20 Best Fantasy Movies on Paramount Plus 2026
Find fantasy, horror, comedy, mystery, and romance picks on Paramount Plus, from Sleepy Hollow to How to Train Your Dragon, all in one quick guide.
If you’re looking for the best fantasy movies on Paramount Plus, this lineup gives you a mix of spooky, funny, adventurous, and emotional picks without drifting too far from the genre. You’ll find familiar favorites like How to Train Your Dragon, The Addams Family, and Hotel Transylvania alongside darker choices such as Sleepy Hollow, Doctor Sleep, and The Crow. There’s also room for big-screen adventure with Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, and Transformers One. Whether you want ghosts, monsters, magic, or a little romance, this list makes it easy to find a title that fits your mood.
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Sleepy Hollow
Won 1 Oscar Best Cinematography (2000) · 3 nominations
fantasy · horror · mystery
Skeptical young detective Ichabod Crane gets transferred to the hamlet of Sleepy Hollow, New York, where he is tasked with investigating the decapitations of three people – murders the townsfolk attribute to a legendary specter, The Headless Horseman.
Why watch: If you enjoy gothic mystery with a supernatural edge, Sleepy Hollow is a strong fit. Its blend of fantasy, horror, and mystery makes it a good pick for viewers who like eerie legend-driven stories.
Directed by Tim BurtonCast Johnny Depp, Christina Ricci, Miranda Richardson, Michael Gambon, Casper Van DienParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Addams Family
1 Oscar nomination
comedy · fantasy
When a man claiming to be long-lost Uncle Fester reappears after 25 years lost, the family plans a celebration to wake the dead. But the kids barely have time to warm up the electric chair before Morticia begins to suspect Fester is fraud when he can't recall any of the details of Fester's life.
Why watch: If you like dark comedy with a spooky family vibe, The Addams Family should land well. Its fantasy-comedy setup works best for viewers who enjoy offbeat humor and macabre charm.
Directed by Barry SonnenfeldCast Anjelica Huston, Raul Julia, Christopher Lloyd, Dan Hedaya, Elizabeth WilsonParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Dracula: A Love Tale
fantasy · horror · romance
In late 15th-century Eastern Europe, Prince Vlad II’s bride is brutally murdered. As a result, he renounces God and damns Heaven itself. Cursed with eternal life, Vlad is reborn as Dracula, an immortal warlord who defies fate in a blood-soaked crusade to wrench his lost love back from death.
Why watch: If you’re drawn to fantasy-horror with romance at its center, Dracula: A Love Tale may be the kind of story you want. The premise leans into a tragic, curse-driven love story with an ominous tone.
Directed by Luc BessonCast Caleb Landry Jones, Christoph Waltz, Zoë Bleu, Guillaume de Tonquédec, Matilda De AngelisParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Hotel Transylvania
animation · comedy · family · fantasy
Welcome to Hotel Transylvania, Dracula's lavish five-stake resort, where monsters and their families can live it up and no humans are allowed. One special weekend, Dracula has invited all his best friends to celebrate his beloved daughter Mavis's 118th birthday. For Dracula catering to all of these legendary monsters is no problem but the party really starts when one ordinary guy stumbles into the hotel and changes everything!
Why watch: If you want something light, monster-filled, and family-friendly, Hotel Transylvania is an easy choice. Its comedy and fantasy mix suits viewers who like supernatural fun without a heavy mood.
Directed by Genndy TartakovskyCast Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez, Kevin James, Fran DrescherHuluParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Doctor Sleep
drama · fantasy · horror · mystery & thriller
Still scarred by the trauma he endured as a child at the Overlook Hotel, Dan Torrance faces the ghosts of the past when he meets Abra, a courageous teen who desperately needs his help -- and who possesses a powerful extrasensory ability called the "shine".
Why watch: If you prefer fantasy that also leans into drama, mystery, and horror, Doctor Sleep is a natural pick. It fits best for viewers who want a more serious, atmosphere-heavy story.
Directed by Mike FlanaganCast Ewan McGregor, Rebecca Ferguson, Kyliegh Curran, Cliff Curtis, Zahn McClarnonParamount PlusMore details on IMDb →
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The Monster Squad
action · comedy · fantasy · horror
Count Dracula returns to the world of humans accompanied by Frankenstein's Monster, the Wolfman, the Mummy, and the Gillman. The uglies are in search of a powerful amulet that will grant them the ability to rule the world. A group of horror-loving heroes are the only ones daring to stand in their way.
