Top 10 Fantasy Films Featuring Judges

Description: While not a judge in the traditional sense, the character of Inigo Montoya, played by Mandy Patinkin, delivers justice in his own way, seeking revenge with a touch of fantasy.

Fact: The film has become a cult classic, often quoted for its memorable lines.

Description: In this made-for-TV movie, David Banner (The Hulk) is put on trial, and the courtroom scenes are filled with tension and a touch of the fantastical as Banner struggles to control his alter ego.

Fact: This was the last of three TV movies featuring Lou Ferrigno as The Hulk.

Description: While not a traditional judge, The Phantom, played by Billy Zane, often acts as a judge in his own right, delivering justice in the jungle with his mystical powers.

Fact: The film was based on the comic strip character created by Lee Falk.

Description: Al Pacino plays the devil, who also acts as a judge in a courtroom scene, delivering a verdict with a supernatural twist. This film blends legal drama with supernatural elements.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be a straight legal thriller, but the supernatural elements were added later.

Description: Aslan, the lion, acts as a judge in the magical world of Narnia, deciding the fate of characters and enforcing the laws of the land with his wisdom and power.

Fact: The film was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Makeup.

Description: In this iconic superhero film, the character of Harvey Dent, played by Aaron Eckhart, becomes a judge of sorts, deciding the fate of Gotham's criminals before his tragic transformation into Two-Face.

Fact: Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker won him a posthumous Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Description: In this modern take on the classic tale, Balthazar Blake, played by Nicolas Cage, acts as a judge of sorts, deciding the fate of his apprentice and the world with his magical abilities.

Fact: The film features a cameo by the original Mickey Mouse from the 1940 animated short.

Description: Doctor Parnassus, played by Christopher Plummer, is a judge in a fantastical world where he must make decisions that affect the lives of those who enter his magical theater.

Fact: Heath Ledger died during filming, and his role was completed by Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell.

Description: While not strictly fantasy, this film features a judge with a commanding presence, making it a fitting addition to our list. Robert Duvall plays a small-town judge with a complex relationship with his son, played by Robert Downey Jr.

Fact: Robert Duvall won a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for his role as the judge.

Description: In this adaptation of the medieval tale, the Green Knight acts as a judge, challenging Sir Gawain to a test of honor and courage, blending fantasy with moral judgment.

Fact: The film was directed by David Lowery, known for his unique visual style and storytelling.