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The Prestige (2006)

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The Prestige
PG-13
Drama
Mystery
Thriller

After a tragic accident, two stage magicians in 1890s London engage in a battle to create the ultimate illusion while sacrificing everything they have to outwit each other.

Release Date
October 20, 2006
Runtime
130 minutes
Writers
Jonathan Nolan , Christopher Nolan , Christopher Priest

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