Top 10 Fantasy Films About Graduation

Description: Mia Thermopolis, now a princess, must navigate her royal duties and a potential marriage, which can be seen as a graduation into her adult responsibilities.

Fact: The film was shot in Los Angeles, despite being set in Genovia, and features a cameo by Queen Elizabeth II's corgis.

Description: While not directly about graduation, this film captures the end of an era at Hogwarts, with students facing their final exams and the looming threat of Voldemort, making it a poignant precursor to graduation themes.

Fact: This was the first film in the series to be released in IMAX 3D, and it was also the first to be directed by David Yates.

Description: Percy's journey to Camp Half-Blood and his discovery of his demigod identity can be seen as a graduation from normal life into a world of myth and magic.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations in Canada, including Vancouver, and features a cameo by the author of the book series, Rick Riordan.

Description: While not about graduation, the film follows a young man's transition from an ordinary life to becoming a sorcerer, symbolizing a graduation into a world of magic.

Fact: The film includes a reference to the original "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" segment from Disney's Fantasia, and it features a cameo by Nicolas Cage as the sorcerer.

Description: Although not about graduation, the film deals with the characters' growth and the end of their adventures in Narnia, symbolizing a transition into adulthood.

Fact: This was the first film in the series not to be directed by Andrew Adamson, and it features a CGI dragon, which was a significant challenge for the visual effects team.

Description: While not about a literal graduation, Bella's transformation into a vampire can be seen as a metaphorical graduation into immortality, with the film focusing on her new life and responsibilities.

Fact: This was the final film in the Twilight saga, and it was the first to feature a significant amount of CGI for Bella's transformation scenes.

Description: Lewis Barnavelt's move to his uncle's magical house can be seen as a graduation from a normal childhood into a world of magic and mystery.

Fact: The film is based on the book by John Bellairs, and it features Jack Black and Cate Blanchett in lead roles, bringing a whimsical charm to the story.

Description: Jake's journey to a time loop where peculiar children live can be seen as a graduation into a world of wonder and self-discovery.

Fact: Tim Burton directed this film, known for his unique visual style, and it features a mix of practical and CGI effects to bring the peculiar children's abilities to life.

Description: This film follows two best friends who are whisked away to a magical school where students are trained to become fairy tale heroes or villains, marking a graduation into their destined roles.

Fact: The film was adapted from the popular book series by Soman Chainani, and it features a diverse cast including Kerry Washington and Charlize Theron.

Description: This series, while not about graduation, deals with the coming of age of Gelflings, marking their transition into roles of resistance and leadership.

Fact: It's a prequel to the original "The Dark Crystal" film, and it uses a combination of puppetry and CGI to create the world of Thra.