The Disappearing Illusionist (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2015, The Disappearing Illusionist is a thriller and drama film directed by Bobbie Peers, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. In midwinter the German illusionist Dirk Ohm arrives in the small town Grong, a place ridden by the disappearance of a young local woman Maria. Dirk soon finds himself searching for Maria side by side with the villagers of Grong; and slowly he falls in love with the missing woman. This fictional story pays tribute to a real character, and to his mysterious disappearance in the winter of 2003.
Who’s in it. The Disappearing Illusionist stars August Diehl as Dirk Ohm, Sara Hjort Ditlevsen as Maria, Alexandra Rapaport as Maria's mother and Ingvar E. Sigurðsson as Lensmannen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Disappearing Illusionist 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 Disappearing Illusionist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Disappearing Illusionist tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Disappearing Illusionist (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Disappearing Illusionist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Disappearing Illusionist worth watching?
- The Disappearing Illusionist holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Disappearing Illusionist?
- The Disappearing Illusionist stars August Diehl, Sara Hjort Ditlevsen, Alexandra Rapaport, Ingvar E. Sigurðsson and Jørgen Langhelle.
- When was The Disappearing Illusionist released?
- The Disappearing Illusionist was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.