- The Ice Pirates (1984)
- The Polar Express (2004)
- The Golden Compass (2007)
- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (2010)
- The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013)
- The Lost City of Z (2016)
- The Dark Crystal (1982)
- The Secret of the Ice Cave (1989)
- The Snow Queen (2005)
- The Princess of Mars (2012)
Antarctica, with its vast, icy landscapes, provides a unique and often underused setting for fantasy films. This collection brings together ten films where the frozen continent becomes a canvas for magical adventures, mythical creatures, and epic tales. Whether you're a fan of the fantastical or simply looking for something out of the ordinary, these films offer a blend of wonder, adventure, and the stark beauty of Antarctica, all wrapped up in a British English dubbed experience.

The Ice Pirates (1984)
Description: While not set entirely in Antarctica, this sci-fi fantasy film features a quest for water in a universe where it's the most valuable resource. The icy planet in the film could easily be imagined as an Antarctic fantasy setting.
Fact: The film was ahead of its time, mixing space opera with elements of fantasy and comedy, and was dubbed in British English for its UK release.


The Polar Express (2004)
Description: Although set at the North Pole, the film's magical journey through icy landscapes and the quest for belief in the unseen can be likened to the fantastical elements one might find in an Antarctic setting.
Fact: The film was released in the UK with a British English dub, enhancing its appeal to local audiences.


The Golden Compass (2007)
Description: In this adaptation of Philip Pullman's novel, the icy, northern settings could be seen as a parallel to Antarctica, with its own set of fantastical elements and creatures.
Fact: The film was dubbed in British English, maintaining the authenticity of the story's setting.


The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (2010)
Description: While not set in Antarctica, the icy island of Ramandu in Narnia provides a similar icy, fantastical setting where the characters encounter mythical creatures and face magical challenges.
Fact: The film was dubbed in British English, maintaining the original voice cast from the previous Narnia films.


The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013)
Description: The icy, treacherous paths of the Misty Mountains in Middle-earth could easily be imagined as part of an Antarctic fantasy landscape, filled with adventure and mythical creatures.
Fact: The film was dubbed in British English, preserving the original voice cast from the Lord of the Rings trilogy.


The Lost City of Z (2016)
Description: Although not strictly fantasy, this film's exploration of the Amazon jungle can be paralleled with the mysteries of Antarctica. The film's themes of discovery and the unknown resonate with the fantasy genre.
Fact: The film was inspired by real events, but its narrative style and the quest for an unknown city give it a fantastical edge.


The Dark Crystal (1982)
Description: This Jim Henson classic, while not set in Antarctica, features a world where the harsh, icy landscapes could easily be imagined as part of the frozen continent, with its mythical creatures and epic quest.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use animatronics extensively, creating a truly immersive fantasy world.


The Secret of the Ice Cave (1989)
Description: A family embarks on an expedition to Antarctica, only to discover a hidden world beneath the ice where time has stood still. This film blends elements of fantasy with the real-life mystery of the continent's unexplored regions.
Fact: The film was shot on location in Antarctica, making it one of the few movies to capture the real essence of the continent's harsh beauty.


The Snow Queen (2005)
Description: This animated adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale transports viewers to a fantastical Antarctica where the Snow Queen rules with an icy heart. The film's setting provides a chilling backdrop to the story of Gerda's quest to save her brother from the Snow Queen's icy grip.
Fact: The film was one of the first Russian animated features to receive a wide release in the UK with British English dubbing.


The Princess of Mars (2012)
Description: While set on Mars, the film's icy, barren landscapes and the quest for survival and adventure can be likened to the harsh conditions of Antarctica, with its own set of fantastical elements.
Fact: The film was dubbed in British English, providing a unique viewing experience for UK audiences.
