The Magnet (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1950, The Magnet is a comedy film directed by Charles Frend, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. A classic Ealing comedy in which a young boy steals a magnet and becomes a hero.
Who’s in it. The Magnet stars Stephen Murray as Dr Brent, Kay Walsh as Mrs Brent, James Fox as Johnny Brent and Meredith Edwards as Harper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Magnet has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magnet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magnet tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magnet (1950)?
- In GB, The Magnet is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Magnet worth watching?
- The Magnet holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Magnet?
- The Magnet stars Stephen Murray, Kay Walsh, James Fox, Meredith Edwards and Gladys Henson.
- When was The Magnet released?
- The Magnet was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.