While each blockbuster film tries its best to be a compelling piece of art that makes the most of out of the medium of cinema, they more often than not find themselves chained to the goal of being as big a financial success as possible, with the films that make the most money looked up to as prominent pillars of cultural cinema. The $1 billion box-office barrier is especially a prominent mark for any film to achieve, especially films that are a part of the action genre.

There is something captivating about the high fantasy genre that has made it a staple of storytelling and worldbuilding in all varieties of media. From masterfully crafted novels like The Lord of the Rings trilogy to exceptional films like The Dark Crystal and The NeverEnding Story, high fantasy will continue to be explored no matter the medium. It has also seamlessly translated to the world of video games, with there being standout high fantasy experiences ever since the early days of the medium.