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The Prestige (2006)

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8.2/10 ยท 18,162 votes 2h 10m pg-13 DramaScience-fictionMystery

#2 of 217 films from 2006 #85 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Christopher Nolan ยท Written by Christopher Nolan, Jonathan Nolan, Christopher Priest

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Overview

A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and deadly consequences.

Cast

Hugh Jackmanas Robert Angier
Christian Baleas Alfred Borden
Michael Caineas Cutter
Scarlett Johanssonas Olivia Wenscombe
Rebecca Hallas Sarah
Andy Serkisas Alley
Samantha Mahurinas Jess
Piper Peraboas Julia McCullough
David Bowieas Tesla
Jim Piddockas Prosecutor
Mark Ryanas Captain
Jamie Harrisas Sullen Warder
Daniel Davisas Judge
Roger Reesas Owens

Facts

Release dateOctober 19, 2006
Runtime130 min (2h 10m) โ€” longer as the 2006 average of 106 min
GenresDrama, Science-fiction, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$109,676,311 (2.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0482571

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Questions

How long is The Prestige?
The Prestige runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Is The Prestige worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.2/10 across 18,162 votes, which places it #2 of 217 films released in 2006 in this index (top 100%) and #85 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Prestige?
The Prestige was directed by Christopher Nolan. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Interstellar (2014), The Dark Knight (2008), Inception (2010).
Who stars in The Prestige?
Hugh Jackman as Robert Angier; Christian Bale as Alfred Borden; Michael Caine as Cutter; Scarlett Johansson as Olivia Wenscombe; Rebecca Hall as Sarah; Andy Serkis as Alley.
What is The Prestige rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Prestige?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/31260.

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