5 fantasy movies to watch if you loved ‘Seventh Son’

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5 fantasy movies to watch like ‘Seventh Son’ (Image via Apple TV+)

Ben Barnes, Jeff Bridges, Alicia Vikander, and Kit Harington star in Sergei Bodrov's film Seventh Son (2014).

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The movie follows Tom Ward, the seventh son of a seventh son, who begins training to become a witch hunter. It is adapted from Joseph Delaney's book The Spook's Apprentice.

Tom must deal with dilemmas that test his courage in this magical setting. He discovers abilities, faces witches and other forces, and builds a mentor-student relationship that shapes his path.

The plot takes viewers on a journey with struggles and secrets, with magic and adventure at its center.

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With their settings and adventures, these five fantasy movies can engage anyone who enjoyed Seventh Son. Each film offers a journey that Seventh Son fans would enjoy, from tales of witches to expeditions through magical places.

Disclaimer: The following list is ranked in no particular order, and the opinions expressed belong solely to the author.


Krull, Willow, and 3 other fantasy movies to watch if viewers loved Seventh Son

1) Stardust (2007)

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Stardust is a romantic fantasy adventure based on Neil Gaiman’s novel (Image via Netflix)
Stardust is a romantic fantasy adventure based on Neil Gaiman’s novel (Image via Netflix)

Based on Neil Gaiman's book, Stardust is a fantasy film directed by Matthew Vaughn. The film, which stars Claire Danes, Charlie Cox, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Robert De Niro, has adventure and magic in a realm outside the village of Wall.

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The plot centers on a man who goes outside the wall and finds himself in a realm with witches, heirs, and creatures. He is pulled into a conflict that can change both worlds when he learns that the star he is searching for is more than he expected.

Both Stardust and Seventh Son share similarities, as each follows a protagonist who ventures into a fantastical realm filled with creatures and extraordinary adventures.

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Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Apple TV+


2) Solomon Kane (2009)

Solomon Kane is a film inspired by Robert E. Howard’s classic pulp character (Image via Apple TV+)
Solomon Kane is a film inspired by Robert E. Howard’s classic pulp character (Image via Apple TV+)

Inspired by Robert E. Howard's pulp character, Solomon Kane (2009) is a fantasy film starring James Purefoy and directed by M. J. Bassett. Action and themes of redemption are all present in this film, which reimagines Kane's beginnings as he confronts his history and his soul's destiny.

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The movie follows Kane's journey through a realm of magic as he shifts from a privateer to an avenger. Although there are many conflicts with entities, Kane's search for salvation and acceptance of a fate larger than himself form the central theme of the story.

The tone of Solomon Kane and the protagonist's quest to face powers and his own fate are reminiscent of Seventh Son.

Where to watch: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+

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3) Willow (1988)

Willow, directed by Ron Howard, is a high fantasy adventure movie (Image via Apple TV+)
Willow, directed by Ron Howard, is a high fantasy adventure movie (Image via Apple TV+)

The 1988 fantasy film Willow, produced by George Lucas and directed by Ron Howard, mixes humor with magic. It tells the story of a hero who goes on a mission that tests his courage and resolve and stars Warwick Davis, Val Kilmer, and Joanne Whalley.

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The story takes place in a world with magic and alliances. A favorite for its spirit of adventure, Willow later inspired a Disney+ sequel series that expanded its universe for a new generation of viewers.

With its tale of a hero on a journey, where he meets allies and foes and faces many obstacles, Willow is similar to Seventh Son.

Where to watch: Disney+, Apple TV+, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video


4) Krull (1983)

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Krull is a British science-fantasy adventure movie featuring elements outer-space invaders (Image via Apple TV+)
Krull is a British science-fantasy adventure movie featuring elements outer-space invaders (Image via Apple TV+)

The British film Krull (1983), directed by Peter Yates, mixes outer-space invaders with fantasy elements.

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With cameos from Liam Neeson and Robbie Coltrane, the film centers on a prince and his friends as they go on a journey across their realm, starring Ken Marshall, Lysette Anthony, Freddie Jones, Francesca Annis, and Alun Armstrong.

The story explores themes of love and courage in the face of adversity, showing how the heroes discover that unity is their greatest weapon against oppression as they battle across nations and confront powerful foes.

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The format of Seventh Son, in which a hero and his friends travel through lands, battle foes, and face secrets tied to magic, is where Krull fits in.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+


5) Season of the Witch (2011)

Nicolas Cage in Season of the Witch, directed by Dominic Sena (Image via Amazon)
Nicolas Cage in Season of the Witch, directed by Dominic Sena (Image via Amazon)

Nicolas Cage and Ron Perlman play knights returning from the Crusades to a country in Dominic Sena's 2011 film Season of the Witch. They are tasked with taking a woman suspected of witchcraft to a monastery, where situations and woods await.

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As the knights face trials and move through terrain, the story looks at themes of faith and the unknown. Their journey forms a fantasy tale by testing not only their strength but also their understanding of the forces around them.

Like Seventh Son, Season of the Witch includes dangers and settings, with heroes moving through terrain to confront forces.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix


Interested viewers can watch the fantasy movie Seventh Son on major streaming platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Netflix, and HBO Max.

Edited by Moakala T Aier
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