The Illusionist

Film - 2006 - Drama, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller

The story

With his eye on a lovely aristocrat, a gifted illusionist named Eisenheim uses his powers to win her away from her betrothed, a crown prince. But Eisenheim's scheme creates tumult within the monarchy and ignites the suspicion of a dogged inspector.

Directed by

Neil Burger

Starring

Edward Norton, Paul Giamatti, Jessica Biel, Rufus Sewell, Eddie Marsan, Aaron Taylor-Johnson

Where to watch

prime, stan

Ratings

IMDb 7.5 out of 10

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Film · 2006 · Drama · Fantasy · Mystery & Thriller

The Illusionist

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The story

With his eye on a lovely aristocrat, a gifted illusionist named Eisenheim uses his powers to win her away from her betrothed, a crown prince. But Eisenheim's scheme creates tumult within the monarchy and ignites the suspicion of a dogged inspector.

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IMDb
7.5 / 10
406k votes
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Tomatometer
3.44 / 5
148k ratings · Letterboxd
TMDB
7.3 / 10
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Details
TypeFilm
GenreDrama, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller
Runtime1h 50m
RatedM
Release2006-08-18
Where to watch
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