- The NeverEnding Story (1984)
- The Goonies (1985)
- Big (1988)
- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005)
- The Spiderwick Chronicles (2008)
- Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010)
- The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010)
- Hugo (2011)
- Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
- The Kid Who Would Be King (2019)
Ben je fan van 'Shazam! Fury of the Gods' (2023) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde magische actie, humor en superheldenavonturen bieden. Perfect voor wie meer wil van dit genre!

The NeverEnding Story (1984)
Beschreibung: A boy reads a book that transports him to a fantastical world where he becomes part of an epic quest to save it from destruction.
Fakt: The film's theme song, performed by Limahl, became a hit and is still widely recognized today.


The Goonies (1985)
Beschreibung: A group of kids embark on a treasure hunt to save their homes, encountering booby traps and pirates along the way.
Fakt: The underground pirate ship set was built full-scale and is one of the largest ever constructed for a film.


Big (1988)
Beschreibung: A magical transformation leads a child to experience life as an adult, blending fantasy with real-world challenges and humor.
Fakt: The iconic piano scene at FAO Schwarz was improvised by Tom Hanks and Robert Loggia.


The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005)
Beschreibung: Children step through a wardrobe into a magical land where they must fulfill a prophecy and battle an evil queen.
Fakt: The film was shot in New Zealand, the same country where The Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed.


The Spiderwick Chronicles (2008)
Beschreibung: Siblings uncover a hidden world of fairies and monsters, requiring bravery and cleverness to protect their family.
Fakt: The film combines live-action with CGI to bring the fantastical creatures from the books to life.


Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010)
Beschreibung: A teenager discovers he is a demigod and embarks on a quest filled with Greek mythology, action, and self-discovery.
Fakt: The movie is based on the popular book series by Rick Riordan, which blends modern settings with ancient myths.


The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010)
Beschreibung: A young man learns he is the heir to a magical legacy, battling dark forces while mastering his newfound powers.
Fakt: The film includes a scene inspired by the famous animated segment from Disney's Fantasia.


Hugo (2011)
Beschreibung: An orphaned boy living in a train station uncovers a magical mystery tied to an automaton and a forgotten filmmaker.
Fakt: The movie is Martin Scorsese's first family film and his first shot in 3D.


Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
Beschreibung: Teens are transported into a video game world, facing fantastical creatures and challenges that test their courage and teamwork.
Fakt: The movie revitalized the Jumanji franchise, shifting from a board game to a video game setting.


The Kid Who Would Be King (2019)
Beschreibung: A modern-day kid discovers a legendary sword and must embrace his destiny to save the world, combining adventure with mythical elements.
Fakt: The film pays homage to classic 80s adventure movies while updating the Arthurian legend for a new generation.
