The Wizard
It's more than a game...it's the chance of a lifetime.
A boy and his brother run away from home and hitch cross-country, with help from a girl they meet, to compete in the ultimate video-game championship.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Wizard
- Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Family
- Release Date: 1989-12-15
- Runtime: 100 minutes
- Rating: 6.029/10 (315 votes)
- Budget: $6,000,000
- Revenue: $14,278,900
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Finnegan/Pinchuk Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.1907
- Languages: English, Italian
Cast & Crew
Luke Edwards
as Jimmy
Vince Trankina
as Tate
Wendy Phillips
as Christine
Dea McAllister
as Counselor
Sam McMurray
as Bateman
Beau Bridges
as Sam
Fred Savage
as Corey
Christian Slater
as Nick
Will Seltzer
as Putnam
Roy Conrad
as Bus Clerk
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
The Wizard (1989) Trailer
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wizard?▼
The Wizard is a Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1989-12-15.
Who are the main actors in The Wizard?▼
The main cast includes Luke Edwards, Vince Trankina, Wendy Phillips, Dea McAllister, Sam McMurray, .
Where can I watch The Wizard online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Wizard is available.
Is The Wizard based on a true story?▼
It's more than a game...it's the chance of a lifetime.
What is the IMDb rating of The Wizard?▼
The Wizard has an IMDb rating of 6.029/10 based on 315 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Wizard?▼
The movie had a production budget of $6,000,000 and earned $14,278,900 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Wizard?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures, Finnegan/Pinchuk Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Wizard filmed?▼
The Wizard was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Wizard?▼
The total runtime of The Wizard is 100 minutes.
Is The Wizard suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Wizard?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Wizard.
Does The Wizard have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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