Movies like Where the Wild Things Are

Bridge to Terabithia tells the story of two imaginative children who create a fantasy kingdom to escape their daily struggles. Fans of Where the Wild Things Are will appreciate the themes of friendship, escapism, and the bittersweet journey of growing up.

Coraline is a stop-motion animated film about a girl discovering an alternate, seemingly perfect version of her life, which hides dark secrets. Emphasizing themes of childhood curiosity and the importance of family, it appeals to the same audiences as Where the Wild Things Are.

The NeverEnding Story is a classic tale of a young boy who dives into a magical book and becomes part of an epic adventure in a land called Fantasia. Its imaginative landscape and exploration of childhood innocence resonate with themes found in Where the Wild Things Are.

Labyrinth, starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly, is about a teenager who journeys through a maze to rescue her brother from a goblin king. Its mix of live-action and puppetry, along with a journey of self-discovery, makes it a kindred spirit to Where the Wild Things Are.

The adventures of Baron Munchausen follow an eccentric protagonist in an extravagant fantasy world. Viewers who enjoy the magical realism and adventurous spirit in Where the Wild Things Are will be captivated by the film's whimsy and visual storytelling.