Movie

Magic Boy

“He'd leap upon the wind and hitch a ride...”

★ 7.5(22)19591h 23m

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Good to know

Director: Akira Daikuhara, Taiji Yabushita
Release date: 1959-12-25
Runtime: 1h 23m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: Toei Animation

Magic Boy — trailer

About Magic Boy

Magic Boy is a 1959 movie in the Adventure, Animation and Family genres, directed by Akira Daikuhara and Taiji Yabushita, starring Katsuo Nakamura, Hiroko Sakuramachi and Teruo Miyazaki. It has a runtime of 1 hour 23 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 22 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Magic Boy in Taiwan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Magically gifted boy Sasuke lives in peace, deep in the forest with his animal pals and Oyu, his elder sister. After their forest sanctuary is violated by a demon witch who devours one of Sasuke's animal companions, he vows vengeance. Leaving the forest, he sets out to master his magical gifts, making a pilgrimage to the home of the wizard Hakuunsai. While Sasuke learns the ways of magic, the demon witch terrorizes the countryside, and Sasuke works to complete his training in time.

Cast

Katsuo Nakamura

Yukimura Sanada (voice)

Hiroko Sakuramachi

Oyu (voice)

Teruo Miyazaki

Sarutobi Sasuke (voice)

Tomoko Matsushima

Okei-chan (voice)

Kenji Susukida

Master Tozawa Hakuun (voice)

Harue Akagi

Omon Yayamata (voice)

Yoshio Yoshida

Gonkuro the Mountain Storm (voice)

Shunji Sakai

Batta no Miyoshi (voice)

Ryōei Itō

Okera no Kinta (voice)

Kazuo Iwata

Gatekeeper (voice)

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Magic Boy in Taiwan?+

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

Is Magic Boy on Netflix?+

Magic Boy is not on Netflix in Taiwan right now.

How long is Magic Boy?+

Magic Boy has a runtime of 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

Who stars in Magic Boy?+

Magic Boy stars Katsuo Nakamura, Hiroko Sakuramachi, Teruo Miyazaki, Tomoko Matsushima and Kenji Susukida.

When did Magic Boy come out?+

Magic Boy is a 1959 movie directed by Akira Daikuhara and Taiji Yabushita.

What genre is Magic Boy?+

Magic Boy is Adventure, Animation and Family film.

Who directed Magic Boy?+

Magic Boy was directed by Akira Daikuhara and Taiji Yabushita.