10 Fantasy Films That Turn Everyday Life into Magic

Description: A young boy and his grandmother encounter real witches, blending the everyday life of a child with the extraordinary world of magic and danger.

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

Description: A family of tiny people living under the floorboards of a human house must navigate their everyday life while avoiding detection.

Fact: The film was based on the book by Mary Norton, and the miniature sets were incredibly detailed.

Description: Two witch sisters navigate love, family, and the supernatural in their everyday lives, turning the ordinary into something magical.

Fact: The film was based on the novel by Alice Hoffman, and the house used in the film is now a popular tourist attraction.

Description: This film introduces us to Harry Potter, an ordinary boy who discovers he's a wizard. The everyday life at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is filled with magical lessons, house-elves, and enchanted portraits, making the mundane magical.

Fact: The film was shot at Alnwick Castle in Northumberland, England, which served as the exterior of Hogwarts. The Great Hall was recreated in the studio, but the castle's dining hall inspired its design.

Description: Mia Thermopolis, an ordinary high school student, learns she's the princess of a small European country. Her everyday life turns into a royal affair, blending the ordinary with the extraordinary.

Fact: Julie Andrews, who plays Queen Clarisse, was actually offered the role of the Queen in "The King's Speech" but turned it down due to scheduling conflicts.

Description: A young girl inherits an estate and discovers a world of magic and secrets, blending her everyday life with fantasy.

Fact: The film was based on the novel "The Little White Horse" by Elizabeth Goudge, which inspired J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series.

Description: The Grace family moves into an old estate and discovers a world of magical creatures, blending their everyday life with fantasy.

Fact: The film was shot in Montreal, Canada, and the CGI creatures were created by the same team behind "The Lord of the Rings."

Description: Giselle, a fairy tale princess, is banished from her animated world into the real world of New York City. Her everyday life becomes a mix of magic and modern life, creating a delightful contrast.

Fact: The film was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Original Song for "Happy Working Song."

Description: A young boy moves in with his uncle, a warlock, and discovers a magical house where everyday life is filled with spells, ghosts, and enchanted objects.

Fact: The film is based on the novel by John Bellairs, and the house's clock is a central plot device.

Description: A young boy discovers a hidden home for children with extraordinary abilities, where everyday life is anything but ordinary.

Fact: Tim Burton directed this film, bringing his unique visual style to the world of peculiar children.