Magic
“A terrifying love story.”
Synopsis
A ventriloquist is at the mercy of his vicious dummy while he tries to renew a romance with his high school sweetheart.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official Trailer 2Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-04-14
Top Cast
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Anthony Hopkins
Corky Withers / Fats (voice)
Ann-Margret
Peggy Ann Snow
Burgess Meredith
Ben Greene
Ed Lauter
Duke
E.J. André
Merlin
Jerry Houser
Cab Driver
David Ogden Stiers
George Todson
Lillian Randolph
Sadie
Joe Lowry
Club M.C.
Robert Hackman
Father
Mary Munday
Mother
Beverly Sanders
Laughing Lady
I.W. Klein
Maitre D'
Steve Hart
Captain
Patrick McCullough
Doorman
Scott Garrett
Corky's Brother
Brad Beesley
Young Corky
Michael J. Harte
Minister
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 8, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 12, 2021
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$7M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$23.8M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
3.4x
+$16.8M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Attenborough
- Screenplay & Story
- William Goldman
- Original Score
- Jerry Goldsmith
- Original Title
- Magic
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Budget
- $7M
- Worldwide Gross
- $23.8M
- Production Studios
- Joseph E. Levine Productions, 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Attenborough
William Goldman
Jerry Goldsmith
Victor J. Kemper
John Bloom
C.O. Erickson, Richard P. Levine, Joseph E. Levine
Department Leadership Roster
William Goldman
Screenplay
Richard Attenborough
Director
Jerry Goldsmith
Original Music Composer
Victor J. Kemper
Director of Photography
Richard P. Levine
Producer
Terence Marsh
Production Design
Joseph E. Levine
Producer
John Bloom
Editor
Gregory J. Barnett
Stunt Coordinator
Ruth Myers
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Magic
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Magic about?
A ventriloquist is at the mercy of his vicious dummy while he tries to renew a romance with his high school sweetheart.
Who directed Magic?
Magic was directed by Richard Attenborough.
Who stars in Magic?
The principal cast of Magic includes Anthony Hopkins, Ann-Margret, Burgess Meredith, Ed Lauter, E.J. André.
When was Magic released and how long is it?
Magic was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
What was the box office and production budget of Magic?
Magic had a reported production budget of $7M and grossed $23.8M at the worldwide box office (3.4 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Magic?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Magic was composed by Jerry Goldsmith.
Is Magic based on a book or true story?
Magic is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Goldman".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Magic?
Magic holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).