Fantasy is notoriously tricky to adapt, and fans often judge every deviation from the source material. Three blockbuster attempts flailed on the big screen before being successfully reborn as TV shows, and one new adaptation is waiting in the wings.

Fantasy fans have plenty to look forward to as a new crop of cinematic adventures emerges from the pages of beloved novels. From massive blockbusters to smaller, more intimate features, these upcoming adaptations promise to carry on the proud legacy of previous fantasy hits.