Top 10 Fantasy Films Set in London

Description: This family-friendly film features a family of tiny people living beneath the floorboards of a London house, showcasing the city's architecture in a unique way.

Fact: The film was shot in various London locations, including the famous Harrods department store, which served as the setting for the Borrowers' adventures.

Description: This film introduces us to the magical world of Harry Potter, where London's King's Cross Station becomes the gateway to Hogwarts. The city's charm is woven into the fabric of the story, with scenes at the Leaky Cauldron and Diagon Alley.

Fact: The iconic Platform 9¾ was filmed at King's Cross Station, but the actual platform doesn't exist. The set for Diagon Alley was built at Leavesden Studios, but the exterior shots were filmed in London.

Description: While the majority of the story takes place in Narnia, the film begins in wartime London, with the Pevensie children's journey starting from a London train station.

Fact: The scenes set in London were filmed at various locations, including the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, which served as the backdrop for the children's departure.

Description: This lesser-known gem transports viewers from London to a magical estate, but the city's influence is felt throughout, with its Victorian-era charm.

Fact: The film was shot in Hungary, but the story's roots are firmly in London, with the protagonist's journey beginning in the city.

Description: While not set entirely in London, the film begins in Victorian England, with scenes in London's bustling markets and streets, before whisking viewers away to a magical realm. The city's atmosphere sets the stage for this enchanting tale.

Fact: The film was inspired by Neil Gaiman's novel, and the opening scenes were shot in various locations around London, including Leadenhall Market.

Description: This Disney adaptation starts in Victorian London, with the protagonist's journey to a magical realm beginning in her family's home, showcasing the city's festive atmosphere.

Fact: The film was inspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann's "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King," with London's setting providing a charming backdrop for the story's opening.

Description: Based on Neil Gaiman's novel, this TV series explores the underbelly of London, known as "London Below," where ordinary people encounter extraordinary events.

Fact: Although a TV series, it's often considered a film due to its cinematic quality. Gaiman wrote the series as a companion to his novel, expanding the universe of "London Below."

Description: This film, directed by Terry Gilliam, features a fantastical journey through a magical mirror in London, blending the city's gritty reality with surreal, imaginative landscapes.

Fact: After Heath Ledger's tragic death, his role was completed by Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell, each playing different versions of his character in the magical world.

Description: Tim Burton's adaptation of Ransom Riggs' novel features scenes in London, where the protagonist discovers a hidden world of peculiar children, blending the city's historical charm with fantasy.

Fact: The film's London scenes were shot in various locations, including the Blackfriars Bridge, which adds to the eerie, otherworldly atmosphere.

Description: Although primarily set in Thra, the series begins with scenes in London, where the story's lore is introduced through a mysterious book.

Fact: The series was created as a prequel to the original "The Dark Crystal" film, expanding the universe with a rich backstory.