Bedazzled (2000)

Brendan Fraser stars as Elliot Richards in the 2000 fantasy-comedy *Bedazzled*, an earnest yet socially awkward techno geek whose life takes an extraordinary turn when he encounters a very seductive Satan, played with devilish charm by Elizabeth Hurley. Desperate to turn his miserable existence around, Elliot agrees to a classic Faustian bargain: seven wishes in exchange for his soul. While his desires range from becoming a seven-foot basketball star to a celebrated rock icon or even simply a satisfied consumer of a hamburger, the catch is inherent in the deal—the Devil herself delights in putting her own mischievous, ironic twist on each of his seemingly perfect fantasies, leading to a series of hilarious and often disastrous transformations. *Bedazzled* earns its place on a list of Best Fantasy Movies by ingeniously blending classic supernatural tropes with sharp comedic timing and genuine heart. It cleverly reinterprets the timeless "deal with the devil" narrative, using the inherently fantastical premise of wish fulfillment to explore themes of identity, happiness, and the true nature of one's desires. Elizabeth Hurley's iconic, charismatic portrayal of Satan is a masterclass in modern fantasy villainy—manipulative yet undeniably alluring—while Brendan Fraser grounds the absurdity with a relatable performance as a man perpetually out of his depth. The film's enduring appeal lies in its imaginative execution of Elliot's twisted wishes, proving that sometimes, the best fantasy films aren't just about what magic can grant, but what it reveals about the human condition when it goes hilariously awry.