaborate fantasy story about five mythical heroes seeking revenge.
The City of Lost Children (1995)
A mad scientist named Krank (played by Daniel Emilfork) is in the process of kidnapping children to steal their dreams. After kidnapping Denree, the little brother of a carnival strongman named One (Ron Perlman). One sets out to rescue his brother.
Ladyhawke (1985)
Isabeau (played by Michelle Pfeiffer) and Navarre (Rutger Hauer) are two cursed lovers. With her as a hawk during the day, and he becomes a wolf at night, keeping them from being together. They must seek the aid of a thief to help them to break the curse that keeps them apart.
The Flight of Dragons (1982)
Peter Dickinson (voiced by John Ritter) is transported to a magic realm. The land he comes upon is threatened by the evil sorcerer Ommadon. Peter and his group of companions made along the way embark on a mission to put a stop to his reign.
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (2010)
A young apprentice by the name of Mickey (voiced by Walt Disney himself) is left in charge by his master. To make things easier for him he uses a magical hat to enchant a broom for chores. Things soon take a turn after something goes wrong with the spell chaos ensues.
Beetlejuice (1988)
Barbra (played by Geena Davis) and Adam Maitland (Alec Baldwin) pass away in a tragic car accident. When waking they find themselves stuck in their old house, which is no longer vacant and is lived in by the new owner Deetzes and his daughter Lydia. While trying to scare them from the home through various haunting tactics, they accidentally bring about Beetlejuice, a dangerous yet cunning ghost.
It’s A Wonderful Life (1946)
George Bailey (played by James Stewart) faces financial ruin and despair, contemplating on ending it all on Christmas Eve. His guardian angel Clarence Odbody has to step in. Showing him what life would be like had he never been born, giving George a new perspective.
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