Top 10 Adventure Films Featuring Magical Portals

Description: A young boy reads a magical book that transports him into the fantasy world of Fantasia, where he must save it from destruction by The Nothing.

Fact: The film was a major box office success in Germany, where it was produced, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of all time there.

Description: While not explicitly about portals, the film features magical elements and a journey through a fantasy world, including the Fire Swamp.

Fact: The film was initially considered a commercial failure but has since become a cult classic.

Description: Harry Potter discovers his magical heritage and enters the wizarding world through Platform 9¾, a magical portal at King's Cross Station.

Fact: The film's director, Chris Columbus, was chosen by J.K. Rowling herself after she was impressed by his work on "Home Alone."

Description: Coraline finds a hidden door in her new home that leads to an alternate version of her life, where her "Other Mother" has buttons for eyes.

Fact: The film was the first stop-motion feature to be shot entirely in 3D.

Description: This film introduces us to the Pevensie children who stumble upon a magical wardrobe that leads them to the fantastical world of Narnia, where they must help defeat the White Witch.

Fact: The film was shot in New Zealand, the same location used for the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, enhancing its magical landscape.

Description: Two children create a magical kingdom in the woods, accessible through a rope swing, where they escape from their troubles.

Fact: The film's portrayal of the imaginary world was inspired by the book's descriptions, but the visual effects were enhanced for the movie.

Description: Alice returns to the whimsical world of Wonderland through a rabbit hole, where she must help the White Queen defeat the Red Queen.

Fact: Tim Burton's version of "Alice in Wonderland" was the first film ever to be released in digital 3D and IMAX 3D simultaneously.

Description: A group of teenagers are sucked into a magical video game, transforming into their avatars and must complete the game to return home, facing numerous adventures along the way.

Fact: The film's title was changed from "Jumanji" to "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" to differentiate it from the original 1995 film.

Description: Jen, a Gelfling, must find the missing shard of the Dark Crystal to restore balance to the world, entering through mystical portals.

Fact: Jim Henson and Frank Oz, known for "The Muppets," created this film, which was a pioneering effort in puppetry and animatronics.

Description: Sarah must navigate the Labyrinth, a magical maze, to rescue her baby brother from the Goblin King, Jareth.

Fact: David Bowie's performance as Jareth was inspired by his own music videos, particularly "Ashes to Ashes."