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The Wizard

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.

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Wizard
  • Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Family
  • Release Date: 1989-12-15
  • Runtime: 100 minutes
  • Rating: 6/10 (316 votes)
  • Budget: $6,000,000
  • Revenue: $14,278,900
  • Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Finnegan/Pinchuk Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.5338
  • Languages: English, Italian

Cast & Crew

Luke Edwards

Luke Edwards

as Jimmy

Vince Trankina

Vince Trankina

as Tate

Wendy Phillips

Wendy Phillips

as Christine

Dea McAllister

Dea McAllister

as Counselor

Sam McMurray

Sam McMurray

as Bateman

Beau Bridges

Beau Bridges

as Sam

Fred Savage

Fred Savage

as Corey

Christian Slater

Christian Slater

as Nick

Will Seltzer

Will Seltzer

as Putnam

Roy Conrad

Roy Conrad

as Bus Clerk

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Wizard (1989) Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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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 6/10 based on 316 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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