Magical Adventures Like Prisoner of Azkaban

Description: A boy reads a magical book that transports him to a fantasy world where he becomes part of an epic quest to save the realm from a creeping darkness called The Nothing.

Fact: The film used groundbreaking practical effects for its time, including the iconic luckdragon Falkor, who was operated by a team of puppeteers and mechanical engineers.

Description: A teenage girl must navigate a fantastical maze to rescue her baby brother from the Goblin King, encountering strange creatures and solving puzzles along the way.

Fact: David Bowie's tight pants in the film were so restrictive that he had to be sewn into them each day. The film's puppetry was created by Jim Henson's Creature Shop.

Description: Features a magical world hidden within the ordinary, where young protagonists embark on a heroic journey filled with mythical creatures and battles between good and evil.

Fact: The film was shot in New Zealand, the same country where the Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed. The White Witch's castle was built entirely from polystyrene to create the icy effect.

Description: Follows a young girl's adventure in a parallel universe where she uncovers dark secrets and battles oppressive forces, aided by magical companions and a mysterious artifact.

Fact: The film's daemons (animal companions representing human souls) were created using a combination of CGI and live animals, requiring extensive post-production work.

Description: Explores the power of imagination as two lonely children create a magical kingdom to escape their real-world struggles, blending heartfelt drama with fantasy elements.

Fact: The author wrote the book as a way to cope with the tragic death of her son's friend, who was struck by lightning. The film adaptation stayed true to this emotional core.

Description: Revolves around siblings who discover a hidden world of fairies and monsters after moving into an old house, blending family drama with fantastical elements.

Fact: The field guide featured in the film was created as a fully illustrated prop, with detailed drawings and notes that mirror the book's descriptions.

Description: A whimsical fantasy adventure where a young man crosses into a magical realm to retrieve a fallen star, encountering witches, pirates, and enchanted objects along the way.

Fact: The movie was filmed in the Scottish Highlands and Iceland to capture the otherworldly landscapes. The wall separating the magical and human worlds was inspired by Hadrian's Wall.

Description: Centers on a young boy who discovers his hidden magical heritage and attends a special camp where he learns to harness his powers, facing mythological creatures and gods.

Fact: The author of the book series, Rick Riordan, initially wrote the story as a bedtime tale for his son who has ADHD and dyslexia, traits shared by the protagonist.

Description: A modern-day fantasy where a young man learns he is destined to become a powerful sorcerer, training under a mentor while battling dark forces in New York City.

Fact: The film includes a scene inspired by the animated 'Fantasia' sequence where Mickey Mouse battles enchanted brooms, paying homage to the classic Disney short.

Description: A young girl travels through different dimensions to rescue her father, encountering celestial beings and confronting the darkness within herself and the universe.

Fact: This was the first live-action film with a $100 million budget to be directed by a woman of color, Ava DuVernay. The colorful costumes were inspired by Afrofuturism.