Movies like The Golden Compass

Key Features:: Fantasy adventure, Orphan protagonist, Parallel world, Destiny, Steampunk elements, Talking animals, Coming-of-age, Religious conflict, Magic, Secrets, Journey, Chosen One, Moral ambiguity, Political intrigue, Visual effects
Tone:: serious, earnest, whimsical
Target Audience:: Fantasy fans, Young adults, Adventure seekers, Family audiences
Emotional Arc:: Curiosity → Wonder → Determination

The Golden Compass

2007-12-04

After overhearing a shocking secret, precocious orphan Lyra Belacqua trades her carefree existence roaming the halls of Jordan College for an otherworldly adventure in the far North, unaware that it's part of her destiny.

Genres

Adventure, Fantasy

Cast

Nicole Kidman, Daniel Craig, Dakota Blue Richards, Ben Walker, Freddie Highmore, Ian McKellen, Eva Green, Jim Carter, Tom Courtenay, Ian McShane

Crew

Chris Weitz, Chris Weitz

Rating

★6.1(4711 votes)