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30 Spellbinding Fantasy and Supernatural Movies from 2012 You Need to See

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Embark on a spellbinding journey through time and space with our selection of the top 30 fantasy films from 2012. From enchanting Christmas tales to chilling vampire stories, these movies transport us into worlds where magic is real and dreams become reality. Experience a visual feast filled with courageous heroes, mischievous spirits, and breathtaking landscapes, all woven together in an unforgettable cinematic tapestry. Get ready to escape the ordinary and dive headfirst into the extraordinary realm of 2012's finest fantasies!

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  1. 1Marvel One-Shot: Item 47Movie · 2012 · 12m · Science Fiction, Action, FantasyBenny and Claire, a couple struggling financially, discover a discarded Chitauri weapon known as 'Item 47'.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4
  2. 2Death of a ShadowMovie · 2012 · 20m · Romance, FantasyDuring World War I, soldier Nathan dies. A mysterious collector offers him a second life, where he must fight 10,000 captured shadows. Driven by love, Nathan's goal is to reunite with Sarah, the woman he loved. He soon learns she's in love with someone else, and jealousy leads him to a difficult choice with serious repercussions.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.7
  3. 3It's Christmas, Carol!Movie · 2012 · 84m · TV Movie, Family, FantasyCarol Huffman, a ruthless publishing executive, is visited by the ghost of her former boss, Eve, on Christmas Eve. Eve confronts Carol, claiming she's lost sight of what matters most. She's been sent to show Carol the consequences of her actions, a role she's taking on due to budget constraints preventing the usual three-ghost visit. Eve will guide Carol through her past, present, and future.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.5
  4. 4The Snowman and The SnowdogMovie · 2012 · 24m · Animation, Family, FantasyA heartwarming animated sequel to Raymond Briggs's beloved The Snowman. After a young boy and his mother relocate, he creates a Snowman and a Snowdog, who then magically come to life.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
  5. 5Vampire SistersMovie · 2012 · 97m · Family, FantasyMoving from Transylvania to Germany is hard enough for a twelve-year-old. But it's even tougher when you're half-vampire trying to fit in at a new school and make new friends while hiding a secret. Dakaria (Daka) and Silvania, daughters of a vampire father and human mother, don’t have an ordinary family. Each sister longs for the completeness of one side of her heritage: Daka desires to be fully vampire, while Silvania wishes to be entirely human. They both believe they've found a chance to finally get what they want. But will Daka and Silvania discover that their differences are actually what make them strong?IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.7
  6. 6The Day of the CrowsMovie · 2012 · 90m · Animation, Family, FantasyDeep in the forest, a father and son live a solitary, challenging life in a remote cabin. The boy's childhood is marked by a mixture of fear and admiration for his father, with the forest's shadows as his only companions. His world changes when he discovers a nearby village and meets Manon, a young girl. Through her, he learns about love. He then embarks on a lifelong quest to understand where his father’s affection for him truly lies.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.6
  7. 7Naughty or NiceMovie · 2012 · 90m · Fantasy, Comedy, DramaKrissy Kringle gets a package meant for Santa: a magical book that reveals whether people are naughty or nice. She uses the book to learn about the people around her, leading to surprising and unforeseen consequences. Krissy discovers that everyone has both good and bad qualities.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0
  8. 8Scooby-Doo! Music of the VampireMovie · 2012 · 79m · Family, Animation, MysteryIn "Scooby Doo: Music of the Vampire," Scooby and the gang embark on a musical road trip to a vampire festival in the bayou. What starts as a fun outing takes a turn for the frightening when a real vampire emerges and threatens the town. The vampire seems determined to make Daphne his bride. The gang investigates, suspecting a connection to a vampire hunter trying to sell a book or a politician seeking publicity by demonizing vampires. The mystery culminates in a song-filled showdown in the swamp, where they unmask a truly terrifying villain.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.7
