Mesmer (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1994, Mesmer is a drama film directed by Roger Spottiswoode, running about 107 minutes. “Charlatan, Fraud... or Genius” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A biography of the eighteenth century Viennese physician, Franz Anton Mesmer, who used unorthodox healing practices based on his theory of "animal magnetism."
Who’s in it. Mesmer stars Alan Rickman as Franz Anton Mesmer, Amanda Ooms as Maria Theresia Paradies, Simon McBurney as Franz Mesmer junior and David Hemblen as Doctor Ingenhousz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Mesmer 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 Mesmer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mesmer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mesmer (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mesmer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mesmer worth watching?
- Mesmer holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mesmer?
- Mesmer stars Alan Rickman, Amanda Ooms, Simon McBurney, David Hemblen and Anna Thalbach.
- When was Mesmer released?
- Mesmer was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.