The Magic Christian
1969, English. Directed by Joseph McGrath.
The Magic Christian is: antiestablishmentarian, antibellum, antitrust, antiseptic, antibiotic, antisocial & antipasto.
Sir Guy Grand, the richest man in the world, adopts a homeless man, Youngman. Together, they set out to prove that anyone--and anything--can be bought.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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- Joseph McGrathDirector
- Peter SellersSir Guy Grand KG, KC, CBE
- Ringo StarrYoungman Grand, Esq.
- Isabel JeansDame Agnes Grand
- Caroline BlakistonHon. Esther Grand
- Wilfrid Hyde-WhiteCaptain Reginald K. Klaus
- Spike MilliganTraffic Warden
- John CleeseDirector in Sotheby's
- Richard AttenboroughOxford Coach
- John Le MesurierSir John
- Raquel WelchPriestess of the Whip
- Roman PolanskiSolitary Drinker
- Leonard FreyLaurence Faggot
Details
- Released
- 12 December 1969
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Joseph McGrath, Terry Southern
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What The Magic Christian is based on
The Magic Christian is based on The Magic Christian, a 1959 novel by Terry Southern, published by Random House.
Novel · 1959
The Magic Christian
By Terry Southern
Published by Random House
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The Magic Christian: quick answers
Is The Magic Christian worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 52 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Magic Christian?
The Magic Christian runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Magic Christian have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Magic Christian. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Magic Christian parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Magic Christian is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Magic Christian on?
The Magic Christian isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Magic Christian?
If you liked The Magic Christian, try The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical, The Mouse That Roared.
Who directed The Magic Christian?
The Magic Christian (1969) was directed by Joseph McGrath and stars Peter Sellers, Ringo Starr, Isabel Jeans.
What is The Magic Christian based on?
The Magic Christian is based on The Magic Christian, a 1959 novel by Terry Southern, published by Random House.