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Fantasy movies

Step into realms of magic, mythical creatures, and supernatural events where the impossible becomes reality.

Subgenres include: Epic Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Low Fantasy.

Beautiful Creatures

521. Beautiful Creatures

Fantasy Drama Romance Supernatural Fantasy Coming-of-Age Drama
6.1

20132h 4min

United States

Director: Richard LaGravenese

Ethan Wate just wants to get to know Lena Duchannes better, but unbeknownst to him, Lena has strange powers. As Lena's 16th birthday approaches she might decide her fate, to be good or evil. A choice which will impact her relationship forever.

Themes

Duty vs desire, Betrayal and deception, Power and control, Class prejudice, Belonging vs otherness, Secret lineage

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Knights of Badassdom

522. Knights of Badassdom

Adventure Fantasy Horror Comedy Dark Fantasy
5.6

20131h 25min

United States

Director: Joe Lynch

Three best friends and dedicated roleplayers take to the woods to reenact a dungeons and dragons-like scenario as a live action role-playing game. Trouble arises when a prop spellbook purchased from the internet ends up being a genuine grimoire and they unwittingly conjure up a blood-lusting succubus from hell.

Themes

Loss and resilience, Group dynamics under pressure, Peer pressure in subcultures, Violence within immersive play, Fantasy vs reality tension, Deception and unintended consequences

Available on

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters

523. Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters

Fantasy Horror Action Dark Fantasy Epic Action
6.1

20131h 28min

United States, Germany

Director: Tommy Wirkola

After getting a taste for blood as children, Hansel and Gretel have become the ultimate vigilantes, hell-bent on retribution. Now, unbeknownst to them, Hansel and Gretel have become the hunted, and must face an evil far greater than witches... their past.

Themes

Vigilante justice, Institutional manipulation, White vs black magic, Maternal lineage power, Children as targets, Rituals and immunity

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Hunter x Hunter: Phantom Rouge

524. Hunter x Hunter: Phantom Rouge

Animation Adventure Fantasy Action
6.6

20131h 37min

Director: Yuzo Sato

One day, Kurapika spots a child who looks very similar to his childhood friend, Pyro. However, when he catches up to him, the boy steals Kurapika's eyes with some kind of magical power. Gon, Leorio, and Killua promise to help find who took his eyes and get them back, but Killua is having his own problems when he is forced to face his past and whether he really is worthy to have Gon as a friend.


Mood Indigo

525. Mood Indigo

Drama Fantasy Tragic Drama Dark Fantasy
6.5

20132h 11min

France, United Kingdom

Director: Michel Gondry

A woman suffers from an unusual illness caused by a flower growing in her lungs.

Themes

Illness and dependency, Artistic fixation vs fidelity, Wealth loss and despair, Devotion vs obligation, Romantic strain under illness, Grief and dislocation

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Blue Exorcist: The Movie

526. Blue Exorcist: The Movie

Animation Fantasy Mystery Horror Action
7.1

20121h 28min

Director: Atsushi Takahashi

The atmosphere in True Cross Academy is lively and boisterous in the days leading up to the grand festival held once every 11 years. During this time, Okumura Rin is entrusted with the responsibility of suppressing the berserk Phantom Train. In the midst of his mission, he meets a devil whose appearance is that of a young boy.


One Piece Film: Z

527. One Piece Film: Z

Animation Fantasy Action Adventure Anime
7.7

20121h 48min

Japan

Director: Tatsuya Nagamine

Zephyr, now known as Z, rides the seas with only one goal: Destroy all pirates and their dreams at becoming King of Pirates. When Luffy and his crew encounter him at sea, not only are they utterly defeated by the man with an arm made of Seastone, Nami, Robin, and Chopper are turned 10 years younger due to Z's minion Ain. Luffy is so determined to win against him that he does not even notice Z's master plan that could sacrifice thousands of lives.

Themes

Loyalty under threat, Duty under pressure, Power and consequences, Loss and anger fueling action, Mentor-student dynamic, Justice vs destruction

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Scooby-Doo! Mask of the Blue Falcon

528. Scooby-Doo! Mask of the Blue Falcon

Animation Comedy Fantasy Adventure Family
6.8

20121h 17min

Director: Michael Goguen

The Mega Mondo Pop Cartoon-a-Con in sunny California marks the spot for mystery in this all-new original Scooby-Doo adventure! The Mystery Inc. pals -- Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy and Scooby -- head to the annual convention, but they're not there to crack their next case. They want to meet their favorite comic book characters and see a megabucks movie premiere, an explosive big-screen remake of the classic cartoon The Adventures of Blue Falcon, featuring Shaggy and Scooby's favorite superheroes: caped avenger Blue Falcon and his trusty but bumbling robo-pup, Dynomutt.


The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

529. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Adventure Fantasy Action Adventure Epic Quest Fantasy
7.8

20122h 49min

New Zealand, United States

Director: Peter Jackson

Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.

Themes

Duty vs desire, Power through treasure lure, Identity via journey, Group cohesion during quest, Wizard guidance, Ring temptation

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Rise of the Guardians

530. Rise of the Guardians

Animation Family Fantasy Action Adventure
7.2

20121h 37min

United States

Director: Peter Ramsey

When an evil spirit known as Pitch lays down the gauntlet to take over the world, the immortal Guardians must join forces for the first time to protect the hopes, beliefs and imagination of children all over the world.

Themes

Memory shaping identity, Fear and resilience, Maintaining childhood wonder, Belief and imagination, Collective guardianship and trust, Amnesia and self-discovery

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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