Movies and TvShows featuring "magical-realism" theme.

Dr. Joel Fleischman, a young and arrogant doctor from New York City, is forced to work in a small town in Alaska as part of his medical school scholarship. He encounters eccentric characters, navigates the challenges of small-town life, and learns to appreciate the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl named Chihiro wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches, and spirits. In this mysterious world, humans are transformed into beasts. To save her parents who have turned into pigs, Chihiro must work at a bathhouse and navigate through various challenges and encounters. Along the way, she learns about personal growth, friendship, and the power of determination.

Death Note follows a high school student named Light Yagami who discovers a mysterious notebook known as the Death Note. With the power to kill anyone whose name is written in it, Light sets out to rid the world of criminals and create a utopia. However, his actions draw the attention of a brilliant detective known as L, leading to a thrilling game of cat and mouse

After a global event known as the Departure, where 2% of the world's population mysteriously vanished, the town of Mapleton struggles to cope with the aftermath. The story follows the lives of various individuals as they deal with grief, belief, and the consequences of the event.

When two girls move to the country to be near their ailing mother, they have adventures with the wondrous forest spirits who live nearby. On a warm, sunny day, 10-year-old Satsuki and 4-year-old Mei Kusakabe drive with their father along a rural road towards their new home. The girls are excited about the move since it will bring them closer to their mother, who is ill in the hospital. Their house is old and falling apart, but the girls find it charming and set out to explore. They stumble upon susuwatari, or soot sprites, in the attic and befriend them. Mei falls into a hole and meets a large creature called Totoro, who becomes her friend. Satsuki and her father find Mei and offer their respects to the spirits for watching over her. The family takes a bike ride into town to visit their mother in the hospital. Mei insists on staying with Satsuki at school, and they return home together in the rain. They encounter Totoro, who they offer an umbrella to. The creature takes them on a magical ride before they return home. The next day, the girls wake up to find a giant tree from the acorns they planted. They have a picnic with Granny, who tells them that fresh vegetables will help their mother. Satsuki receives news that her mother won't be able to come home, causing her distress. Mei decides to visit her mother in the hospital and gets lost. Satsuki seeks Totoro's help to find Mei. With the assistance of Catbus, they locate Mei and bring her back home. The film ends with their mother returning home, and the spirits watching over the children as they play with friends.

Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai follows the story of Sakuta Azusagawa, a high school boy who comes across a girl named Mai Sakurajima dressed in a bunny costume. He soon realizes that Mai is not visible to other people, except for him. As Sakuta tries to uncover the truth behind Mai's invisibility, he discovers that she is not the only one experiencing supernatural phenomena. Together, they navigate through various mysteries and psychological challenges, unraveling the mysteries of adolescence and human connections.

The Twilight Zone is a reboot of the iconic anthology series that explores strange occurrences and supernatural events through standalone episodes. Each story presents a thought-provoking twist at the end, often reflecting social issues and human nature.

Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella is inspired by a voice he can't ignore to pursue a dream he can hardly believe. Supported by his wife, Ray begins the quest by turning his ordinary cornfield into a place where dreams can come true. Ray hears a voice whispering to him, 'If you build it, he will come.' Despite skepticism and opposition, Ray plows under his cornfield to build a baseball field. Soon after, deceased baseball players from the 1919 Chicago White Sox team appear and play on the field. The field attracts public attention and leads Ray on a journey to find 1960s author Terence Mann and 1920s ballplayer Moonlight Graham. Ray's perseverance pays off as he reconnects with his deceased father and opens the field to the public, fulfilling the prophecy of people coming to watch baseball.

In the TV show 'Touch', a single father discovers a mysterious cell phone that grants him the ability to predict the future. Through a series of interconnected lives, he tries to understand the significance of the numbers revealed by the phone, all while dealing with his mute and autistic son. This drama with elements of fantasy, mystery, and sci-fi explores the power of human connection and the influence of fate.

Benjamin Button is born as an elderly man and starts aging backwards. He falls in love with Daisy, but their lives take different paths. Benjamin reunites with his father, reconciles with him before his death, and realizes that he and Daisy are worlds apart. Daisy becomes a successful ballet dancer, but a car accident crushes her leg and ends her career. Benjamin visits Daisy in the hospital after Hurricane Katrina and they reconnect.

18 Again is a Korean drama series that tells the story of a 37-year-old man who magically transforms into his 18-year-old self. As he goes back to high school, he gets another chance to fix his mistakes, rediscover his passions, and reconnect with his family.

Edward Scissorhands is a heartwarming story about a man-made creation named Edward, who has scissors for hands. Taken in by a suburban family, he discovers friendship, love, and acceptance. Despite initial fear and judgment from the townspeople, Edward's unique skills and compassionate nature win them over. However, when he is falsely accused and attacked, Edward is forced to retreat to his dark mansion. In the end, he is immortalized as a symbol of love and bringer of snow to the once-sterile neighborhood.

Despite being caught in her imaginative world, Amelie, a young waitress, decides to help people find happiness. Her quest to spread joy leads her on a journey where she finds true love.

Pan's Labyrinth is set in 1944 Spain, where a young girl named Ofelia discovers a labyrinth in the woods near her new home. She encounters a faun who tells her that she is the long-lost princess of a magical underworld and must complete three tasks to prove her identity and escape the horrors of the Spanish Civil War. As Ofelia faces the challenges of the labyrinth, she navigates a world of fantasy and reality, encountering mythical creatures, magical objects, and dangerous situations. Along the way, she learns about bravery, sacrifice, and the power of imagination.

Pushing Daisies follows Ned, a pie-maker gifted with the ability to bring dead things back to life with a touch. He's using this power to solve murder mysteries, but there's a catch: if he touches them again, they die permanently. Alongside him are his childhood sweetheart, Chuck, who he's brought back to life and now can't touch, and Emerson, a PI who brings Ned cases to solve.

A young man named Pi survives a disaster at sea and finds himself stranded on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger. As they journey together, Pi learns to coexist with the tiger, forming a unique bond. They face various challenges, including finding food and water, and encounter a floating island that turns out to be dangerous. Eventually, they reach the coast of Mexico, but the tiger walks away without acknowledging Pi. Pi tells a remarkable story to insurance agents, paralleling the characters in the story with his experience. The agents choose the story with the tiger.

Tales from the Loop is an anthology series set in the town of Mercer, Ohio, where the Loop, a machine with mysterious powers, exists. Each episode tells a self-contained story of individuals and their encounters with the Loop, revealing the interconnectedness of their lives and the secrets of the universe.

Set in ancient China, a skilled warrior steals a legendary sword and begins a journey filled with romance and adventure. Along the way, she encounters love, betrayal, and a dangerous bandit, all while grappling with her own inner demons.

A group of adventurers explore the mythical city of Atlantis, facing dangerous creatures and ancient prophecies.