Escapism
ɪˈskeɪpɪz(ə😉m,ɛ-/Submit
noun
the tendency to seek distraction and relief from unpleasant realities, especially by seeking entertainment or engaging in fantasy.
"virtual reality offers a form of escapism"
synonyms: fantasy, fantasizing, dreaming, daydreaming, daydreams, reverie, romance, illusion(s), fancy, imagination, flight(s) of fancy, pipe dreams, castles in the air, castles in Spain, wishful thinking, wool-gathering; informalpie in the sky
"musicals always do well in a recession because people want escapism"