If you loved the whimsical charm and fairy-tale magic of Mother Goose (2015), you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 movies and shows that capture the same enchanting spirit, blending fantasy, adventure, and heartwarming storytelling. Whether you're a fan of animated classics or live-action fairy tales, these picks will transport you to worlds just as delightful as Mother Goose.

The Dark Crystal (1982)
Description: A visually stunning dark fantasy featuring intricate puppetry and a quest to restore balance to a fractured world.
Fact: All characters were portrayed by puppets, with no human actors, making it a unique achievement in filmmaking.


The NeverEnding Story (1984)
Description: A young boy escapes into a magical book, embarking on a quest to save a fantasy world from destruction.
Fact: The film's theme song became a hit and is still widely recognized, despite the movie covering only half of the original novel.


Labyrinth (1986)
Description: A fantastical journey through a maze filled with bizarre creatures, centered on a young girl's quest to rescue her brother.
Fact: David Bowie's role as Jareth the Goblin King was originally offered to Michael Jackson, who turned it down.


The Princess Bride (1987)
Description: A fairy tale adventure with a mix of romance, humor, and swashbuckling action, appealing to both children and adults.
Fact: The iconic line 'As you wish' was ad-libbed by Cary Elwes and became one of the film's most memorable moments.


Willow (1988)
Description: A classic fantasy adventure about a reluctant hero tasked with protecting a special child from an evil queen.
Fact: George Lucas conceived the story, and it was one of the first films to use morphing special effects for transformations.


The Witches (1990)
Description: A dark fantasy film featuring a child protagonist who must outwit a group of sinister witches, blending whimsical and eerie elements.
Fact: Based on Roald Dahl's novel, the film's makeup effects for the witches were so terrifying they had to be toned down for younger audiences.


Matilda (1996)
Description: A story about a gifted young girl with telekinetic powers who overcomes adversity, combining magical realism with themes of empowerment.
Fact: Danny DeVito directed and narrated the film, which remains a beloved adaptation of Roald Dahl's book.


Ella Enchanted (2004)
Description: A fairy tale twist on the Cinderella story, with a spirited heroine breaking free from a magical curse.
Fact: The film was shot in Ireland, and many of its sets were reused from other famous fantasy productions.


Stardust (2007)
Description: A whimsical adventure featuring a young man's journey into a magical realm to retrieve a fallen star, blending romance and fantasy.
Fact: The film was initially planned as a sequel to 'The Princess Bride' but evolved into its own standalone story.


The BFG (2016)
Description: A heartwarming tale of friendship between a young girl and a gentle giant, filled with imaginative landscapes and dreamlike sequences.
Fact: Steven Spielberg's adaptation marked his first collaboration with Disney and used motion capture for the giant's character.
