Fantasy Films About Adopted Kids

Description: Harry Potter, an orphan, discovers he's a wizard and is whisked away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he learns about his true heritage and the family he never knew.

Fact: The film was the highest-grossing film of 2001, and the role of Harry was almost given to another actor before Daniel Radcliffe was cast.

Description: Mia Thermopolis, an ordinary high school student, learns she's the princess of a small European country, Genovia, and must navigate her new royal life and identity.

Fact: Julie Andrews, who plays the queen, was initially hesitant to take the role, but her granddaughter convinced her to accept.

Description: Coraline Jones, feeling neglected by her parents, discovers a parallel world where her "Other Mother" offers everything she could want, but at a sinister price, exploring themes of belonging and family.

Fact: The film was the first stop-motion animation to be shot entirely in 3D.

Description: Four siblings enter the magical land of Narnia through a wardrobe, where they are called upon to help defeat the White Witch and restore peace, discovering their own destinies in the process.

Fact: The film was shot in New Zealand, and the wardrobe used in the film was custom-made to be larger than life.

Description: Jess Aarons and Leslie Burke create an imaginary kingdom called Terabithia, where they escape from the realities of their lives, including Jess's struggles with his family dynamics.

Fact: The film was shot in New Zealand, and the treehouse in Terabithia was built in a real forest.

Description: Tristan Thorn, a young man from a small English village, sets out to capture a fallen star to win the heart of his beloved, only to find the star is a woman named Yvaine, leading to an adventure of self-discovery and true family.

Fact: The film was adapted from Neil Gaiman's novel, and the author himself made a cameo as a nobleman in the film.

Description: Mary Lennox, an orphan, discovers a hidden, magical garden at her uncle's estate, where she finds friendship, healing, and a sense of belonging.

Fact: This adaptation was praised for its lush visuals and faithful adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic novel.

Description: Sophie, an orphan, befriends the Big Friendly Giant, who takes her to Giant Country, where she learns about friendship, courage, and the importance of family.

Fact: The film was directed by Steven Spielberg, and the character of the BFG was inspired by Roald Dahl's own childhood experiences.

Description: Alex, a young boy, pulls a sword from a stone, becoming the modern-day King Arthur, tasked with saving the world from an ancient evil, exploring themes of leadership and family.

Fact: The film was inspired by the Arthurian legend but set in contemporary times.

Description: Jake Portman discovers a hidden home for children with special abilities, where he learns about his own peculiar heritage and the importance of protecting his newfound family.

Fact: The film was directed by Tim Burton, known for his love of the fantastical and the peculiar.