The Magician (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1926, The Magician is a drama and horror film directed by Rex Ingram, running about 83 minutes. “THEY FOUGHT FOR A GIRL'S SOUL!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young woman, Margaret Dauncey, is caught between the forces of a charlatan magician, Oliver Haddo, whom she is unable to resist, and the love of a handsome surgeon, Arthur Burdon, who has saved her from being a helpless cripple by performing a delicate operation on her spine.
Who’s in it. The Magician stars Alice Terry as Margaret Dauncey, Paul Wegener as Oliver Haddo, Firmin Gémier as Dr. Porhoët and Iván Petrovich as Dr. Arthur Burdon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, 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 (1926)?
- 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 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Magician?
- The Magician stars Alice Terry, Paul Wegener, Firmin Gémier, Iván Petrovich and Gladys Hamer.
- When was The Magician released?
- The Magician was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.