  9. 9Doomsday BookMovie · 2012 · 113m · Science Fiction, Fantasy, DramaA virus devastates Seoul, turning the city into a zombie-infested ruin in 'A Brave New World'. In 'The Heavenly Creature', a robot achieves enlightenment while working at a temple, but its creators view this as a danger to humanity. Finally, in 'Happy Birthday', a young girl orders a billiard ball online for her father, just as a meteor approaches Earth, prompting widespread panic and a rush to underground shelters.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.1
  10. 10BlancanievesMovie · 2012 · 104m · Drama, FantasyThis silent film reimagines the Snow White story in a glamorous 1920s Seville, focusing on a female bullfighter. The film is presented in black and white.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3
  11. 11Kirikou and the Men and WomenMovie · 2012 · 88m · Fantasy, Animation, FamilyThe grandfather shares childhood stories with Kirikou in his blue grotto, tales of helping people in the village and beyond. He recounts how Kirikou used his bravery and cleverness to assist a strong woman, and how he found a lost old man in the bush with a trick. He explains how Kirikou helped a threatened cherry share its knowledge with the villagers. They also uncover the secret of a mysterious blue monster and discover the magical power of music through a flute connected to their family.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3
  12. 12A Magnificent HauntingMovie · 2012 · 105m · Drama, Fantasy, ComedyA hopeful actor moves into a large apartment and finds it already occupied – by eight friendly ghosts.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4
  13. 13Painted Skin: The ResurrectionMovie · 2012 · 131m · Drama, FantasyDemon legends say it takes centuries for a demon to become human. Even then, without a human heart, they can't truly feel emotions or pain. But a legend exists: a demon can become mortal and experience real life if a pure human heart is willingly given to them. A sequel to Painted Skin (2008).IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8
  14. 14Beasts of the Southern WildMovie · 2012 · 93m · Drama, FantasyHushpuppy, a spirited six-year-old, lives with her father, Wink, in a remote Delta community called 'the Bathtub'. Wink's strict upbringing prepares her for a future without his protection. When Wink falls ill with a strange disease, the natural world begins to change—temperatures soar and the ice caps melt, releasing prehistoric creatures called aurochs. As the waters rise, the aurochs appear, and Wink’s health declines, Hushpuppy sets out to find her mother, who disappeared long ago.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8
  15. 15Holy MotorsMovie · 2012 · 116m · Drama, FantasyThe film follows 24 hours in the life of someone who repeatedly inhabits different bodies, moving from one life to the next like a detached assassin. Each life is completely different – sometimes male, sometimes female, young, sometimes old. They experience life as a murderer, a beggar, a CEO, a monster, a worker, a family man.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0
  16. 16Rise of the GuardiansMovie · 2012 · 97m · Animation, Family, FantasyWhen a dark spirit named Pitch challenges to plunge the world into shadow, the legendary Guardians must unite for the first time. Together, they must defend the hopes, beliefs, and imaginations of children everywhere.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4
  17. 17The Snow QueenMovie · 2012 · 76m · Animation, Fantasy, FamilyThe Snow Queen plunges the world into endless winter, freezing people's hearts and feelings. She transforms Kai, the wizard's son, into a statue of ice. Determined to save him and restore warmth to the world, his sister sets out on a quest.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.8
  18. 18White TigerMovie · 2012 · 105m · Action, Adventure, Fantasy1945, World War II. Following a harrowing encounter with an unusual, ghostly white German Tiger tank that he narrowly escapes, Red Army Sergeant Ivan Naydenov becomes consumed by a desire to destroy it.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.7
  19. 19Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: BeginningsMovie · 2012 · 131m · Thriller, Animation, FantasyMadoka Kaname, a typical middle school student, and her close friend Sayaka Miki are presented with an opportunity to have their heart's desire fulfilled by the enigmatic Kyubey. They become magical girls tasked with battling witches. But Homura Akemi, another magical girl, is determined to prevent Madoka from embracing this destiny, no matter the cost. *Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings* recounts the initial episodes of the television anime series.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5
  20. 20Upside DownMovie · 2012 · 104m · Romance, Science Fiction, DramaIn a world with twin planets featuring reversed gravity, a young man faces prejudice between the planets and challenges the laws of physics as he tries to find the woman he loves. This visually stunning romantic adventure asks: can love overcome even the strongest forces?IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3
