Movie

The Magic Box

“A rich and deeply moving story of a man whose achievement opened up a new world, and of the two women whose love and sacrifices made it possible!”

★ 6.5(23)19521h 58m

Drama

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Good to know

Director: John Boulting
Release date: 1952-01-01
Runtime: 1h 58m
Language: English
Box office: $110,372
Budget: $600,000
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Festival Films

About The Magic Box

The Magic Box is a 1952 movie in the Drama genre, directed by John Boulting, starring Robert Donat, Margaret Johnston and Maria Schell. It has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 23 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Magic Box in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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 his search for a way to project moving pictures became an obsession that ultimately changed the life of all those he loved.

Cast

Robert Donat

William Friese-Greene

Margaret Johnston

Edith Harrison Friese-Greene

Maria Schell

Helena Friese-Greene

Renée Asherson

Miss Tagg

Richard Attenborough

Jack Carter

Robert Beatty

Lord Beaverbrook

Martin Boddey

Sitter in Bath Studio

Edward Chapman

Father in Family Group

John Charlesworth

Graham Friese-Greene

Maurice Colbourne

Bride's Father in wedding group

Roland Culver

1st Company Promoter

John Howard Davies

Maurice Friese-Greene

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Magic Box in Canada?+

The Magic Box is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Magic Box on Netflix?+

The Magic Box is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Magic Box?+

The Magic Box has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).

Who stars in The Magic Box?+

The Magic Box stars Robert Donat, Margaret Johnston, Maria Schell, Renée Asherson and Richard Attenborough.

When did The Magic Box come out?+

The Magic Box is a 1952 movie directed by John Boulting.

What genre is The Magic Box?+

The Magic Box is Drama film.

Who directed The Magic Box?+

The Magic Box was directed by John Boulting.