The Wishing Machine (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1968, The Wishing Machine is a fantasy, adventure, family and science fiction film directed by Josef Pinkava, running about 81 minutes.
What it’s about. Two young boys, play hooky from school in order to explore an ultramodern world's fair. They take in the many marvelous scientific and industrial exhibits, obtain literature, eat food, and generally run amok.
Who’s in it. The Wishing Machine stars Vit Weingartner as Honza, Milan Zeman as Vasek, František Filipovský as School Principal and Josef Hlinomaz as Prison Guard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Wishing Machine has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wishing Machine page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wishing Machine tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wishing Machine (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wishing Machine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wishing Machine worth watching?
- The Wishing Machine holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, family and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wishing Machine?
- The Wishing Machine stars Vit Weingartner, Milan Zeman, František Filipovský, Josef Hlinomaz and Miloslav Holub.
- When was The Wishing Machine released?
- The Wishing Machine was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.