Family Luck Films: 10 Movies Where Fortune Smiles

Description: Josh Baskin, wishing to be big, wakes up as an adult, leading to a series of lucky and challenging experiences as he navigates the adult world with a child's heart.

Fact: The film was nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Actor for Tom Hanks. The Zoltar machine used in the film is now in the Smithsonian.

Description: Scott Calvin, by a stroke of luck, becomes Santa Claus after the previous Santa falls off his roof. His journey to accepting his new role is filled with magical and lucky moments.

Fact: Tim Allen was initially hesitant to take the role, but his daughter convinced him by saying, "If you don't do it, I'll never speak to you again."

Description: Identical twins, separated at birth, meet at summer camp and devise a plan to reunite their divorced parents. Their luck in finding each other leads to a heartwarming family reunion.

Fact: Lindsay Lohan played both twins, showcasing her versatility as an actress. The film is a remake of the 1961 movie starring Hayley Mills.

Description: Mia Thermopolis, an ordinary high school student, discovers she is the princess of a small European country. Her newfound royal status brings both challenges and a stroke of luck in her personal life.

Fact: Anne Hathaway was cast after Garry Marshall saw her on "Get Real." The film's success led to a sequel, "The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement."

Description: A mother and daughter switch bodies, leading to a series of lucky and unlucky events as they navigate each other's lives, ultimately finding common ground and luck in their new perspectives.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1976 film of the same name, and it was Lindsay Lohan's second time working with Jamie Lee Curtis after "Halloween H20: 20 Years Later."

Description: Walter Mitty, a daydreamer, embarks on a real-life adventure to find a missing negative, leading to a series of lucky encounters that change his life.

Fact: The film was inspired by the 1939 short story by James Thurber. Ben Stiller, who directed and starred, went to great lengths to film in exotic locations.

Description: A famous quarterback discovers he has a daughter, and his life takes a lucky turn as he learns the true meaning of family and responsibility.

Fact: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's character was originally written for a white actor, but the role was rewritten for him, showcasing his ability to carry a family comedy.

Description: Skeeter Bronson, a hotel handyman, finds that the bedtime stories he tells his niece and nephew start coming true, leading to a series of lucky events that change his life.

Fact: Adam Sandler improvised many of the bedtime stories, making each telling unique. The film also features a cameo by Russell Brand.

Description: This Disney Channel Original Movie follows Kyle Johnson, who discovers his Irish heritage and the luck that comes with it. When his lucky coin is stolen, he must embark on a quest to reclaim his family's fortune.

Fact: The film was inspired by the Irish folklore of leprechauns and their pots of gold. It was one of the first Disney Channel movies to explore cultural heritage.

Description: In this animated adventure, a group of friends must save the world from an evil ice wizard, with luck playing a crucial role in their quest.

Fact: The film is based on the French children's TV series "Le Manège enchanté." It was released in the UK with a different title, "Doogal," due to trademark issues.