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Wishmaster

1997·Movie
1h 30min·R
IMDb5.9Rotten Tomatoes26%40%

Where to watch

PrimeHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with Ads

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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Nostalgia4
  • Wonder4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Fantasy

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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About

Be careful what you wish for.

The Djinn, having been released from his ancient prison, seeks to capture the soul of the woman who discovered him, thereby opening a portal and freeing his fellow Djinn to take over the earth.
90s HorrorDjinn MythologyBody HorrorDark FantasySupernatural ThreatGruesome KillsCult ClassicWish Fulfillment Gone WrongPractical EffectsAction-Horror

Crew

Directed by:
Robert Kurtzman, Allen Kupetsky, Licia Wolf
Written by:
Peter Atkins
Produced by:
Wes Craven, Pierre David, Julien Thomas
Composed by:
James H. Coburn IV, Catherine Harper, James Moriana

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Wishmaster

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Wishmaster legally?

PrimeHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsMovieSphere+Tubi TVHowdy

Wishmaster is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Wishmaster worth watching?

39
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 5.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 26%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Wishmaster rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How long is Wishmaster?

1 h 30 min

Wishmaster runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Wishmaster?

Critics26
Audiences50

Not quite. Audiences rate Wishmaster higher (50) than critics (26). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Wishmaster a box office hit?

Budget$5 million
Box office$16 million

Yes. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $16 million worldwide, 3.1 times its budget.

What language is Wishmaster in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Wishmaster?

31ARATAUBEBRBZCACLCOCZDEESFRGB+17

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wishmaster in 31 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Wishmaster use?

Faux Affably EvilNasty PartyBrainwashed and CrazyI Am the NounGornOur Genies Are DifferentLiving StatueI Will Punish Your Friend for Your FailureCluster F-BombSealed Evil in a CanCard-Carrying VillainVillains Blend in Betterand 122 more

TV Tropes lists 134 storytelling tropes for Wishmaster, including Faux Affably Evil, Nasty Party, Brainwashed and Crazy.