1. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
#456 most popular movie yesterdayAnother Roald Dahl adaptation, this time directed by Tim Burton, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory shares the whimsy and wonder of The BFG, as it invites audiences into Willy Wonka's mysterious and marvelous chocolate factory.
5 movies like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory...2. Matilda
#641 most popular movie yesterdayMatilda dives into the world of a precocious girl with telekinetic powers, adapting another classic Roald Dahl story. Fans of The BFG will appreciate the similar themes of child empowerment and imagination.
6 movies like Matilda...3. Bridge to Terabithia
#660 most popular movie yesterdayA story about two kids creating an imaginary kingdom to escape their everyday troubles, Bridge to Terabithia captures the power of imagination and friendship in a manner that echoes the sentiment found in The BFG.
5 movies like Bridge to Terabithia...4. Hugo
#824 most popular movie yesterdayMartin Scorsese's adventure of an orphan boy living in the walls of a Paris train station wraps magic, mystery, and machine together. Like The BFG, Hugo is a visually stunning film that explores themes of loneliness, friendship, and the wonder of childhood.
6 movies like Hugo...5. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
#1,051 most popular movie yesterdayThis adaptation of C.S. Lewis's beloved novel transports viewers to the mystical land of Narnia. Like The BFG, it combines the innocence of childhood with a fantastical adventure, complete with well-realized creatures and a battle between good and evil.
6 movies like The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe...6. Stardust
#1,214 most popular movie yesterdayStardust is an adventure beyond the walls of the ordinary world, into the realm of magic and fairy tales. Audiences fond of The BFG's magical realism will feel right at home in a movie that blends romance, comedy, and fantasy.
8 movies like Stardust...7. Pete's Dragon
#3,796 most popular movie yesterdayThe story of an orphaned boy and his invisible dragon offers a heartwarming tale of friendship. If you enjoyed the gentle giants of The BFG, you'll likely be enchanted by the bond shared between Pete and his dragon, Elliott.
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