Imagine a world where the hustle and bustle of the stock market intertwine with the enchanting realms of fantasy. This unique film collection offers a delightful escape into stories where magic, mythical creatures, and financial wizardry collide. Whether you're a fan of fantasy or intrigued by the financial world, these films provide a captivating blend of both, offering a fresh perspective on the age-old themes of ambition, greed, and the pursuit of wealth.

The Wizard of Oz (1939)
Description: Although not directly about the stock market, the film's themes of seeking wealth and power in the Emerald City can be metaphorically linked to financial ambition.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use Technicolor, making it a visual fantasy in its own right.


Trading Places (1983)
Description: This comedy involves a bet between two wealthy brothers that turns into a fantastical social experiment, exploring themes of class, race, and the stock market.
Fact: The film was inspired by Mark Twain's "The Prince and the Pauper."


The Secret of My Success (1987)
Description: A young man's journey from mailroom to boardroom is filled with comedic twists and turns, almost like a modern-day Cinderella story in the corporate world.
Fact: Michael J. Fox plays both the protagonist and his cousin in this film.


Wall Street (1987)
Description: While not fantasy, the allure of wealth and power in this film can be seen as a modern-day myth, with Gordon Gekko as a sort of anti-hero with almost mythical status.
Fact: The character Gordon Gekko was loosely based on several real-life Wall Street figures.


The Hudsucker Proxy (1994)
Description: This Coen Brothers' film blends slapstick comedy with a whimsical take on corporate America, featuring a magical hula hoop that changes the stock market.
Fact: The film was inspired by the classic screwball comedies of the 1930s.


The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
Description: This film, while rooted in reality, has an almost fairy-tale quality to the protagonist's journey from rags to riches through the stock market.
Fact: The film is based on the true story of Chris Gardner, who went from homelessness to becoming a successful stockbroker.


The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
Description: While focusing on the fashion industry, the film explores themes of ambition and power dynamics that mirror the cutthroat world of finance.
Fact: Meryl Streep's character was inspired by Vogue editor Anna Wintour.


The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Description: While not strictly fantasy, this film's portrayal of the excesses of Wall Street could be seen as a modern-day fairy tale of greed and excess, making it a fitting inclusion in this list.
Fact: The film was based on the memoir by Jordan Belfort, who was actually convicted of fraud and served time in prison.


The Big Short (2015)
Description: Although grounded in real events, the film uses creative storytelling techniques, including breaking the fourth wall, to explain complex financial concepts in a fantastical manner.
Fact: The film features cameos by real-life financial figures like Anthony Bourdain and Selena Gomez.


The Intern (2015)
Description: This film, while not directly about the stock market, delves into the world of startups and entrepreneurship, offering a whimsical look at modern business practices.
Fact: Robert De Niro's character was originally written for Jack Nicholson.