Why watch: If you enjoy cult-style monster mashups with action and comedy mixed in, The Monster Squad is worth a look. Its fantasy-horror setup is especially appealing if classic creatures are part of the fun.
Directed by Fred DekkerCast Andre Gower, Robby Kiger, Stephen Macht, Duncan Regehr, Tom NoonanAmazon Prime VideoParamount PlusFreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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Goosebumps
adventure · comedy · family · fantasy · horror · thriller
After moving to a small town, Zach Cooper finds a silver lining when he meets next door neighbor Hannah, the daughter of bestselling Goosebumps series author R.L. Stine. When Zach unintentionally unleashes real monsters from their manuscripts and they begin to terrorize the town, it’s suddenly up to Stine, Zach and Hannah to get all of them back in the books where they belong.
Why watch: If you like family-friendly fantasy with adventure and a playful horror streak, Goosebumps fits that lane well. It’s a good choice for viewers who want monsters, comedy, and a town-under-siege setup.
Directed by Rob LettermanCast Jack Black, Dylan Minnette, Odeya Rush, Ryan Lee, Amy RyanTubiParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Addams Family Values
1 Oscar nomination
comedy · fantasy
Siblings Wednesday and Pugsley Addams will stop at nothing to get rid of Pubert, the new baby boy adored by parents Gomez and Morticia. Things go from bad to worse when the new "black widow" nanny, Debbie Jellinsky, launches her plan to add Fester to her collection of dead husbands.
Why watch: If you enjoyed the first Addams Family movie, Addams Family Values is the obvious follow-up. It keeps the same comedy-fantasy tone for viewers who want more of that darkly funny family dynamic.
Directed by Barry SonnenfeldCast Anjelica Huston, Raul Julia, Christopher Lloyd, Joan Cusack, Christina RicciParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Crow
action & adventure · crime · drama · fantasy · horror · mystery & thriller
Exactly one year after young rock guitarist Eric Draven and his fiancée are brutally killed by a ruthless gang of criminals, Draven, watched over by a hypnotic crow, returns from the grave to exact revenge.
Why watch: If you like revenge stories with a fantasy-horror twist, The Crow is a strong match. Its blend of action, drama, mystery, and supernatural elements suits viewers who want a darker mood.
Directed by Alex ProyasCast Brandon Lee, Rochelle Davis, Ernie Hudson, Michael Wincott, Bai LingPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Pet Sematary
fantasy · horror · thriller
After the Creed family's cat is accidentally killed, a friendly neighbor advises its burial in a mysterious nearby cemetery.
Why watch: If you’re in the mood for horror-leaning fantasy with a tense premise, Pet Sematary may be the right pick. It’s best for viewers who prefer unsettling stories over lighthearted magic.
Directed by Mary LambertCast Dale Midkiff, Fred Gwynne, Denise Crosby, Brad Greenquist, Michael LombardTubiAMC+Paramount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender
animation · action · adventure · family · fantasy · mystery
Avatar Aang, the world's last Airbender, learns of an ancient power that could save his culture from extinction. With the help of his friends, he embarks on a global quest to find it before it falls into the wrong hands.
Why watch: If you want an animated fantasy adventure with a quest at its center, Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender looks like a good fit. Its family and mystery elements may appeal if you like stories built around world-saving stakes.
Directed by Lauren Montgomery, Steve Ahn, William MataCast Eric Nam, Dave Bautista, Jessica Matten, Román Zaragoza, Steven YeunParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
action · adventure · comedy · fantasy
Four teenagers in detention discover an old video game console with a game they’ve never heard of. When they decide to play, they are immediately sucked into the jungle world of Jumanji in the bodies of their avatars. They’ll have to complete the adventure of their lives filled with fun, thrills and danger or be stuck in the game forever!
Why watch: If you like action-adventure fantasy with a comedy edge, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is an easy pick. It’s a good choice for viewers who want a game-driven setup and a lot of momentum.
Directed by Jake KasdanCast Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Karen Gillan, Rhys DarbyParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
action · adventure · comedy · fantasy
A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers undertake an epic heist to retrieve a lost relic, but things go dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people.
Why watch: If you want a fantasy adventure with comedy and a heist angle, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves fits that mood well. It should appeal to viewers who like a team-based quest with light, playful energy.
