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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.

Time Renegades

751. Time Renegades

Drama Romance Thriller Fantasy
6.8

20161h 47min

Director: Kwak Jae-yong

A high-school teacher in 1983 and a detective in 2015 join forces through their dreams to change the perilous fate of the woman they both love—30 years apart.


The Jungle Book

752. The Jungle Book

Family Adventure Fantasy Coming-of-Age Adventure Animal Companion Family
7.3

20161h 46min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Jon Favreau

A man-cub named Mowgli fostered by wolves. After a threat from the tiger Shere Khan, Mowgli is forced to flee the jungle, by which he embarks on a journey of self discovery with the help of the panther, Bagheera and the free-spirited bear, Baloo.

Themes

Trust under manipulation, Leadership under pressure, Survival through alliance, Power dynamics in animal society, Belonging under threat, Human village vs jungle, Guardianship and loyalty

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Before I Wake

753. Before I Wake

Drama Fantasy Horror Thriller Psychological Horror
6.2

20161h 37min

United States

Director: Mike Flanagan

An orphaned child's dreams—and nightmares—manifest physically as he sleeps.

Themes

Grief and coping, Fragile family bonds, Foster child dynamics, Dreams shaping reality, Memory as fear trigger, Caregiver trust under strain

Available on

Netflix
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The Red Turtle

754. The Red Turtle

Animation Drama Fantasy Family Stop-Motion Animation
7.5

20161h 21min

Belgium, France

Director: Michael Dudok de Wit

The dialogue-less film follows the major life stages of a castaway on a deserted tropical island populated by turtles, crabs and birds.

Themes

Survival under pressure, Loss and resilience, Transformation and belonging, Isolation and connection, Storytelling and memory, Companionship through hardship

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Justice League vs. Teen Titans

755. Justice League vs. Teen Titans

Science Fiction Action Animation Adventure Comedy
7.0

20161h 18min

United States

Director: Sam Liu

Robin is sent by Batman to work with the Teen Titans after his volatile behavior botches up a Justice League mission. The Titans must then step up to face Trigon after he possesses the League and threatens to conquer the world.

Themes

Teamwork under crisis, Leadership under strain, Possession and control, Belonging vs outsiders, Authority under pressure, Mentorship through conflict

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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Endless Poetry

756. Endless Poetry

Fantasy Drama
7.5

20162h 8min

Director: Alejandro Jodorowsky

A portrait of the director’s young adulthood, set in the 1940s–1950s, in the electric capital city of Santiago. There, he decides to become a poet and is introduced, by destiny, into the foremost bohemian and artistic circle of the time.


Gods of Egypt

757. Gods of Egypt

Action Adventure Fantasy Epic Action Adventure Epic
5.4

20162h 7min

Australia, Hong Kong SAR China

Director: Alex Proyas

A common thief joins a mythical god on a quest through Egypt.

Themes

Loyalty and betrayal, Sacrifice and resilience, Oppression and rebellion, Power vs legitimacy, Mortal divine alliance, Destiny and duty

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Witch

758. The Witch

Horror Fantasy Drama Supernatural Horror Psychological Drama
7.0

20161h 32min

Brazil, Canada

Director: Robert Eggers

In 1630, a farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land on the edge of a forest where strange, unsettling things happen. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, each family member's faith, loyalty and love are tested in shocking ways.

Themes

Isolation and paranoia, Survival and sacrifice, Religious fear and doubt, Deception and accusations, Superstition vs rationality, Familial fracture under stress

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
HBO Max
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He Never Died

759. He Never Died

Comedy Drama Fantasy Horror Thriller
6.3

20151h 39min

United States, Canada

Director: Jason Krawczyk

Jack is a solitary man with a mysterious past. His strange habits will soon become stranger when his past catches up with him.

Themes

Immortal burden, Bible imagery, Vampire violence, Father daughter relationship, Isolation and routine, Violence and restraint

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Krampus

760. Krampus

Horror Comedy Fantasy Supernatural Horror Dark Comedy
6.2

20151h 38min

United States

Director: Michael Dougherty

When his dysfunctional family clashes over the holidays, young Max is disillusioned and turns his back on Christmas. Little does he know, this lack of festive spirit has unleashed the wrath of Krampus: a demonic force of ancient evil intent on punishing non-believers.

Themes

Intergenerational conflict, Survival under siege, Belief vs disbelief, Loss of festive spirit, Folklore threat emerges, Holiday family tension, Responsibility and guilt

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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