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Magnus

2016·Movie
1h 16min
IMDb7.1Metacritic52–Rotten Tomatoes81%78%

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Magnus fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Hopeful and wholesome

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Coming of Age8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and sports

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Child. Genius. Champion.

From a young age Magnus Carlsen had aspirations of becoming a champion chess player. While many players seek out an intensely rigid environment to hone their skills, Magnus’ brilliance shines brightest when surrounded by his loving and supportive family. Through an extensive amount of archival footage and home movies, director Benjamin Ree reveals this young man’s unusual and rapid trajectory to the pinnacle of the chess world. This film allows the audience to not only peek inside this isolated community but also witness the maturation of a modern genius.
Inspiring Sports DocumentaryChild Prodigy StoryFamily-CentricObservational PortraitChess World InsightGentle PacingEmotional JourneyHuman InterestComing-of-Age Biography

Crew

Directed by:
Benjamin Ree
Written by:
Benjamin Ree, Linn-Jeanethe Kyed, Martin Jøndahl
Produced by:
Øyvind Asbjørnsen, Sigurd Mikal Karoliussen, Aage Aaberge
Composed by:
Fredric Vogel, Uno Helmersson

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Magnus

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Magnus legally?

PrimeThe RokuKanopyHooplaFandango at Home FreePluto TVAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesome

Magnus 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 Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Magnus worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 52). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Magnus?

1 h 16 min

Magnus runs 1 h 16 min.

Is Magnus based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Magnus?

Critics67
Audiences75

Not quite. Audiences rate Magnus higher (75) than critics (67). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Magnus in?

NorwegianGermanEnglish

It was made in Norwegian, with some German, English. Produced in Norway.

In how many countries can I watch Magnus?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Magnus in 38 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.