Bamberg in the spotlight: The School of Magical Animals 3” now available!

Bamberg in the spotlight: The School of Magical Animals 3” now available!

The Bavarian city of Bamberg is once again proving to be a hot location for the film industry. The popular children's film series “The School of Magical Animals” not only shows the attractive backdrops, but also has a lot to offer for the local economy. The fourth part of this successful series was once again filmed in the beautiful old town of Bamberg. InFranken reports that the producer Alexandra Kordes was entered in the Golden Book of the city of Bamberg in 2024, which symbolizes the close connection between film and the city.

The third part of the series, “The School of Magical Animals 3”, not only filled the cinemas, but also established itself as the most successful German cinema film of 2024. With around three million visitors, the story about magical, talking animals at the Winterstein School captivates many spectators, both young and old. The film will be available on Sky from June 13, 2025, which increases fans' anticipation even further. The plot revolves around the heroine Ida (Emilia Maier), who works to protect the local forest at Forest Day. Meanwhile, her classmate Helene (Emilia Pieske) struggles to make her influencer channel flourish while facing her family's financial problems.

Film highlights in June

June has some exciting news in store for film fans. In addition to “The School of Magical Animals 3”, which will be available on Sky from June 13th, the multiple Oscar-winning drama “Anora” will be added to the platform on June 21st. According to Presseportal, this story about the dangerous relationship between a sex worker and an oligarch's son is causing quite a stir and has won five Oscars at the 2025 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Film enthusiasts can also look forward to the musical film “Wicked,” which will have its TV premiere on June 27th. This film adaptation is one of the most successful musicals of all time and will also be shown on Sky! The story about the sorceresses Glinda and Elphaba is offered in several versions: as a German version and in the English original.

The importance of Bamberg in the film industry

Bamberg is not only popular among locals, but is also very popular with filmmakers. Numerous films and series have been produced here, and the city is often chosen as a backdrop to showcase the diverse landscapes and historic buildings. According to Eventreise, Bamberg's cultural and architectural facets are a magnet for the film and TV industry. This not only supports the local economy, but also brings the stories to the eyes of a wider audience.

With the wealth of films available on Sky in June, viewers can look forward to exciting evenings in front of the screen. Whether children's adventures, gripping dramas or thrilling musicals - there is something for every taste. The Bavarian backdrops from Bamberg help make these stories come alive and memorable. A real ray of hope for the industry and the region.