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.
Me, when I reincarnate as a Slime – Tears of the Azure Sea hits theaters
When I reincarnate as a Slime – Tears of the Azure Sea, a Japanese animated film, hits theaters on April 29 and 30, 2026. It’s brought to you by Crunchyroll and Sony. [Read more]
Mortal Kombat II: Karl Urban enters the fight arena
Mortal Kombat II, the action film directed by Simon McQuoid starring Karl Urban, Lewis Tan, and Tati Gabrielle, hits theaters on May 6, 2026. [Read more]
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu — the final trailer and the theatrical release date
The final trailer for Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu has been unveiled at CinemaCon. Featuring Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, and Jeremy Allen White. In theaters May 20, 2026. [Read more]
Spider-Man: Brand New Day — trailer and synopsis for Tom Holland's return to the big screen
Spider-Man: Brand New Day unveils its trailer and synopsis. Tom Holland, alone in a New York that has forgotten him, arrives in theaters on July 29, 2026. [Read more]
Insidious : The Distant Invasion — the trailer for the sixth installment featuring Amelia Eve
Check out the trailer for Insidious: The Invasion from Afar, the sixth installment in the franchise, directed by Jacob Chase and starring Amelia Eve and Lin Shaye. In theaters August 19, 2026. [Read more]
The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum — Gandalf and Frodo return in 2027
The Lord of the Rings is making a return to the big screen in 2027. The Hunt for Gollum features the comeback of Gandalf and Frodo in a brand-new Middle-earth adventure. [Read more]
Avengers: Doomsday: film release postponed to December 2026
The Russo brothers' film Avengers: Doomsday, starring Robert Downey Jr. and Pedro Pascal, has been postponed until December 16, 2026. A new chapter 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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