The Magic Hour (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2000, The Magic Hour is a drama film directed by Óscar Blancarte, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Minerva, a middle age writer, decides to break the uncertainty that prevents her from creating the novel that for years she has nested in her mind. Unintentionally, she returns to the port where she was born and she encounters a past full of ghosts and chimeras. Paradoxically, she founds herself because of this journey back home, so she begins writing the story of her life, of her own childhood, with its magical past and tragedy.
Who’s in it. The Magic Hour stars Angélica Aragón as Minerva, Francisco Gattorno as Alberto, Manuel Ojeda as Francesco and Lumi Cavazos as Sor Fabiola, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Magic Hour has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magic Hour page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magic Hour tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magic Hour (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magic Hour change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magic Hour worth watching?
- The Magic Hour holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Magic Hour?
- The Magic Hour stars Angélica Aragón, Francisco Gattorno, Manuel Ojeda, Lumi Cavazos and Dolores Beristáin.
- When was The Magic Hour released?
- The Magic Hour was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.