Anton the Magician (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1978, Anton the Magician is a comedy and drama film directed by Günter Reisch, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. A flamboyant comedy about love, work and money—revealing that the "planned" economy produced some unconventional entrepreneurial methods.
Who’s in it. Anton the Magician stars Ulrich Thein as Anton Grubske, Anna Dymna as Liesel, Erwin Geschonneck as Vater Grubske and Barbara Dittus as Sabine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Anton the Magician has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Anton the Magician page.
If you liked it. Fans of Anton the Magician tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Anton the Magician (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Anton the Magician change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Anton the Magician worth watching?
- Anton the Magician holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Anton the Magician?
- Anton the Magician stars Ulrich Thein, Anna Dymna, Erwin Geschonneck, Barbara Dittus and Marina Krogull.
- When was Anton the Magician released?
- Anton the Magician was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.