Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story
A look at J.K. Rowling from her humble beginnings as an imaginative young girl and awkward teenager, to the loss of her mother and the genesis of the Harry Potter book series.
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Where is Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Rakuten TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Germany | ARD Plus, ARD Plus Apple TV channel, Kinderwelt Amazon Channel, ARD Plus Amazon channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store |
| France | Molotov TV | — |
About Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story is a 2011 English-language drama film directed by Paul A. Kaufman. The cast is led by Poppy Montgomery, Emily Holmes, Antonio Cupo. It has a runtime of 1h 27m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home.
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story was produced by Media Max Productions and Lifetime and made in United States of America. It was released on July 18, 2011, and carries a PG-13 certification.
- Director
- Paul A. Kaufman
- Writers
- Jeffrey Berman, Tony Caballero
- Release date
- July 18, 2011
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Media Max Productions, Lifetime
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story cast & crew
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story was directed by Paul A. Kaufman and written by Jeffrey Berman and Tony Caballero.
The cast features Poppy Montgomery as Joanne Rowling, Emily Holmes as Diane Rowling, Antonio Cupo as Jorge Arantes, Janet Kidder as Anne Rowling, Madison Desjarlais as Seventeen-Year-Old Joanne, and Andy Maton as Christopher Little.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jeff Toyne, cinematography is by Mathias Herndl, and it was produced by Orly Adelson and Jean-François Doray.
Is Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story worth watching?
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 214 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 27m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home.
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Cast of Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story
Poppy Montgomery
Joanne Rowling
Emily Holmes
Diane Rowling
Antonio Cupo
Jorge Arantes
Janet Kidder
Anne Rowling
Madison Desjarlais
Seventeen-Year-Old Joanne
Andy Maton
Christopher Little
Aislyn Watson
Eight-Year-Old Joanne
Marie West
Aine
Lisa Norton
Jill
Sarah Desjardins
Thirteen-Year-Old Diane
Patti Allan
Mrs. Morgan
Wesley MacInnes
Sean Harris
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story in United States?
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home.
▸What language is Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story in?
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story?
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story runs 1 hours 27 minutes (87 minutes).
▸What is Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story rated?
Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 214 ratings.
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