Movie

The Wizard of Loneliness

“Sometimes needing someone is the bravest thing you can do.”

★ 6.3(7)19881h 51m

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Good to know

Director: Jenny Bowen
Release date: 1988-09-02
Runtime: 1h 51m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Virgin Vision

About The Wizard of Loneliness

The Wizard of Loneliness is a 1988 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Jenny Bowen, starring Lukas Haas, Lea Thompson and Steve Hendrickson. It has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Wizard of Loneliness in Austria — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After his mother dies and father goes to fight in World War II, a young boy moves in with his aunt and uncle who live in the countryside. Lonely and unhappy, he starts believing he has super powers. Then a "dead" man shows up.

Cast

Lukas Haas

Wendall

Lea Thompson

Sybil

Steve Hendrickson

Fred

Dylan Baker

Duffy Kahler

Alan Wright

Conductor

Jeffrey Dreisbach

Singing Soldier

Anne Pitoniak

Cornelia

John Randolph

Doc

Lance Guest

John T.

Andrea Matheson

Ercel

Jeremiah Warner

Tom

Dorothy Yates

Dot Svenson

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookworld war iivermontaunt nephew relationshipwoman director1940s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Wizard of Loneliness in Austria?+

The Wizard of Loneliness is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Austria. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Wizard of Loneliness on Netflix?+

The Wizard of Loneliness is not on Netflix in Austria right now.

How long is The Wizard of Loneliness?+

The Wizard of Loneliness has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).

Who stars in The Wizard of Loneliness?+

The Wizard of Loneliness stars Lukas Haas, Lea Thompson, Steve Hendrickson, Dylan Baker and Alan Wright.

When did The Wizard of Loneliness come out?+

The Wizard of Loneliness is a 1988 movie directed by Jenny Bowen.

What genre is The Wizard of Loneliness?+

The Wizard of Loneliness is Drama film.

Who directed The Wizard of Loneliness?+

The Wizard of Loneliness was directed by Jenny Bowen.