Ordinary Magic
Synopsis
When his father dies, Jeffrey is sent to live with his aunt Charlotte in Canada. Once there he leads his aunt and his friends in staging, a non-violent hunger strike to try to save his aunt's house from being demolished to make room for a ski resort.
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Ryan Reynolds
Ganesh / Jeffrey
Glenne Headly
Charlotte
David Fox
Father / Warren
Anver Jameel
Running Boy
Kamalini Selvarajan
Indian Teacher
Denavaka Hamine
Vani
Sillaiyoor Selvarajan
Doctor
Heath Lamberts
Mayor
Joe Roncetti
Tom
Les Rubie
Pinky
Ron White
Rick
Mark Wilson
Teacher
Cara Pifko
Lucy
Gerry Quigley
PE Teacher
James Bulliard
Nick
Annesley DIas
Yoga Master
Dharmadasa Kuruppu
Chanting Man
Gareth Bennett
Pool Kid
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 20, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Giles Walker
- Screenplay & Story
- Jefferson Lewis, Malcolm Bosse
- Original Score
- Mychael Danna
- Original Title
- Ordinary Magic
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- The Film Works
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Giles Walker
Jefferson Lewis, Malcolm Bosse
Mychael Danna
Paul Sarossy
Ralph Brunjes
Paul Stephens
Department Leadership Roster
Catherine Frizell
Costume Design
Paul Sarossy
Director of Photography
Jefferson Lewis
Writer
Mychael Danna
Original Music Composer
Giles Walker
Director
Valanne Ridgeway
Production Design
Ralph Brunjes
Editor
Paul Stephens
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Parental Guidance Suggested.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ordinary Magic
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ordinary Magic about?
When his father dies, Jeffrey is sent to live with his aunt Charlotte in Canada. Once there he leads his aunt and his friends in staging, a non-violent hunger strike to try to save his aunt's house from being demolished to make room for a ski resort.
Who directed Ordinary Magic?
Ordinary Magic was directed by Giles Walker.
Who stars in Ordinary Magic?
The principal cast of Ordinary Magic includes Ryan Reynolds, Glenne Headly, David Fox, Anver Jameel, Kamalini Selvarajan.
When was Ordinary Magic released and how long is it?
Ordinary Magic was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for Ordinary Magic?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ordinary Magic was composed by Mychael Danna.
Is Ordinary Magic based on a book or true story?
Ordinary Magic is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Malcolm Bosse".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ordinary Magic?
Ordinary Magic holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.).