Top Fantasy Adventures of 2004: Magic, Dragons, and Mystical Journeys

Steamboy

2004 • 126 min • Budget $26M • Box office $18M

Animation, Fantasy, Science Fiction

Set in 1860s Britain, a young inventor becomes embroiled in a dangerous power struggle surrounding a groundbreaking development in steam technology.

6.9

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The Dust Factory

2004 • 99 min • Box office $12

Fantasy, Family, Adventure

Ryan, a teenager who cannot speak, falls off a bridge and is transported to a fantastical world. There, he meets his Grandpa Randolph and Melanie, a young woman. As Ryan and Melanie navigate their challenges, they form a bond and…

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Bibi Blocksberg and the Secret of Blue Owls

2004 • 119 min

Adventure, Comedy, Family

Bibi is sent to Altenberg boarding school for the entire summer to pass a series of exams after failing math – or risk repeating the year. No vacation, no fun. Naturally, the young witch is unhappy when she arrives at…

6.1

5.6

7 Zwerge - Männer allein im Wald

2004 • 95 min

Comedy, Fantasy

Hidden in a secluded part of the Enchanted Forest, the Seven Dwarves live a solitary life, untouched by women. Their peaceful existence is disrupted when Snow White enters their world, captivating them with her innocence. When the evil queen kidnaps…

5.5

4.9

Lorenzo

2004 • 5 min

Animation, Comedy, Family

Lorenzo, a cat, is troubled by a strange development: his tail has seemingly gained a mind of its own.

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Stork Day

2004 • 90 min

Comedy, Fantasy

Filippo, a well-known Italian TV personality, is dispatched to Tenerife, Spain, to film an episode about the island's storks. It's August 13th. After completing his assignment, Filippo finds the ferry unexpectedly canceled, forcing him to spend the night. He awakens…

6.6

6.5

Alesha Popovich and Tugarin the Dragon

2004 • Budget $4M • Box office $1M

Animation, Comedy, Family

Alesha Popovich must track down Tugarin Zmey and recover stolen money. He enlists the help of a constantly-commenting talking Horse, a wise old woman, a donkey, and a beautiful woman named Lyubava.

6.8

7.1

The Five People You Meet In Heaven

2004 • 132 min • Budget $20M

Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction

Eddie, an 83-year-old war veteran and maintenance worker at Ruby Pier, dies while saving a girl from a falling amusement park ride. In the afterlife, he meets five people connected to his life who guide him in understanding the purpose…

7.0

7.2

Night Watch

2004 • 114 min • Budget $10M • Box office $50M

Fantasy, Action, Thriller

In a world where supernatural beings, known as "Others," live alongside ordinary people, a truce exists between the forces of light and dark, ending a long and destructive war. Since then, the forces of light have ruled the day, while…

6.2

6.4

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Tropical Malady

2004 • 118 min

Drama, Romance, Fantasy

A passionate relationship between two men leads to unforeseen consequences. The film unfolds in two parts. The first part depicts the gentle beginnings of their connection in a peaceful, rural setting. The second part follows their growing fear and disorientation…

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Lady Death

2004 • 77 min

Fantasy, Animation, Horror

Accused of devil worship by her community, Hope is forced into a pact with the Devil to save herself. When she refuses his terms, she transforms into the formidable Lady Death and declares war on her father to seize control…

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Be with You

2004 • 119 min

Drama, Fantasy, Romance

Takumi and his six-year-old son, Yuji, are still grieving the loss of their wife and mother. While sheltering from the rain near their house, they encounter a woman who bears a striking resemblance to her.

7.5

7.8

Mind Game

2004 • 103 min • Box office $36K

Animation, Romance, Comedy

Nishi is a failure with a longing for his childhood sweetheart. Following a run-in with the Japanese mafia, he experiences a trip to heaven and back, only to find himself stranded in an even stranger location.