  21. 21Santa Paws 2: The Santa PupsMovie · 2012 · 88m · Family, Fantasy, AdventureMrs. Claus visits Pineville, a town known for its holiday cheer, when a group of magical puppies secretly join her on her sleigh. The puppies grant wishes to the town's children, but suddenly the Christmas spirit starts fading. Mrs. Claus and the Santa Pups must work together to restore the magic of Christmas before it's gone forever.IMDb 4.7TMDB 6.1
  22. 22Scooby-Doo! Mask of the Blue FalconMovie · 2012 · 77m · Animation, Comedy, FantasyIn sunny California, the Mega Mondo Pop Cartoon-a-Con becomes the setting for a new Scooby-Doo mystery! Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy, and Scooby attend the annual convention not to solve a crime, but to meet comic book heroes and see a major movie premiere. The film is an action-packed remake of "The Adventures of Blue Falcon," starring their favorite superheroes: the caped Blue Falcon and his robotic dog, Dynomutt.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.7
  23. 23Big MiracleMovie · 2012 · 107m · Adventure, Drama, RomanceA local news reporter and a Greenpeace volunteer team up, seeking assistance from both major world powers to rescue three large gray whales trapped beneath the ice in the Arctic.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7
  24. 24Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part II: EternalMovie · 2012 · 109m · Thriller, Animation, FantasyAfter uncovering a devastating truth about the fate of magical girls, one by one they meet tragic ends. Amidst this destruction, Homura Akemi remains the sole fighter. *Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part II: Eternal* recounts the latter half of the television anime series.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.5
  25. 25EegaMovie · 2012 · 145m · Fantasy, ActionNani, a flower decorator deeply in love with his neighbor Bindhu, is murdered by Sudeep, a powerful businessman. Nani returns as a housefly, determined to exact revenge.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.1
  26. 26Abraham Lincoln: Vampire HunterMovie · 2012 · 105m · Action, Fantasy, HorrorThe death of President Lincoln's mother at the hands of a supernatural being ignites in him a fierce determination to eradicate vampires and those who assist them in maintaining slavery.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8
  27. 27Berserk: The Golden Age Arc I - The Egg of the KingMovie · 2012 · 76m · Animation, Action, AdventureGuts, a powerful swordsman who works as a mercenary, lives a life of constant battle without a clear purpose. His routine is disrupted when he encounters Griffith, a captivating young leader of the Band of the Hawk mercenary army, and is defeated by him. Guts joins the Band, and a close bond forms between him and Griffith. However, Casca, a skilled swordswoman within the Band, finds it difficult to accept Guts and the impact he has on those around her. As the two men fight side-by-side, Griffith’s power grows, seemingly driven by a hidden destiny. What sacrifices will Guts and Griffith make to achieve their goals, and where will their paths ultimately lead?IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  28. 28The Hunger GamesMovie · 2012 · 142m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ActionIn a bleak future, the ruling Capitol demands that each district offer two young people to fight to the death in a televised event. A girl steps forward to volunteer in her sister's place, initiating a desperate fight for survival and a challenge to the Capitol's authority.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2
  29. 29Secret of the WingsMovie · 2012 · 75m · Animation, Family, FantasyTinkerbell ventures into the forbidden Winter woods and encounters Periwinkle. They discover the secret behind their wings and work together to bridge the gap between the warm fairies and the winter fairies, hoping to save Pixie Hollow.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.2
  30. 30Road to Ninja: Naruto the MovieMovie · 2012 · 109m · Animation, Fantasy, ActionSixteen years ago, a masked ninja unleashed the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox on the Hidden Leaf Village, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The Fourth Hokage Minato Namikaze and his wife Kushina Uzumaki, who served as the Fox's host, sealed the creature within their newborn son, Naruto Uzumaki. Life returned to normal. But now, peace is shattered when the Akatsuki, a group of ninja led by the enigmatic Tobi – the masked figure responsible for the past attack – attacks Konoha. Tobi aims to conquer the world by using illusions.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4