The Magician (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1973, The Magician is a crime and mystery film directed by Marvin J. Chomsky, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. Bill Bixby stars in this NBC pilot movie as a famous stage magician and escape artist who solves crimes.
Who’s in it. The Magician stars Bill Bixby as Anthony Dorian, Kim Hunter as Nora Coogan, Elizabeth Ashley as Sally Baker and Joan Caulfield as Lulu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Magician sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magician page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magician tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magician (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magician change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magician worth watching?
- The Magician holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Magician?
- The Magician stars Bill Bixby, Kim Hunter, Elizabeth Ashley, Joan Caulfield and Signe Hasso.
- When was The Magician released?
- The Magician was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.