Magic Boy (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1959, Magic Boy is an adventure, family and animation film directed by Akira Daikuhara, running about 83 minutes. “He'd leap upon the wind and hitch a ride...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Magically gifted boy Sasuke lives in peace, deep in the forest with his animal pals and Oyu, his elder sister. After their forest sanctuary is violated by a demon witch who devours one of Sasuke's animal companions, he vows vengeance. Leaving the forest, he sets out to master his magical gifts, making a pilgrimage to the home of the wizard Hakuunsai. While Sasuke learns the ways of magic, the demon witch terrorizes the countryside, and Sasuke works to complete his training in time.
Who’s in it. Magic Boy stars Katsuo Nakamura as Yukimura Sanada (voice), Hiroko Sakuramachi as Oyu (voice), Teruo Miyazaki as Sarutobi Sasuke (voice) and Tomoko Matsushima as Okei-chan (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Magic Boy has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Magic Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Magic Boy tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Magic Boy (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Magic Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Magic Boy worth watching?
- Magic Boy holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Magic Boy?
- Magic Boy stars Katsuo Nakamura, Hiroko Sakuramachi, Teruo Miyazaki, Tomoko Matsushima and Kenji Susukida.
- When was Magic Boy released?
- Magic Boy was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.