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The Prestige

Set in London in the 1800s, two rival magicians read each others diary containing the secrets of their magic tricks and personal life. As we go back in time when the diaries were written, both magicians become obsessed with their rival's best trick. The tricks, as shown to the audience, look the same, but neither magician can figure out how his opponent does it. Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi), release year 2006, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

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Story of The Prestige

Set in London in the 1800s, two rival magicians read each others diary containing the secrets of their magic tricks and personal life. As we go back in time when the diaries were written, both magicians become obsessed with their rival's best trick. The tricks, as shown to the audience, look the same, but neither magician can figure out how his opponent does it.

Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi), release year 2006, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

Title facts

  • Type Movie
  • Release year 2006
  • Released 20 Oct 2006
  • Runtime 130 minutes
  • Content rating PG-13
  • IMDb rating IMDb 8.5/10 from 1,583,310 votes
  • Metascore 66/100
  • Genres Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
  • Languages English
  • Countries United Kingdom, United States

Cast

Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, Scarlett Johansson

Direction and writing

Directed by: Christopher Nolan

Written by: Jonathan Nolan, Christopher Nolan, Christopher Priest

Awards and recognition

Nominated for 2 Oscars. 6 wins & 44 nominations total

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