Step into a realm where the mundane meets the magical, where the daily grind of work transforms into an enchanting adventure. This curated list of 10 fantasy films about employees offers a unique blend of workplace dynamics and fantastical elements, providing viewers with a delightful escape from the ordinary. Whether you're a fan of whimsical office settings or epic tales of employees in extraordinary circumstances, this collection promises to captivate and entertain.

The Phantom Tollbooth (1970)
Description: A young boy's journey through a magical land where he encounters various characters, including employees of the Kingdom of Wisdom, blending education with fantasy.
Fact: The film was based on Norton Juster's beloved children's book.


Brazil (1985)
Description: A low-level bureaucrat in a dystopian world becomes entangled in a surreal adventure after a bureaucratic error, mixing office life with dark fantasy.
Fact: The film was heavily influenced by Franz Kafka's "The Trial."


The Matrix (1999)
Description: While not about traditional employees, the film explores the concept of humans as energy sources for machines, blending office-like settings with a dystopian fantasy.
Fact: The film popularized the term "bullet time" for its innovative special effects.


Office Space (1999)
Description: Although more of a satire, this film includes fantastical elements like a hypnotic suggestion that leads to a character's bizarre behavior at work, making it a quirky addition.
Fact: The TPS reports mentioned in the film became a meme in office culture.


The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)
Description: Walter Mitty, a daydreaming employee at Life magazine, embarks on a real-life adventure to find a missing negative, blending his ordinary job with extraordinary escapades.
Fact: The film was shot in Iceland, Greenland, and New York, showcasing stunning landscapes that add to the fantasy element.


The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
Description: While grounded in reality, the fashion world depicted in this film has an almost magical allure, with the protagonist's transformation from a naive assistant to a fashion-savvy employee.
Fact: Meryl Streep's character was inspired by Vogue editor Anna Wintour.


The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009)
Description: A traveling theatre troupe led by Doctor Parnassus offers a magical journey through the imagination, with employees who navigate both the real and fantastical worlds.
Fact: Heath Ledger's role was completed by Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell after his untimely death.


The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
Description: A political staffer discovers a mysterious organization that controls human destiny, blending his everyday job with a thrilling, otherworldly adventure.
Fact: The film is based on a short story by Philip K. Dick, known for his science fiction and fantasy works.


The Zero Theorem (2013)
Description: A reclusive computer programmer, working on a project to prove the meaninglessness of life, finds himself in a surreal, dystopian world, mixing office work with existential fantasy.
Fact: The film was directed by Terry Gilliam, known for his unique blend of fantasy and reality.


The Intern (2015)
Description: While not strictly fantasy, this film features an elderly intern, Ben Whittaker, who brings a touch of magic to the modern tech startup environment, making it a whimsical addition to our list.
Fact: Robert De Niro's character was inspired by real-life stories of older interns at tech companies.
