The movie Guardians of the Galaxy. Part 3 secured the top spot among the ten best fantasy films in FAN movie channel ratings, as reported to socialbites.ca. The film served as the concluding chapter of a beloved team’s storyline within the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe and marked the 32nd entry in that expansive universe. It drew a substantial global audience, grossing about 845 million dollars at the worldwide box office and ranking fourth for the year behind Barbie, Oppenheimer, and Super Mario Bros.
In second place, the film titled The Ballad of Snakes and Songbirds stands as a prequel to a very popular young adult series. The directing role has been closely associated with Francis Lawrence, who has guided nearly every installment of the franchise except for the opening film. His distinctive approach helps maintain the continuity and tone that fans have come to expect from the series.
Completing the top three is the big-screen adaptation of Alasdair Gray’s novel The Wretched Ones, featuring Emma Stone and Willem Dafoe in prominent roles. The work of Yorgos Lanthimos earned recognition with an award at the Venice Film Festival, underscoring the film’s critical appeal in addition to its audience reach.
Following close is Takashi Yamazaki’s Godzilla: Minus One, the latest entry in the enduring daikaiju tradition. The director has cited inspirations ranging from the original Monster King’s legacy to classic thrillers and the imaginative prowess of renowned Japanese creators, shaping a film that resonates with fans of the genre and newcomers alike.
In fifth place sits Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Boys, a fresh take inspired by the animated series Beast Wars. The film extends a franchise known for its blockbuster action, character-driven moments, and expansive special effects, drawing in audiences with its high-energy spectacle.
The ranking also features Russia’s sole representative The Man from Nowhere, which follows the tale of a Soviet pilot who journeys into space as part of a secret mission. An accident during the mission leads to memory loss, and the protagonist’s journey becomes a search for identity and place in a vast, uncertain cosmos.
The lineup further includes Wes Anderson’s fantasy drama Asteroid City, Gareth Edwards’ fantasy-action film Creator, Andres Muschietti’s comic The Flash, and Brandon Cronenberg’s thriller The Infinity Pool. Each title adds a distinct flavor to the mixed bag of science fiction, fantasy, and vision-driven cinema that audiences worldwide enjoy watching and discussing.
When the ranking was compiled, a range of opinions from critics and everyday viewers were taken into account. Sources such as Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic, IMDb, Film.ru, Kinopoisk, and Kino-Teatr.Ru contributed to the overall picture. In addition, statistics from the Film Distributor Bulletin, Box Office Mojo, and editorial assessments from relevant trade publications were consulted to form a comprehensive view of the year’s releases.
Earlier reports highlighted the release of the first trailer for the Zack Snyder-directed Rebel Moon, with part two following the initial installment’s momentum. The broader conversation around upcoming projects reflects a busy landscape in which major franchises and emerging talents intersect to shape audience expectations across North America and beyond.