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Magic

1978·Movie·R·107 min·6.8(326)

A terrifying love story.

A ventriloquist is at the mercy of his vicious dummy while he tries to renew a romance with his high school sweetheart.

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Where to watch Magic in United States

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Where is Magic streaming around the world?

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United StatesAmazon Prime Video, AMC+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, PhiloAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
CanadaTubi TV, Plex, Cineverse, Midnight PulpApple TV Store
FranceGoogle Play Movies, Orange VOD, YouTube
SpainFilmin
BrazilLooke, NetMovies

About Magic

Magic is a 1978 English-language drama and horror film directed by Richard Attenborough. The cast is led by Anthony Hopkins, Ann-Margret, Burgess Meredith. It has a runtime of 1h 47m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, AMC+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV.

Magic was produced by Joseph E. Levine Productions and 20th Century Fox and made in United States of America. It was released on November 8, 1978, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $7 million, it went on to gross $24 million worldwide.

Director
Richard Attenborough
Writers
William Goldman
Release date
November 8, 1978
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$7 million
Box office
$24 million
Production
Joseph E. Levine Productions, 20th Century Fox
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Magic cast & crew

Magic was directed by Richard Attenborough and written by William Goldman.

The cast features Anthony Hopkins as Corky Withers / Fats (voice), Ann-Margret as Peggy Ann Snow, Burgess Meredith as Ben Greene, Ed Lauter as Duke, E.J. André as Merlin, and Jerry Houser as Cab Driver.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jerry Goldsmith, cinematography is by Victor J. Kemper, and it was produced by C.O. Erickson and Richard P. Levine.

Is Magic worth watching?

Magic holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 326 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 47m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama and horror, Magic is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Magic

In United States, you can stream Magic on Amazon Prime Video, AMC+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Philo, and Shudder, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Magic

Anthony Hopkins

Anthony Hopkins

Corky Withers / Fats (voice)

Ann-Margret

Ann-Margret

Peggy Ann Snow

Burgess Meredith

Burgess Meredith

Ben Greene

Ed Lauter

Ed Lauter

Duke

E.J. André

E.J. André

Merlin

Jerry Houser

Jerry Houser

Cab Driver

David Ogden Stiers

David Ogden Stiers

George Todson

Lillian Randolph

Lillian Randolph

Sadie

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Joe Lowry

Club M.C.

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Robert Hackman

Father

Mary Munday

Mary Munday

Mother

Beverly Sanders

Beverly Sanders

Laughing Lady

Magic — FAQs

Where can I watch Magic in United States?

Magic is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, AMC+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Philo in United States.

Is Magic on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Magic is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Magic in?

Magic is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Magic?

Magic runs 1 hours 47 minutes (107 minutes).

What is Magic rated?

Magic is rated R. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 326 ratings.

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