The Magician (1958)
Original title: Ansiktet
The Magician is a 1958 Swedish-language drama movie directed by Ingmar Bergman, with a running time of 1h 42m. It stars Max von Sydow, Ingrid Thulin and Gunnar Björnstrand.
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 answers
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 confrontations that test the boundaries between performance, belief, and deception.
When was The Magician released?
The Magician was released on 26 December 1958.
How long is The Magician?
The Magician runs 1h 42m.
Who made The Magician?
The Magician was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Where can I watch The Magician?
The Magician is available on Criterion Channel, Kanopy, Darkroom, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch The Magician
Stream: Criterion Channel, Kanopy
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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
- Åke Fridell as Tubal
- Sif Ruud as Sofia
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