The Illusionist Movie

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Who's Involved:

Sylvain Chomet, Jacques Tati

Release Date:

Saturday, December 25, 2010 Limited

PG   PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED MPA
thematic elements and smoking
Runtime: 1 hr, 20 m
Language: English

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Plot: What's the story about?

The film details the story of a dying breed of stage entertainer whose thunder is being stolen by emerging rock stars. Forced to accept increasingly obscure assignments in fringe theaters, garden parties and bars, he meets a young fan who changes his life forever.

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Who stars in The Illusionist: Cast List

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Who's making The Illusionist: Crew List

A look at the The Illusionist behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Sylvain Chomet last directed Triplets of Belleville and Swing Popa Swing. The film's writer Sylvain Chomet last wrote Swing Popa Swing and The Thousand Miles.

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Production: What we know about The Illusionist?

Filming Timeline

  1. 2010 - April: The film was set to Completed  status.

The Illusionist Release Date: When was the film released?


The Illusionist was a Limited release in 2010 on Saturday, December 25, 2010. There were 1 other movie released on the same date, including Gulliver's Travels.

As a Limited release, The Illusionist will only be shown in select movie theaters across major markets. Please check Fandango and Atom Tickets to see if the film is playing in your area.

The Illusionist DVD & Blu-ray Release Date: When was the film released?

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The Illusionist was released on DVD & Blu-ray on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 .

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