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Magic on a Stick

8.0194610mNRMovieHistory

This MGM Passing Parade series short recounts how English chemist John Walker invented the wooden friction match during the 1820s.

DirectorCy Endfield
WriterCharles Larson
ProducerJohn Nesbitt

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Cast · Directed by Cy Endfield

JN
John Nesbitt
Narrator (voice)
PLPaul Langton
Paul Langton
John Walker (uncredited)
JWJacqueline White
Jacqueline White
Mrs. John Walker (uncredited)

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Magic on a Stick — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Magic on a Stick?

Magic on a Stick isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Magic on a Stick on Netflix?

No, Magic on a Stick is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is Magic on a Stick on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Magic on a Stick isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Magic on a Stick for free?

Magic on a Stick isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Magic on a Stick?

Magic on a Stick hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 9, 1946. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.