Dark Magic (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1939, Dark Magic is a comedy film directed by Roy Rowland, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. A man buys a magic set for his son, but the tricks worked better in the store than they do at home.
Who’s in it. Dark Magic stars Robert Benchley as Joe Doakes, Ruth Lee as Wife and John Scarne as Mr. Calypso.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Dark Magic 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 Dark Magic page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dark Magic tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dark Magic (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dark Magic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dark Magic worth watching?
- Dark Magic holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dark Magic?
- Dark Magic stars Robert Benchley, Ruth Lee and John Scarne.
- When was Dark Magic released?
- Dark Magic was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.