Fantasy Films with Treasure Maps

Description: While the film doesn't feature a traditional treasure map, the book within the story, "The Neverending Story," acts as a guide for Bastian, leading him through Fantasia in a quest to save the world.

Fact: The film was shot in Germany, and the iconic flying scene with Falkor was achieved using a combination of practical effects and early CGI.

Description: Although not strictly fantasy, this beloved adventure film involves a treasure map leading to the long-lost fortune of pirate One-Eyed Willy, with plenty of fantastical elements and booby traps.

Fact: The film was shot in Astoria, Oregon, and the house used for the exterior shots of the Goonies' home is now a popular tourist attraction.

Description: This classic film features a quest for the ultimate treasure - true love. While not explicitly about a treasure map, the journey to rescue Buttercup involves maps, clues, and a series of fantastical challenges that make it a fitting addition to this list.

Fact: The film was adapted from a novel by William Goldman, who also wrote the screenplay. It's known for its iconic lines like "As you wish" and "Inconceivable!"

Description: In this surreal fantasy, a map leads to the city where children are being kidnapped. The quest to find and save these children is as much about treasure as it is about human connection and freedom.

Fact: The film was directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Marc Caro, known for their unique visual style, which heavily influenced the look of the movie.

Description: While primarily an action-adventure, the film involves a map to Hamunaptra, the City of the Dead, where the treasure and the curse of Imhotep lie. The map leads to both riches and supernatural encounters.

Fact: The film was a surprise hit, revitalizing the mummy genre and spawning two sequels.

Description: Captain Jack Sparrow embarks on a quest for the Dead Man's Chest, guided by a map tattooed on a pirate's back. The film blends fantasy with pirate lore, making it a perfect fit for this collection.

Fact: The film set a record for the most expensive film ever made at the time, with a budget of $225 million.

Description: Based on the novel "The Little White Horse," this film follows Maria Merryweather as she discovers a magical map that leads her to the Moon Princess's treasure, with a mission to restore peace between two feuding families.

Fact: The film was shot in Hungary, and the castle used for filming is the same one used in "The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement."

Description: Bilbo Baggins, guided by a map, leads a company of dwarves to reclaim their mountain home and its treasure from the dragon Smaug. The map plays a crucial role in their journey, revealing secret passages and hidden dangers.

Fact: The film features the first live-action appearance of Smaug, voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch, whose motion capture performance brought the dragon to life.

Description: Although not directly about a treasure map, the film's narrative involves a quest for the shard of the Dark Crystal, which can be seen as a metaphorical treasure map, guiding the Gelflings through their world.

Fact: Jim Henson and Frank Oz created the film using advanced puppetry techniques, making it a landmark in fantasy cinema.

Description: This time-loop film involves a map of daily events, which, while not leading to physical treasure, guides the characters through their repeated day, discovering the beauty in the mundane.

Fact: The film was released directly on Amazon Prime Video, bypassing a theatrical release due to the global health situation at the time.