Magic in the Water
“In a small town, on a peaceful lake, a mythical creature is about to surface.”
Synopsis
Radio psychologist Jack Black takes his children Joshua and Ashley on a 'vacation' to a lake in British Columbia. While he grinds away at work the children discover that the famous local lake monster "Orky" may not be just a gimmick to attract tourists after all. In fact, Orky may enable them to get closer to their workaholic dad, and help stop local polluters who are dumping toxic waste.
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Magic in the Water (1995) - Trailer
Type: Teaser • Published 2018-10-11
Top Cast
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Mark Harmon
Jack Black
Joshua Jackson
Joshua Black
Harley Jane Kozak
Dr. Wanda Bell
Sarah Wayne
Ashley Black
Willie Nark-Orn
Hiro
Frank Salsedo
Uncle Kpper
Morris Panych
Mack Miller
Ben Cardinal
Joe Pickled Trout
Adrien Dorval
Wright Hardy
Mark Acheson
Lefty Hardy
Anthony Towe
Taka
John Procaccino
Frank
Tom Cavanagh
Simon, Patient #1
Garrett Bennett
Christian, Patient #2
Brian T. Finney
Bug-Eyes, Patient #3
David Rasche
Phillip, Patient #4
Tamsin Kelsey
Sheriff Stevenson
Will Sasso
Shy Young Orderly
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 30, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rick Stevenson
- Screenplay & Story
- Rick Stevenson, Icel Dobell Massey
- Original Score
- David Schwartz
- Original Title
- Magic in the Water
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- TriStar Pictures, Pacific Motion Pictures, Triumph Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rick Stevenson
Rick Stevenson, Icel Dobell Massey, Ninian Dunet
David Schwartz
Thomas Burstyn
Allan Lee
Tony Allard, Karen Murphy, Matthew O'Connor, William Stevenson
Department Leadership Roster
Rick Stevenson
Director
Rick Stevenson
Screenplay
Icel Dobell Massey
Screenplay
Matthew O'Connor
Producer
William Stevenson
Producer
David Schwartz
Original Music Composer
Thomas Burstyn
Director of Photography
Allan Lee
Editor
Clyde Klotz
Production Design
Monique Prudhomme
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Magic in the Water
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What is Magic in the Water about?
Radio psychologist Jack Black takes his children Joshua and Ashley on a 'vacation' to a lake in British Columbia. While he grinds away at work the children discover that the famous local lake monster "Orky" may not be just a gimmick to attract tourists after all. In fact, Orky may enable them to get closer to their workaholic dad, and help stop local polluters who are dumping toxic waste.
Who directed Magic in the Water?
Magic in the Water was directed by Rick Stevenson.
Who stars in Magic in the Water?
The principal cast of Magic in the Water includes Mark Harmon, Joshua Jackson, Harley Jane Kozak, Sarah Wayne, Willie Nark-Orn.
When was Magic in the Water released and how long is it?
Magic in the Water was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Magic in the Water?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Magic in the Water was composed by David Schwartz.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Magic in the Water?
Magic in the Water holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).