The Illusionist (movie, 2006)

About This Movie / Film

The Illusionist (2006) is a romantic mystery thriller set in turn-of-the-century Vienna. Renowned magician Eisenheim (Edward Norton) performs elaborate illusions that captivate audiences and challenge authority. When he reunites with his childhood love, the aristocratic Sophie von Teschen (Jessica Biel), now engaged to the ruthless Crown Prince Leopold (Rufus Sewell), Eisenheim uses his skills to outmaneuver the prince and reclaim her affection. Inspector Uhl (Paul Giamatti), a determined investigator, is tasked with exposing Eisenheim as a fraud amid rising political tensions and scandal. Blending romance, suspense, and supernatural elements, the film explores themes of love, deception, power, and the blurred line between illusion and reality. Directed with elegant period detail by Neil Burger, it features stunning visuals, a haunting score, and strong performances that keep viewers guessing until the clever twist ending. A captivating tale of magic, intrigue, and forbidden love.

Release Dates (by format)

Format Date
Theatrical ReleaseAugust 18, 2006 (limited); September 1, 2006 (wide)
VHSN/A (format largely discontinued)
LaserDiscN/A (format discontinued)
DVDDecember 19, 2006
Blu-RayNovember 18, 2008 (initial); later re-releases

Cast

Role Actor/Actress
EisenheimEdward Norton
Inspector UhlPaul Giamatti
Sophie von TeschenJessica Biel
Crown Prince LeopoldRufus Sewell
Josef FischerEddie Marsan
Young EisenheimAaron Taylor-Johnson

Production Crew

Role Name
Directed byNeil Burger
Written byNeil Burger
Based on short story bySteven Millhauser
Produced byBrian Koppelman, David Levien, Michael London, Cathy Schulman, Bob Yari
Executive ProducerJoey McFarland, Tom Ortenberg
Director of PhotographyGuillermo Navarro
Original Score byPhilip Glass
Music / SoundtrackPhilip Glass
Distributed byYari Film Group (US), Momentum Pictures (UK)
Production CompanyYari Film Group, Bob Yari Productions, Picturehouse

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