Top 10 Fantasy Films About Students

Description: This film introduces us to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where young Harry Potter learns he's a wizard and embarks on a journey filled with magic, friendship, and the quest to defeat the Dark Lord. It's the quintessential fantasy student film, setting the stage for a magical education.

Fact: The film was shot at several locations in England, including Alnwick Castle, which served as Hogwarts. The Great Hall scenes were filmed at Oxford University's Christ Church.

Description: Will Stronghold, a student at a high school for superheroes, must navigate his powers and his place in the world of heroes. This film offers a light-hearted take on the superhero student life.

Fact: The film features several well-known actors in cameo roles, including Lynda Carter, who played Wonder Woman in the 1970s TV series.

Description: Percy Jackson, a seemingly ordinary student, discovers he's a demigod and attends Camp Half-Blood, a training ground for children of the Greek gods. This film captures the essence of a student's journey into a world of myth and magic.

Fact: The film's title was changed from "The Lightning Thief" to "Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief" to avoid confusion with another film.

Description: Dave Stutler, an NYU physics student, learns he's the apprentice of a powerful sorcerer, Balthazar Blake. This film blends modern-day New York with ancient magic, offering a unique twist on the student-sorcerer narrative.

Fact: The film includes a reference to the original "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" segment from Disney's Fantasia.

Description: Clawdeen Wolf, a half-human, half-werewolf, enrolls in Monster High, a school for monsters, where she learns about her unique heritage and the importance of embracing differences. This film celebrates diversity in a fantastical setting.

Fact: The movie is based on the Monster High franchise, which started as a line of fashion dolls.

Description: While not strictly about students, this Studio Ghibli film features Arrietty, a young Borrower, who lives under the floorboards of a human house. Her interactions with a human boy, Sho, who is staying at the house, provide a unique perspective on education and growth in a fantastical setting.

Fact: The film is based on the novel "The Borrowers" by Mary Norton, and it was the first Studio Ghibli film to be co-produced with an American company, Disney.

Description: Lewis Barnavelt, a young student, moves in with his uncle, a warlock, and learns about magic, friendship, and the dark secrets hidden within their house. It's a tale of a student's magical education intertwined with adventure.

Fact: The film is based on the book by John Bellairs, which was published in

Description: Jake Portman, a high school student, discovers a mysterious orphanage where children with peculiar abilities live in a time loop. This film explores themes of uniqueness and the importance of education in a fantastical setting.

Fact: The film was directed by Tim Burton, known for his unique visual style, which perfectly complements the story's eerie and whimsical elements.

Description: Two best friends are kidnapped and sent to a school where they must train to become fairy-tale heroes or villains. This film delves into the education of students destined for magical roles in their world's stories.

Fact: The film is based on the popular book series by Soman Chainani.

Description: Sarah, a student at a school for princesses, learns the ropes of royal life while uncovering a magical secret. This film combines the charm of royalty with the magic of fantasy education.

Fact: The film was released directly to video in the United States.