- The NeverEnding Story (1984)
- Labyrinth (1986)
- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005)
- The Golden Compass (2007)
- Bridge to Terabithia (2007)
- Stardust (2007)
- Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010)
- Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (2016)
- The BFG (2016)
Ben je fan van 'Die Geheimnisse der Spiderwicks' (2008) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dit artikel biedt 10 fantastische suggesties die dezelfde magie, avontuur en betovering bieden. Perfect voor liefhebbers van fantasy en familieavonturen!

The NeverEnding Story (1984)
Beschreibung: A boy escapes into a magical book, becoming part of a quest to save a fantastical world from destruction, blending reality and fantasy.
Fakt: The film's iconic luckdragon, Falkor, was operated by a team of puppeteers. The movie was a co-production between Germany and the United States, rare for its time.


Labyrinth (1986)
Beschreibung: A teenage girl navigates a surreal maze filled with bizarre creatures to rescue her baby brother from a enigmatic goblin king.
Fakt: Jim Henson, creator of The Muppets, directed the film. David Bowie's role as the Goblin King was originally offered to Michael Jackson.


The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005)
Beschreibung: A fantasy adventure where children discover a hidden magical world filled with mythical creatures and must embark on a quest to save it from an evil force.
Fakt: 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 its icy appearance.


The Golden Compass (2007)
Beschreibung: A young girl journeys through parallel universes, accompanied by magical creatures and a mysterious compass, to uncover dark secrets.
Fakt: The film's daemons, animal companions that reflect human souls, were created using cutting-edge CGI. The story is based on the first book of Philip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials' trilogy.


Bridge to Terabithia (2007)
Beschreibung: A story of childhood imagination and friendship, where two kids create a fantastical kingdom to escape their real-world struggles.
Fakt: The film is based on a novel by Katherine Paterson, who wrote it to help her son cope with the death of a friend. The magical world of Terabithia was brought to life through a mix of practical effects and CGI.


Stardust (2007)
Beschreibung: A whimsical fairy tale about a young man who ventures into a magical realm to retrieve a fallen star, encountering witches, pirates, and enchanted objects.
Fakt: The film features a cameo by author Neil Gaiman as a market trader. The sky pirate's ship was inspired by classic pirate lore but designed to float through the clouds.


Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010)
Beschreibung: A young protagonist discovers he is part of a hidden world of gods and monsters, embarking on a journey that blends modern settings with ancient mythology.
Fakt: The author of the book series, Rick Riordan, made a cameo appearance in the film. The Lotus Casino scene was inspired by real Las Vegas casinos, with added visual effects to enhance the surreal atmosphere.


Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (2016)
Beschreibung: A boy stumbles upon a mysterious orphanage where children possess extraordinary abilities, uncovering a hidden world of magic and danger.
Fakt: Tim Burton directed the film, known for his distinctive gothic and whimsical style. The movie combines live-action with extensive CGI to bring the peculiar children's powers to life.


The BFG (2016)
Beschreibung: A young girl befriends a gentle giant and explores a hidden world of giants, combining wonder with a sense of adventure and danger.
Fakt: The film marks Steven Spielberg's first collaboration with Disney. The BFG's movements were based on actor Mark Rylance's performance, captured through motion-capture technology.