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The Twins Effect II

2004 • 106 min

Action, Adventure, Comedy

In the kingdom of Flower Capital, an Evil Queen rules a land where men are subservient to women. A prophecy speaks of a future where the Star of Rex will discover a legendary sword, seize power, defeat the Queen, and…

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4.8

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

2004 • 141 min • Budget $130M • Box office $789M

Adventure, Fantasy

In his third year at Hogwarts, Harry faces new experiences and obstacles. He learns how to interact with a Hippogriff, turns frightening Boggarts into comical figures, and even briefly reverses time. However, the year is fraught with peril: menacing Dementors…

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Back to Gaya

2004 • 91 min • Box office $2M

Animation, Fantasy, Science Fiction

The world of Gaya is inhabited by two humanoid species: the furry Zeldons, who are the majority, and the goblin-like Snurks, who are often marginalized. When a mysterious force steals the Dalamite, a magical stone that protects Gaya, all Gayans…

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Finding Neverland

2004 • 106 min • Budget $25M • Box office $116M

Drama, Fantasy

Struggling with writer's block, playwright J.M. Barrie forms a close bond with a widow and her four young sons. The boys deeply impact Barrie's life, ultimately becoming the inspiration for his most famous work: Peter Pan.

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Halloweentown High

2004 • 82 min

Adventure, Comedy, Family

Marnie uses her magical abilities to help Halloweentown teenagers enroll in her mortal high school. However, Marnie and her new friends face danger when the evil Knight of the Iron Dagger arrives. He wants to eliminate all magic, and Marnie…

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6.0

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Ring of the Nibelungs

2004 • 133 min • Budget $23M

Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Eyvind, a kind blacksmith, protects baby Prince Siegfried after the king murders Siegfried's father. A meteor from the gods reveals Siegfried's destiny and sets him on a great journey. To save his kingdom and win the love of his life,…

6.2

6.6

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If Only

2004 • 92 min • Budget $532K • Box office $3M

Drama, Romance, Fantasy

Following a fight that almost ended their relationship, Ian Wyndham, a grieving British businessman in London, is given a second chance. His impetuous musician girlfriend, Samantha, died in an accident shortly after their argument. He's offered the opportunity to relive…

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Inuyasha the Movie 4: Fire on the Mystic Island

2004 • 88 min • Box office $6M

Fantasy, Animation, Adventure

After 50 years of absence, the island of Houraijima has resurfaced, bringing with it an attack by four gods known as the Shitoushin. These gods seek to seize the powers that protect the island. Inuyasha and his friends, joined by…

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7.2

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Fat Albert

2004 • 93 min • Budget $45M • Box office $48M

Comedy, Family, Fantasy

The animated character Fat Albert and his friends Rudy, Mushmouth, Old Weird Harold, and Dumb Donald step out of their TV world and into reality. Overwhelmed by modern life, the group finds new friends as Albert tries to help a…

5.1

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A Dirty Shame

2004 • 89 min • Budget $15M • Box office $1M

Comedy, Fantasy

Sylvia Stickles manages a convenience store with her husband and mother-in-law. After a head injury, Sylvia undergoes a dramatic personality change, becoming unrestrained and sexually driven. Her actions spark a series of events that draw the attention of Ray Ray,…

5.3

5.1

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Inkheart

2008 • 106 min • Budget $60M • Box office $62M

Adventure, Family, Fantasy

A father and his young daughter embark on a journey to find a long-lost book. The book holds the key to locating a missing family member and bringing them back into their lives.

6.3

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Saint Seiya Heaven Chapter: Overture

2004 • 83 min

Animation, Fantasy

Following a brutal battle with Hades, Athena and her Saints are recovering when they encounter their greatest threat yet: Artemis, the moon goddess. Artemis has replaced Athena as the earth’s guardian, seizing control of the Sanctuary and enslaving Athena's Saints.…

7.7

7.0

Scooby-Doo! and the Loch Ness Monster

2004 • 74 min

Family, Adventure, Animation

A group travels to Scotland to visit Daphne's cousin and experience the Highland Games, but their trip takes a terrifying turn when they are haunted by the legendary Loch Ness Monster.

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13 Going on 30

2004 • 98 min • Budget $37M • Box office $96M

Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

Following a devastating embarrassment at her thirteenth birthday, Jenna Rink wishes she could skip to adulthood. Her wish is granted by magical wishing dust. Suddenly, Jenna has everything she ever wanted: stunning looks, a stylish wardrobe, a boyfriend who's an…

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6.3

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Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

2010 • 116 min • Budget $200M • Box office $336M

Adventure, Fantasy, Action

A prince who doesn't care about rules is forced to team up with a mysterious princess. Together, they must stop dangerous enemies from getting their hands on an old dagger. This dagger can unleash the Sands of Time, a divine…

6.3

6.5

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The Polar Express

2004 • 100 min • Budget $165M • Box office $318M

Animation, Adventure, Family

A young boy struggling with doubt takes an incredible train journey to the North Pole. The trip becomes a path of self-discovery, revealing that the magic of life remains alive for those who hold onto their belief.

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