Top 10 Fantasy Films About Treasure Hunts

Description: Mrs. Brisby, a field mouse, seeks the aid of super-intelligent rats to move her home, uncovering a hidden laboratory and the secrets of the rats' intelligence, which can be seen as a treasure of knowledge.

Fact: The film was Don Bluth's first feature film after leaving Disney.

Description: A boy reads a magical book that transports him into the world of Fantasia, where he must help save the Childlike Empress by finding a cure for her illness, which involves a quest for the AURYN, a powerful amulet.

Fact: The film was based on Michael Ende's novel, although it only covers the first half of the book.

Description: A group of kids find a treasure map and embark on an adventure to save their homes from foreclosure, encountering pirates, booby traps, and a family of criminals along the way.

Fact: The film's setting, the fictional town of Astoria, Oregon, has become a pilgrimage site for fans.

Description: A fairy tale adventure where the hero, Westley, must navigate through various challenges to rescue his true love and uncover the secrets of the Dread Pirate Roberts, which includes a treasure hunt element.

Fact: The film has gained a cult following for its blend of romance, adventure, and humor, often quoted for lines like "As you wish."

Description: A farmer named Willow Ufgood is tasked with protecting a baby destined to defeat an evil queen, leading him on a quest that includes a treasure hunt for a magical wand.

Fact: The film was directed by Ron Howard and was George Lucas's first major project after the Star Wars trilogy.

Description: While primarily an action-adventure, the film involves the search for the treasures of Hamunaptra, the City of the Dead, and the curse that comes with it, blending elements of fantasy and horror.

Fact: The film was a box office success, leading to two sequels and a spin-off series.

Description: While not strictly fantasy, this film blends historical mystery with treasure hunting, as Nicolas Cage's character follows clues from America's founding fathers to find a legendary treasure.

Fact: The film's plot was inspired by real-life treasure hunters and the legends of the Knights Templar.

Description: A young man ventures into a magical realm to retrieve a fallen star, which turns out to be a woman, leading to a quest involving witches, princes, and a magical necklace that holds immense power.

Fact: The film is based on Neil Gaiman's novel of the same name, which itself was inspired by traditional English fairy tales.

Description: This film follows Bilbo Baggins and his companions as they continue their quest to reclaim the Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the dragon Smaug. The treasure at stake is not just gold but the restoration of a kingdom, making it a quintessential treasure hunt in a fantasy setting.

Fact: The dragon Smaug was brought to life using motion capture technology, with Benedict Cumberbatch providing both the voice and the physical movements for the character.

Description: In a world where two races, the Gelflings and the Skeksis, vie for power, the quest to restore the Crystal of Truth involves finding a shard, which is a treasure in its own right.

Fact: Jim Henson and Frank Oz used advanced puppetry techniques to bring this dark fantasy world to life.