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Wizards

1977·Movie
1h 21min·PG
IMDb6.3Rotten Tomatoes68%69%

Where to watch

Prime

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Nostalgic and wondrous

  • Nostalgia7
  • Wonder7
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

Some satire and absurdist humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody7
  • Absurdist Humor6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

Fantasy, war, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Visual Stylization7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

An epic fantasy of peace and magic.

After the death of his mother, evil mutant wizard Blackwolf discovers long-lost military technologies. Full of ego and ambition, Blackwolf claims his mother's throne, assembles an army, and sets out to brainwash and conquer Earth. Meanwhile, Blackwolf's gentle twin brother, the bearded sage Avatar, calls upon his own magical abilities to foil Blackwolf's plans for world domination — even if it means eliminating his own flesh and blood.
Post-ApocalypticFantasy WarfareGood vs EvilCult ClassicRalph BakshiSatiricalAnimatedDark FantasyPolitical Allegory

Crew

Directed by:
Ralph Bakshi
Written by:
Ralph Bakshi
Produced by:
Ralph Bakshi, Steven Hahn, Christine Wirt
Composed by:
Eileen Horta, Andrew Belling

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Wizards

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Wizards legally?

Prime

Wizards is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. 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 Wizards worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 68%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Wizards rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Wizards?

1 h 21 min

Wizards runs 1 h 21 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Wizards?

Critics68
Audiences66

Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see Wizards much the same way.

Was Wizards a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$9 million

Yes. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 4.5 times its budget.

What language is Wizards in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Wizards?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wizards in 51 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Wizards use?

Our Elves Are DifferentLost AesopDrama PanesExpyA Wizard Did ItRapid AgingTake That!Brilliant, but LazyUnusual EuphemismMade of BolognaKeystone ArmySchizo Techand 107 more

TV Tropes lists 119 storytelling tropes for Wizards, including Our Elves Are Different, Lost Aesop, Drama Panes.