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The Illusionist

2010·Movie
1h 20min·PG
82
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A , animated movie: , but never childish, .

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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When life loses its wonder, all it takes is one person who still believes in magic.

A French illusionist travels to Scotland to work. He meets a young woman in a small village. Their ensuing adventure in Edinburgh changes both their lives forever.
Melancholy & SentimentalHand-Drawn AnimationSilent Film HomageShowbiz DramaFather-Daughter StoryScottish SettingBittersweetGentle WonderUnderstated

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Where can I stream The Illusionist?

In the United States, The Illusionist is free with ads on The Roku. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. It also streams in 9 other countries.

Is The Illusionist worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82 (IMDb 7.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 90%). Critics rate it higher (90 out of 100) than audiences (77).

Is The Illusionist okay for kids?

PG

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Can I half-watch The Illusionist?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is The Illusionist plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Was The Illusionist a box office flop?

Budget$18 million
Box office$6 million

Yes: it cost about $18 million to make and earned $6 million worldwide, 33% of its budget.

Is The Illusionist in English?

FrenchScottish GaelicEnglish

No, it was made in French, with some Scottish Gaelic and English.