Spells, parallel worlds, mythical creatures... Fantasy cinema explores the boundaries between reality and imagination. From Harry Potter to The Lord of the Rings, Pan's Labyrinth to Doctor Strange, the genre fascinates all generations. This guide lists the fantasy films currently showing in theaters and upcoming releases not to be missed.
Wicked: Part II, fantasy musical film starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo
Wicked: Part II, a fantasy musical film by Jon M. Chu starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, concludes the story of Elphaba and Glinda. In theaters November 19, 2025 in France. [Read more]
Les Légendaires - Le Film: preview and new trailer unveiled
The animated film Les Légendaires - Le Film, directed by Guillaume Ivernel and adapted from the comic strip by Patrick Sobral (Éditions Delcourt), will be released in cinemas on January 28, 2026. A preview will take place on November 9, 2025. [Read more]
The Bride! the Bride of Frankenstein is resurrected in 2026
The Bride! by Maggie Gyllenhaal, starring Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Annette Bening, Jake Gyllenhaal and Penélope Cruz, opens in cinemas on March 4, 2026. [Read more]
Scarlet and Eternity, the new film by Mamoru Hosoda
Directed by Mamoru Hosoda, Scarlet and Eternity is a Japanese animated drama film scheduled for release on March 11, 2026, presented at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. [Read more]
Mortal Kombat II: movie release postponed to 2026
The release of Simon McQuoid's Mortal Kombat II, starring Karl Urban, Tati Gabrielle, and Lewis Tan, has been postponed to May 13, 2026. Action and fantasy at the cinema. [Read more]
The Mandalorian & Grogu: Star Wars in theaters in 2026
Jon Favreau directs The Mandalorian & Grogu, a Star Wars feature film starring Din Djarin and Grogu. This sci-fiadventure film is expected to hit theaters on May 20, 2026. [Read more]
Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Tom Holland's return announced for 2026
Spider-Man: Brand New Day, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, and Sadie Sink, will be released in theaters on July 29, 2026. A new chapter for Spider-Man in the MCU. [Read more]
Because fantasy unfolds its full immersive power on the big screen: grandiose sets, special effects, epic music. Between wonder and thrills, these films offer total escape and awaken our imagination, whether it be magical worlds, myths, or supernatural universes.
This guide brings together fantasy films currently showing and those expected soon, updated automatically with each new release. You will find:
A film that introduces the supernatural into the real world. Fantasy differs from fantasy (a complete imaginary world) and horror (focused on pure fear).
Yes. The sections above are updated as soon as a new article tagged "fantasy film" is published on Sortir à Paris.
See also: Science fiction films: imagined worlds and futures • Adventure films: escape and wide open spaces • Horror films to see at the cinema
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