The Spiderwick Chronicles (2008)
The Spiderwick Chronicles is a fantasy adventure film directed by Mark Waters. It follows the Grace familyโtwins Jared and Simon (both played by Freddie Highmore), their sister Mallory (Sarah Bolger), and their mother (Mary-Louise Parker)โas they move into the secluded Spiderwick Estate.
Jared discovers a hidden field guide written by his great-great-uncle, Arthur Spiderwick, which reveals the existence of a magical world filled with creatures like fairies, goblins, and ogres. When these creatures come after the book, the siblings must protect it and themselves, embarking on a thrilling journey to uncover the secrets of their mysterious new home and safeguard it from dark forces.