10 Movies & Shows Like Night at the Museum

Description: A young boy is drawn into a magical book where he becomes part of an epic quest to save a fantastical world from destruction, blending adventure and imagination.

Fact: The film was a German production but became a worldwide hit. The iconic flying dog, Falkor, was operated by a team of puppeteers and mechanical effects.

Description: Features a magical board game that brings its world to life, blending adventure, fantasy, and humor as characters navigate unexpected dangers and challenges.

Fact: The special effects for the animals in the film were groundbreaking at the time, combining animatronics and early CGI. The film was based on a 1981 children's picture book of the same name.

Description: A mix of adventure, comedy, and supernatural elements as explorers awaken an ancient curse, leading to thrilling and humorous encounters with the undead.

Fact: The film was initially conceived as a dark horror movie but was reimagined as an action-adventure with comedic tones. It revitalized the classic Universal monster franchise.

Description: A group of children stumble into a magical world where they must fulfill a prophecy, combining epic fantasy with themes of bravery and wonder.

Fact: The film was shot primarily in New Zealand, using many of the same locations as 'The Lord of the Rings.' It was the first live-action adaptation of C.S. Lewis's beloved series.

Description: A quirky adventure about a bookish librarian who must protect ancient artifacts from falling into the wrong hands, blending history, fantasy, and lighthearted action.

Fact: The TV movie spawned two sequels and later inspired the TV series 'The Librarians.' Noah Wyle performed many of his own stunts.

Description: Follows siblings who uncover a hidden world of fairies and creatures, combining family dynamics with fantastical elements and adventure.

Fact: The film is based on a series of books by Holly Black and Tony DiTerlizzi. The creatures were designed to stay true to the original illustrations from the books.

Description: A young hero discovers his divine heritage and embarks on a quest filled with mythological creatures, blending modern settings with ancient legends.

Fact: The film adapts the first book in Rick Riordan's popular series. Many of the mythological elements were inspired by Greek legends but set in contemporary America.

Description: A modern-day fantasy adventure where a young man learns he is destined to become a powerful sorcerer, mixing magic, humor, and action.

Fact: The film includes a homage to the famous animated segment from Disney's 'Fantasia.' Nicolas Cage's character was inspired by real-life occultist figures.

Description: A magical and visually stunning tale about a young boy who discovers a hidden automaton and unravels a mystery, blending history, fantasy, and wonder.

Fact: The film was Martin Scorsese's first foray into 3D filmmaking. It won five Academy Awards, including Best Cinematography and Best Visual Effects.

Description: Centers around a young protagonist who accidentally unleashes fictional monsters into the real world, creating a chaotic and fantastical adventure filled with humor and suspense.

Fact: The film features many of R.L. Stine's iconic monsters from the book series, brought to life through CGI. Jack Black portrays the author himself in a fictionalized version.