Top 10 Fantasy Films Featuring School Bullies

Description: A young boy and his grandmother encounter a coven of witches at a hotel, where the boy must outwit the Grand High Witch, a formidable bully in her own right.

Fact: The film was directed by Nicolas Roeg, known for his surreal and sometimes disturbing films. Anjelica Huston's portrayal of the Grand High Witch was critically acclaimed.

Description: Matilda uses her telekinetic powers to stand up against the tyrannical headmistress Miss Trunchbull, showcasing how magic can empower the underdog in a school setting.

Fact: The film was directed by Danny DeVito, who also played Matilda's father. The character of Miss Trunchbull was inspired by a real-life teacher Roald Dahl had.

Description: This iconic film introduces us to Hogwarts, where Harry Potter faces not only the dark forces but also the everyday challenges of school life, including dealing with bullies like Draco Malfoy.

Fact: The film was shot at Alnwick Castle in Northumberland, which served as the exterior of Hogwarts. The role of Harry Potter was almost given to another actor before Daniel Radcliffe was cast.

Description: At a school for superheroes, Will Stronghold must navigate his powers and the social hierarchy, dealing with bullies who have superpowers of their own.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a TV series. The school's design was inspired by the architecture of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

Description: Percy Jackson, a demigod, attends Camp Half-Blood where he encounters bullies among his fellow demigods, learning to harness his powers to fight against them.

Fact: The film's title was changed from "Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief" to avoid confusion with the book series. The role of Percy was offered to several actors before Logan Lerman was cast.

Description: Arrietty, a tiny borrower, must navigate the dangers of the human world, including a boy who initially bullies her, before they form an unlikely friendship.

Fact: The film was Studio Ghibli's first to use 3D computer animation for certain elements. It was also the first Ghibli film to be released in the UK with a British voice cast.

Description: Jake discovers a hidden home for children with special abilities, where he must help them fend off bullies from the outside world and within their own ranks.

Fact: Tim Burton directed this adaptation of Ransom Riggs' novel. The film uses a mix of practical effects and CGI to bring the peculiar children's abilities to life.

Description: Two best friends are kidnapped and taken to a magical school where they must navigate the social dynamics, including dealing with bullies from both the Good and Evil sides.

Fact: The film was adapted from Soman Chainani's popular book series. It features a diverse cast and explores themes of friendship, identity, and morality.

Description: While not set in a school, this series features young Gelflings who must overcome the oppressive Skeksis, akin to school bullies in their tyranny over the land of Thra.

Fact: The series was a prequel to the original 1982 film, using advanced puppetry and CGI to bring the world of Thra to life. It was critically acclaimed for its visual effects.

Description: In this lesser-known gem, a group of girls at a magical academy must deal with a bully who uses her powers to torment others, leading to a magical showdown.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use computer-generated imagery for magical effects. It was also one of the first films to feature a predominantly female cast in a fantasy setting.