The Young Magician (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1987, The Young Magician is a comedy, fantasy and family film directed by Waldemar Dziki, running about 97 minutes. “Peter has magical powers. Now all he has to do is learn how to make them work!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A 12-year boy feels left out by his classmates because he has no interest in athletics. He finally discovers his calling when his parents take him to a magic show. Picked by the magician to be his helper during a trick he is drawn into the world of magic and wants to learn more. He becomes proficient in tricks and also discovers his telekinetic powers. Unfortunately that further alienates him from his peers and his parents are afraid of his powers. Things change when a national emergency arises and the government asks him to help. After success he becomes a hero and is accepted by all. Written by Polish Cinema Database.
Who’s in it. The Young Magician stars Rusty Jedwab as Peter, Natasza Maraszek as Margaret, Edward Garson as Alexander and Danuta Kowalska as Margaret's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Young Magician has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Young Magician page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Young Magician tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Young Magician (1987)?
- In US, The Young Magician is available to stream on Eternal Family, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Young Magician worth watching?
- The Young Magician holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Young Magician?
- The Young Magician stars Rusty Jedwab, Natasza Maraszek, Edward Garson, Danuta Kowalska and Jan Machulski.
- When was The Young Magician released?
- The Young Magician was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.