Magic Movies Online: 5 Best Titles To Rent, Including 'The Prestige,' 'Hocus Pocus' & More [VIDEO]
With the new release of Now You See Me 2, let's take a look at some other magic-themed movies you can watch now online.
Moviegoers have been fascinated by magicians and the art of magic for years. From older movies based on the life of Harry Houdini to the wizarding world of Harry Potter, the world continues to be charmed by dazzling tricks and the people who perform them.
If you are in the mood for more magic after seeing Now You See Me 2 in theaters now, here are five movies you can rent or stream online:
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004)
While any of the eight Harry Potter films will do, many argue that the Prisoner of Azkaban is the best in the franchise. The franchise takes on a darker approach starting with this film, which was directed by Oscar winner Alfonso Cuaron, with Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) discovering that an escaped prisoner is setting out to kill him. You can rent Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban on iTunes, Google Play or YouTube for $2.99.
The Prestige (2006)
One of Christopher Nolan's best films, The Prestige tells the tale of rival magicians, played by Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale, who compete to create the very best stage trick. Unfortunately, this eventually comes at a price. You can rent The Prestige on iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, YouTube and PlayStation.
The Illusionist (2006)
The Illusionist is a period piece based in the 1800s that tells the story of Eisenheim the Illusionist (Edward Norton). Eisenheim is a magician who tricks a woman above his social class into falling in love with him. You can rent The Illusionist on YouTube now.
Hocus Pocus (1993)
For a more family-friendly experience, Hocus Pocus has endured as a classic movie about witches and magic. Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy and Sarah Jessica Parker star as aging sisters/witches who try to use magic to appear youthful again. You can rent Hocus Pocus on iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, YouTube and PlayStation.
Now You See Me (2013)
Even if you've already seen Now You See Me, it's worth revisiting even after watching the sequel. The film stars Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher and Dave Franco as a team of magicians who pull off bank robberies during their stage shows and give their audiences the money. You can rent Now You See Me on Google Play, Vudu and YouTube.
