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The Magic Box

6.519521h 58mMovieDrama

Now old, ill, poor, and largely forgotten, William Freise-Greene was once young and handsome William Green. He changed his name to include his first wife's for the photographic portrait work he excelled at. But he was also an inventor and…

DirectorJohn Boulting
WriterEric Ambler
ProducerRonald Neame

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 25 other countries

The Magic Box isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and 21 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by John Boulting

Robert Donat
Robert Donat
William Friese-Greene
Margaret Johnston
Margaret Johnston
Edith Harrison Friese-Greene
Maria Schell
Maria Schell
Helena Friese-Greene
Renée Asherson
Renée Asherson
Miss Tagg
Richard Attenborough
Richard Attenborough
Jack Carter
Robert Beatty
Robert Beatty
Lord Beaverbrook
Martin Boddey
Martin Boddey
Sitter in Bath Studio
Edward Chapman
Edward Chapman
Father in Family Group
John Charlesworth
John Charlesworth
Graham Friese-Greene
Maurice Colbourne
Maurice Colbourne
Bride's Father in wedding group
Roland Culver
Roland Culver
1st Company Promoter
John Howard Davies
John Howard Davies
Maurice Friese-Greene

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The Magic Box — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Magic Box?

The Magic Box isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Belgium, Bulgaria and Cyprus and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Magic Box on Netflix?

No, The Magic Box is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is The Magic Box on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Magic Box isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch The Magic Box for free?

The Magic Box isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Magic Box?

The Magic Box hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1952. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.