Top 10 Fantasy Films About Sales

Description: While not strictly fantasy, this classic film involves a magical twist of fate in the world of retail sales, making it a fitting addition to our list. It's about two employees at a leather goods shop who unknowingly fall in love through anonymous letters.

Fact: The film was remade as "You've Got Mail" in 1998, and it's one of the few films where Judy Garland does not sing.

Description: The film features a carnival where the last unicorn is captured and put on display, highlighting the commercialization of magic and mythical creatures.

Fact: The film's script was written by Peter S. Beagle, who also wrote the original novel.

Description: This beloved film includes a scene where the hero, Westley, must navigate a deal with the Dread Pirate Roberts, showcasing the negotiation and salesmanship in a fantasy setting.

Fact: The film has a cult following and is often quoted, with lines like "As you wish" becoming iconic.

Description: This film features three women who inadvertently conjure up the devil, who then opens a shop in their town, leading to a series of magical and comedic sales transactions.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by John Updike, and Jack Nicholson's character was inspired by a real-life figure known for his charm and manipulation.

Description: A young boy wishes to be big and wakes up in an adult's body, leading to a series of adventures in the corporate world, including a memorable scene involving a giant piano and a toy company's sales pitch.

Fact: Tom Hanks won a Golden Globe for Best Actor for his role, and the film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.

Description: This adaptation of Roald Dahl's book involves a boy and his grandmother who encounter a convention of witches, where the witches are selling their magical services and products.

Fact: Anjelica Huston's performance as the Grand High Witch was widely acclaimed, and the film features a memorable scene with a chocolate bar.

Description: While primarily a fantasy adventure, the film features a market where magical items are sold, and a character who sells lightning in bottles, showcasing the fantastical side of commerce.

Fact: The film was adapted from Neil Gaiman's novel and features an ensemble cast including Robert De Niro and Michelle Pfeiffer.

Description: A modern-day sorcerer must protect the world from an evil sorcerer, with scenes involving magical sales pitches and the use of magic in everyday life, including a memorable sequence in a car park.

Fact: The film includes a scene that pays homage to the famous "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" segment from Disney's Fantasia.

Description: This animated film tells the story of a young boy in a medieval abbey who must complete an illuminated manuscript, involving the sale and trade of knowledge and art in a fantastical setting.

Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

Description: Doctor Parnassus runs a travelling theatre troupe that offers audiences a chance to enter a magical world through a mirror. The film explores the idea of selling dreams and experiences, with a twist of fantasy.

Fact: Heath Ledger's role was completed by Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell after his untimely death.