The Magician
Originally released in 1958. The Magician is a drama film. directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Starring Max von Sydow, Ingrid Thulin, and Gunnar Björnstrand
Synopsis
A traveling magician and his troupe arrive in a Swedish town in the 1840s, where their act is scrutinized by local authorities and a skeptical medical official. Their stay leads to a series of confrontations that test the boundaries between performance, belief, and deception.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 26, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (236 votes)
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Director
Top Cast
Max von Sydow
as Albert Emanuel Vogler
Ingrid Thulin
as Manda Vogler
Gunnar Björnstrand
as Dr. Vergerus / Minister of Health
Naima Wifstrand
as Granny Vogler
Bengt Ekerot
as Johan Spegel
Bibi Andersson
as Sara Lindqvist
Gertrud Fridh
as Ottilia
Lars Ekborg
as Simson
Toivo Pawlo
as Starbeck
Erland Josephson
as Consul Egerman
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
Production Companies
- SF Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Magician about?
A traveling magician and his troupe arrive in a Swedish town in the 1840s, where their act is scrutinized by local authorities and a skeptical medical official. Their stay leads to a series of conf...
Who directed The Magician?
The Magician was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
How long is The Magician?
The Magician has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was The Magician released?
The Magician was released on December 26, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Magician?
The main cast of The Magician includes Max von Sydow, Ingrid Thulin, Gunnar Björnstrand, Naima Wifstrand, Bengt Ekerot.
Is The Magician worth watching?
The Magician has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 236 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.