Top 10 Fantasy Crime Mystery Films

Description: This film, set in a medieval monastery, follows a Franciscan friar and his novice as they investigate a series of mysterious deaths, uncovering secrets that blend religious intrigue with elements of fantasy.

Fact: The film is based on Umberto Eco's novel of the same name, and the labyrinthine library in the monastery is a nod to the complex mysteries of the story.

Description: While not a traditional fantasy, this film involves supernatural elements as a prison guard investigates the miraculous abilities of a death row inmate, blending crime with fantasy.

Fact: The film is based on Stephen King's novel, and the character of John Coffey was inspired by the real-life execution of George Stinney, the youngest person to be executed in the United States.

Description: A rare book dealer investigates the authenticity of a book that supposedly contains the key to summoning the Devil, leading him into a world of occult mysteries and crime.

Fact: The film was directed by Roman Polanski, and the book in the story is inspired by real-life grimoires like "The Grand Grimoire."

Description: While primarily a fantasy, this installment in the Harry Potter series involves Harry and Dumbledore investigating the past of Voldemort, uncovering dark secrets and solving magical mysteries.

Fact: The film features a scene where Harry uses a potion to see into Voldemort's past, which is a unique blend of fantasy and detective work.

Description: Set in turn-of-the-century Vienna, a master illusionist uses his skills to solve a crime and win back his childhood love, blending romance, magic, and mystery.

Fact: The film's magic tricks were designed by David Copperfield, and the story is loosely based on the short story "Eisenheim the Illusionist" by Steven Millhauser.

Description: While not strictly fantasy, this film delves into the world of magic and illusion, where two rival magicians engage in a deadly game of one-upmanship, involving a mysterious trick that seems almost magical.

Fact: The film is based on Christopher Priest's novel, and the magic tricks depicted were designed by real-life magician Ricky Jay.

Description: A young fan of kung fu movies is transported to ancient China where he must solve the mystery of the Monkey King's staff, blending martial arts with fantasy and crime-solving elements.

Fact: The film stars Jackie Chan and Jet Li, marking their first on-screen collaboration.

Description: A modern-day sorcerer must solve a magical crime to prevent an ancient evil from being unleashed, involving a quest through time and space.

Fact: The film is loosely based on the segment from Disney's "Fantasia," and it features a magical battle in the New York Public Library.

Description: A fantastical tale where a magician with the ability to enter other worlds must solve a crime to save his daughter, involving a journey through his magical mirror.

Fact: Heath Ledger passed away during filming, and his role was completed by Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell, each playing different versions of his character in the Imaginarium.

Description: A man discovers that his life is being controlled by a mysterious group known as The Adjustment Bureau, leading him to solve the mystery of his fate and fight for his free will.

Fact: The film is based on a Philip K. Dick short story, and the hats worn by the agents are a nod to the story's original setting.