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The Magician (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1968, The Magician is a drama film directed by Pyotr Todorovskiy, running about 79 minutes.

Who’s in it. The Magician stars Zinoviy Gerdt as Viktor Mikhaylovich Kukushkin, Alla Larionova as Elena Ivanovna, Evgeni Leonov as Stepan Nikolaevich Rossomakhin and Leonid Dyachkov as Pavel, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Magician has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magician page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Magician tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Magician (1968)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magician change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Magician worth watching?
The Magician holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Magician?
The Magician stars Zinoviy Gerdt, Alla Larionova, Evgeni Leonov, Leonid Dyachkov and Vladimir Basov.
When was The Magician released?
The Magician was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.