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The Illusionist

7.320061h 50mPG-13MovieFantasyDramaThriller

With his eye on a lovely aristocrat, a gifted illusionist named Eisenheim uses his powers to win her away from her betrothed, a crown prince. But Eisenheim's scheme creates tumult within the monarchy and ignites the suspicion of a dogged inspector.

DirectorNeil Burger
WriterNeil Burger
ProducersCathy Schulman·Brian Koppelman

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Cast · Directed by Neil Burger

ENEdward Norton
Edward Norton
Eisenheim
PGPaul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti
Inspector Uhl
JBJessica Biel
Jessica Biel
Sophie
RSRufus Sewell
Rufus Sewell
Crown Prince Leopold
EMEddie Marsan
Eddie Marsan
Josef Fischer
ATAaron Taylor-Johnson
Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Young Eisenheim
ETEleanor Tomlinson
Eleanor Tomlinson
Young Sophie
JWJake Wood
Jake Wood
Jurka
TFTom Fisher
Tom Fisher
Willigut
KJKarl Johnson
Karl Johnson
Doctor / Old Man
VFVincent Franklin
Vincent Franklin
Loschek
NBNicholas Blane
Nicholas Blane
Herr Doebler

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The Illusionist — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Illusionist?

The Illusionist is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus and AMC+ in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Illusionist on Netflix?

No, The Illusionist is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Philo and AMC Plus.

Is The Illusionist on Amazon Prime Video?

The Illusionist isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Illusionist for free?

The Illusionist is available to stream free (with ads) on The CW and Hoopla in United States.