The Magician
"THEY FOUGHT FOR A GIRL'S SOUL!"
Originally released in 1926. The Magician is a drama/horror film. directed by Rex Ingram. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alice Terry, Paul Wegener, and Firmin Gémier
Synopsis
A young woman, Margaret Dauncey, is caught between the forces of a charlatan magician, Oliver Haddo, whom she is unable to resist, and the love of a handsome surgeon, Arthur Burdon, who has saved her from being a helpless cripple by performing a delicate operation on her spine.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 24, 1926
99 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (30 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Alice Terry
as Margaret Dauncey
Paul Wegener
as Oliver Haddo
Firmin Gémier
as Dr. Porhoët
Iván Petrovich
as Dr. Arthur Burdon
Gladys Hamer
as Susie Boyd
Henry Wilson
as Haddo's Servant
Hubert I. Stowitts
as Dancing Faun
Claude Fielding
as Dancing Faun (uncredited)
Gerald Fielding
as Dancing Faun (uncredited)
Rosita Garcia
as Young Woman Bitten by Snake (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Magician about?
A young woman, Margaret Dauncey, is caught between the forces of a charlatan magician, Oliver Haddo, whom she is unable to resist, and the love of a handsome surgeon, Arthur Burdon, who has saved h...
Who directed The Magician?
The Magician was directed by Rex Ingram.
How long is The Magician?
The Magician has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was The Magician released?
The Magician was released on October 24, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Magician?
The main cast of The Magician includes Alice Terry, Paul Wegener, Firmin Gémier, Iván Petrovich, Gladys Hamer.