Are you a fan of both detective stories and mythical creatures? Then this curated list of detective dragon movies is just for you! These films blend the intrigue of detective work with the fantastical elements of dragons, creating a unique cinematic experience. Whether you're looking for a thrilling mystery or an enchanting adventure, these movies offer a captivating escape into worlds where dragons aren't just part of the scenery but key players in solving crimes.

The Last Dragon (1985)
Description: A young man in New York City must solve the mystery of becoming the "Last Dragon" to defeat an evil martial arts master.
Fact: The film is a cult classic, known for its blend of martial arts, music, and urban fantasy.


Dragonheart (1996)
Description: In this medieval fantasy, a knight teams up with a dragon to solve the mystery of a king's assassination, uncovering a plot involving dragon magic.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use CGI for dragons extensively, setting a precedent for future fantasy films.


Reign of Fire (2002)
Description: Set in a post-apocalyptic world, a group of survivors must solve the mystery of how to stop the dragons from destroying what's left of humanity.
Fact: The film features a unique blend of action, sci-fi, and fantasy, with dragons as the central antagonists.


Eragon (2006)
Description: A young farm boy discovers a dragon egg and becomes embroiled in a quest to solve the mystery of his heritage and the dragon's origins.
Fact: The film is based on the first book of Christopher Paolini's Inheritance Cycle.


The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013)
Description: While not strictly a detective film, Bilbo Baggins and his companions must unravel the secrets of Smaug, the dragon, to reclaim their treasure.
Fact: The dragon Smaug was voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch, who also played Sherlock Holmes in the BBC series.


Dragon Age: Dawn of the Seeker (2012)
Description: A templar investigates a series of murders linked to dragons, blending detective work with fantasy elements.
Fact: This is an anime film based on the popular video game series Dragon Age.


Dragon Wars: D-War (2007)
Description: A modern-day detective story where a cop must solve the mystery of ancient dragons awakening in Los Angeles.
Fact: The film was the highest-budgeted South Korean film at the time of its release.


Pete's Dragon (2016)
Description: While not a detective story, the film involves uncovering the truth about Pete's past and the existence of his dragon friend, Elliot.
Fact: This is a remake of the 1977 film, with a more realistic CGI dragon.


Dragon Hunters (2008)
Description: Two dragon hunters take on a mission to solve the mystery of a dragon's disappearance, leading to a thrilling adventure.
Fact: The film was originally a French animated series before being adapted into a feature film.


D-War (2007)
Description: A modern-day detective story where a cop must solve the mystery of ancient dragons awakening in Los Angeles.
Fact: The film was the highest-budgeted South Korean film at the time of its release.
