The Illusionist

(2006)Directed by Neil Burger110 min · PG-13Fantasy, Drama, Thriller, Romance
Nothing is what it seems

Eisenheim (Edward Norton), a magician in turn-of-the-century Vienna, encounters Sophie (Jessica Biel), a woman from his past now betrothed to the Crown Prince (Rufus Sewell). He begins crafting illusions that draw her attention, pulling her into his world while Inspector Uhl (Paul Giamatti) watches from the audience. On stage, in the amber light, a phantom takes shape between them.

Edward Nortonas Eisenheim
Paul Giamattias Inspector Uhl
Jessica Bielas Sophie
Rufus Sewellas Crown Prince Leopold
Eddie Marsanas Josef Fischer
Aaron Taylor-Johnsonas Young Eisenheim
Eleanor Tomlinsonas Young Sophie
Jake Woodas Jurka
Tom Fisheras Willigut
Karl Johnsonas Doctor / Old Man
Nicholas Blaneas Herr Doebler
Philip McGoughas Dr. Hofzinser
Erich Redmanas Count Rainer
Michael Carteras Von Thurnburg
Andreas Grothusenas Eisenheim's Father
Brian Caspeas Eisenheim's Assistant
ESEllen Savariaas Mrs. Uhl
Vítězslav Bouchneras Sophie's Driver
David O'Kellyas Archduke
Richard Rowlandsas Archduke
Reuben-Henry Biggsas Frankel
RRRobert Russellas Spiritualist Leader
Noel Le Bonas Arrested Man