The Mysterious Magician
1964, German. Directed by Alfred Vohrer.
The sister of a famous, but as yet uncaught, criminal named "The Hexer" is murdered. Inspector Higgins of Scotland Yard believes that "The Hexer" will surface to take his revenge on his sister's killers, and plans to set a trap to finally capture him. However, soon bodies start piling up, and it looks as if "The Hexer" may get away yet again.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 57 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Alfred VohrerDirector
- Joachim FuchsbergerInspector Bryan Edgar Higgins
- Heinz DracheJames W. Wesby
- Sophie HardyElise
- Siegfried LowitzInspector Warren / Henry Arthur Milton
- Margot TroogerCora Ann Milton
- Siegfried SchürenbergSir John
- Eddi ArentFinch
- Carl LangeReverend Hopkins
- Jochen BrockmannMaurice Messer
- Karl JohnShelby
- Kurt WaitzmannReddingwood
- René DeltgenHenry Arthur 'Der Hexer' Milton
Details
- Released
- 21 August 1964
- Original title
- Der Hexer
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Herbert Reinecker, Harald G. Petersson
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What The Mysterious Magician is based on
The Mysterious Magician is adapted from a novel.
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The Mysterious Magician: quick answers
What comes after The Mysterious Magician?
Next in the series: Again the Ringer (1965).
Is The Mysterious Magician worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 57 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Mysterious Magician?
The Mysterious Magician runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does The Mysterious Magician have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Mysterious Magician. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Mysterious Magician parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Mysterious Magician yet.
Which OTT platform is The Mysterious Magician on?
The Mysterious Magician isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Mysterious Magician?
If you liked The Mysterious Magician, try Family Plot, Indemnity, Hostile Takeover.
Who directed The Mysterious Magician?
The Mysterious Magician (1964) was directed by Alfred Vohrer and stars Joachim Fuchsberger, Heinz Drache, Sophie Hardy.
What is The Mysterious Magician based on?
The Mysterious Magician is adapted from a novel.