Retro Puppet Master (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 4.2

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Released in 1999, Retro Puppet Master is a fantasy, horror and science fiction film directed by David DeCoteau, running about 80 minutes. “The Legacy Begins ...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Andre Toulon, living a peaceful life as a puppeteer in pre-WWI Paris, encounters the renegade sorcerer Afzel, who has stolen the mysterious secrets of life from the dark god Sutekh.

Who’s in it. Retro Puppet Master stars Greg Sestero as Andre Toulon, Brigitta Dau as Ilsa, Stephen Blackehart as First Servant and Jack Donner as Afzel, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Retro Puppet Master has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Retro Puppet Master page.

If you liked it. Fans of Retro Puppet Master 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 Retro Puppet Master (1999)?
In US, Retro Puppet Master is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Retro Puppet Master worth watching?
Retro Puppet Master holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Retro Puppet Master?
Retro Puppet Master stars Greg Sestero, Brigitta Dau, Stephen Blackehart, Jack Donner and Guy Rolfe.
When was Retro Puppet Master released?
Retro Puppet Master was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.