10 Enchanting Fantasy Films About Bankers

Description: In this classic, the magical nanny Mary Poppins arrives at the Banks family, where Mr. Banks is a banker. The film intertwines the everyday life of a banker with magical elements, making it a perfect fit for this list.

Fact: The film was nominated for 13 Academy Awards, winning 5, including Best Original Song for "Chim Chim Cher-ee."

Description: Miss Price, an apprentice witch, uses her magic to help three children and their banker uncle during World War II. The film showcases the banker's life turned upside down by magic.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be a sequel to "Mary Poppins" but evolved into its own unique story.

Description: A young boy and his grandmother encounter a convention of witches at a hotel, where a banker's son is turned into a mouse, blending the ordinary with the extraordinary.

Fact: The film was directed by Nicolas Roeg, known for his surreal and unconventional storytelling.

Description: While not directly about bankers, Gringotts Wizarding Bank plays a significant role, showcasing the magical banking system of the wizarding world.

Fact: The film set a record for the highest opening weekend gross in the UK at the time of its release.

Description: Mia Thermopolis, now the Princess of Genovia, must navigate royal politics and a bank's financial support for her kingdom, adding a touch of fantasy to the banking world.

Fact: The film features a scene where Mia uses her princess powers to secure a loan for her country.

Description: A boy finds a magic gourd that grants wishes, but one wish leads him to a bank where he must deal with the consequences of his magical desires.

Fact: This film is an adaptation of a Chinese children's novel, showcasing a unique cultural take on fantasy.

Description: A young man, Dave Stutler, who works as a banker, discovers he is the heir to a powerful sorcerer. His mundane job contrasts sharply with his magical destiny.

Fact: The film is loosely based on the "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" segment of Disney's "Fantasia."

Description: A young orphan discovers a magical world in his uncle's house, where a banker's role is pivotal in a plot involving time magic and hidden treasures.

Fact: The film is based on the novel by John Bellairs, known for blending fantasy with elements of horror.

Description: W.C. Fields stars as a man who accidentally becomes a bank guard, leading to a series of comedic and fantastical events. While not strictly fantasy, its surreal humor fits the theme.

Fact: The film was directed by Edward F. Cline, who also directed many of Fields' silent films.

Description: A young boy is transported into the world of Mozart's opera, where he encounters a banker character who plays a crucial role in the unfolding magical events.

Fact: The film was directed by Kenneth Branagh, who also directed the Shakespearean adaptation "Much Ado About Nothing."