Now You See It (1947): cast, story & where to watch

1947 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1947, Now You See It is a documentary film directed by Richard L. Cassell, running about 10 minutes.

What it’s about. This Pete Smith Specialty short demonstrates the uses of micro- and macrophotography. We see extreme closeups of the mechanical workings of a tiny wristwatch, the surface of a cat's tongue, and several insects. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.

Who’s in it. Now You See It stars Pete Smith as Narrator (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Now You See It 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 Now You See It page.

If you liked it. Fans of Now You See It tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Now You See It (1947)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Now You See It change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Now You See It worth watching?
Now You See It holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Now You See It?
Now You See It stars Pete Smith.
When was Now You See It released?
Now You See It was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.