Directed by John Francis Daley, Jonathan GoldsteinCast Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, Regé-Jean Page, Justice Smith, Sophia LillisNetflixParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Dead Zone
drama · fantasy · horror · mystery & thriller · science-fiction
Johnny Smith is a schoolteacher with his whole life ahead of him but, after leaving his fiancee's home one night, is involved in a car crash which leaves him in a coma for 5 years. When he wakes, he discovers he has an ability to see into the past, present and future life of anyone with whom he comes into physical contact.
Why watch: If you enjoy slower-burn fantasy with horror and mystery elements, The Dead Zone is a solid option. Its psychic premise is best for viewers who like stories built around unusual abilities and uncertainty.
Directed by David CronenbergCast Christopher Walken, Brooke Adams, Tom Skerritt, Herbert Lom, Anthony ZerbeAMC+Paramount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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How to Train Your Dragon
2 Oscar nominations
animation · action · adventure · family · fantasy
As the son of a Viking leader on the cusp of manhood, shy Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III faces a rite of passage: he must kill a dragon to prove his warrior mettle. But after downing a feared dragon, he realizes that he no longer wants to destroy it, and instead befriends the beast – which he names Toothless – much to the chagrin of his warrior father.
Why watch: If you want an animated fantasy adventure with heart, How to Train Your Dragon is an excellent pick. It works well for viewers who like coming-of-age stories, dragons, and family-friendly action.
Directed by Dean DeBlois, Chris SandersCast Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, Craig Ferguson, America Ferrera, Jonah HillParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Dark Tower
action · adventure · drama · fantasy · sci-fi · western
A boy haunted by visions of a parallel world aids its disillusioned guardian in preventing the destruction of the nexus of universes known as the Dark Tower.
Why watch: If you like fantasy adventures with sci-fi and western elements mixed in, The Dark Tower may be the right choice. Its genre blend suits viewers who want something less conventional.
Directed by Nikolaj ArcelCast Matthew McConaughey, Idris Elba, Tom Taylor, Dennis Haysbert, Ben GavinParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Haunting
fantasy · horror · mystery & thriller
Dr. David Marrow invites three distinct individuals to the eerie and isolated Hill House to be subjects for a sleep disorder study. The unfortunate guests discover that Marrow is far more interested in the sinister mansion itself — and they soon see the true nature of its horror.
Why watch: If you’re looking for haunted-house style fantasy horror, The Haunting is a fit. It’s best for viewers who enjoy isolated settings, mystery, and a sustained creepy tone.
Directed by Jan de BontCast Liam Neeson, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Owen Wilson, Lili Taylor, Bruce DernTubiPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Transformers One
animation · action · adventure · family · fantasy · sci-fi
The untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever.
Why watch: If you like animated origin stories with action, adventure, and sci-fi, Transformers One should suit you. Its fantasy elements and family focus make it a good pick for broader genre fans.
Directed by Josh CooleyCast Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve BuscemiNetflixAmazon Prime VideoParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Vanilla Sky
1 Oscar nomination
fantasy · mystery · romance · sci-fi · thriller
David Aames has it all: wealth, good looks and gorgeous women on his arm. But just as he begins falling for the warmhearted Sofia, his face is horribly disfigured in a car accident. That's just the beginning of his troubles as the lines between illusion and reality, between life and death, are blurred.
Why watch: If you prefer fantasy that blurs reality and memory, Vanilla Sky is a good match. Its romance, mystery, and thriller elements may appeal if you like stories that stay ambiguous.
Directed by Cameron CroweCast Tom Cruise, Penélope Cruz, Cameron Diaz, Kurt Russell, Jason LeePeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Hotel Transylvania 2
animation · adventure · comedy · family · fantasy
When the old-old-old-fashioned vampire Vlad arrives at the hotel for an impromptu family get-together, Hotel Transylvania is in for a collision of supernatural old-school and modern day cool.
Why watch: If you want another family-friendly monster comedy after the first Hotel Transylvania, Hotel Transylvania 2 is a straightforward choice. It should work well for viewers who like animated fantasy with a playful supernatural cast.
Directed by Genndy TartakovskyCast Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, Selena Gomez, Kevin James, Steve BuscemiHuluParamount PlusMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
This collection brings together fantasy movies with a wide range of tones, from playful family picks to eerie stories with horror and mystery edges. If you want a quick way to decide what to watch next, use the notes below to match each movie to your mood and your favorite kind of fantasy. Bookmark this page and come back when you want fresh ideas, because it’s updated regularly. That makes it a handy reference for choosing your next streaming night without starting from scratch.
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