1-2-3 Magic (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1990, 1-2-3 Magic is a family film, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Dr. Thomas Phelan, a clinical psychologist, developed the program for his own children when they were young and in the thralls of hyperactivity and sibling rivalry. The two-hour show features his explanation of the program interspersed with dramatic scenarios and parent testimonials. The corny vignettes and repetitive testimonials are somewhat extraneous, but the nut of the information is invaluable. Phelan urges parents to get away from explaining everything to kids, who aren't listening to you anyway, he says, but he's not a spanking advocate either.
Who’s in it. 1-2-3 Magic stars Dr. Thomas W. Phelan.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, 1-2-3 Magic 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 1-2-3 Magic page.
If you liked it. Fans of 1-2-3 Magic tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 1-2-3 Magic (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 1-2-3 Magic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 1-2-3 Magic worth watching?
- 1-2-3 Magic holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in 1-2-3 Magic?
- 1-2-3 Magic stars Dr. Thomas W. Phelan.
- When was 1-2-3 Magic released?
- 1-2-3 Magic was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.