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The Prestige Review (2006) — 83% Celluloid Score

Directed by Christopher Nolan · 2006 ·

Short answer

Is The Prestige worth watching?

Yes. The Prestige (2006) earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

83%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

87% Editorial Rating
89% Audience snapshot · excluded
81 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4
8.5 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 10m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 12 (UK) · U (India) · 17+ (Indonesia) · M (Australia)
Cast
Hugh Jackman , Christian Bale , Michael Caine , Piper Perabo , Rebecca Hall , Scarlett Johansson , Samantha Mahurin , David Bowie , Andy Serkis , Daniel Davis
Streaming
Netflix
Language
English

Also known as जादू एक धोखा El Gran Truco El truco final (El prestigio) Le Prestige Prestige - Die Meister der Magie O Grande Truque プレステージ 프레스티지

Where to watch

  • Netflix

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch The Prestige by country

Country Streaming on
India Netflix
Indonesia HBO Max
Japan U-NEXT
Malaysia HBO Max
Pakistan HBO Max
Philippines HBO Max
Thailand HBO Max
Turkey Netflix, TV+
United Kingdom Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, Sky Cinema
United States Netflix

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (87/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (89%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (81/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8.5/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, mystery, sci-fi pick

Not ideal for

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    Is The Prestige worth watching?

    Yes — The Prestige earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, mystery, sci-fi pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    IMDb Top 250 #42 (8.5/10) — The Prestige remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is The Prestige about?

    A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and deadly consequences.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English The Prestige

    The Prestige (2006) Review: Two Magicians, One Obsession

    The Prestige is Christopher Nolan's Victorian thriller about two rival stage magicians, an intricately built puzzle that rewards attention and repays a second viewing.

    Yes. It is one of Nolan's cleverest and most entertaining films, perfect for viewers who love puzzle-box storytelling, though its chilly characters keep it at arm's length.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    The Prestige: frequently asked questions

    Is The Prestige worth watching?

    Yes. The Prestige (2006) has a Celluloid Score of 83%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch The Prestige?

    In the United States, The Prestige streams on Netflix with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix in India; HBO Max in Indonesia; U-NEXT in Japan; HBO Max in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is The Prestige?

    The Prestige runs 2 hours 10 minutes (130 minutes).

    What is The Prestige rated?

    The Prestige is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12 in the UK, U in India, 17+ in Indonesia and M in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in The Prestige?

    The Prestige is directed by Christopher Nolan and stars Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Piper Perabo, Rebecca Hall.

    What is the Metascore for The Prestige?

    Metacritic's Metascore for The Prestige is 81 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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