# The Prestige (2006) — Celluloid fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/movies/the-prestige-2006/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-23

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 84% |
| Critic Score | 87% |
| Audience Score | 89% |
| Metascore | 81/100 |
| Letterboxd | 4/5 |
| IMDb | 8.5/10 |
| Director | Christopher Nolan |
| Genres | Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction |
| Runtime | 130 min |

## Quick answer

The Prestige (2006) earns a 84% Celluloid Score — Recommended. IMDb Top 250 #42 (8.5/10) — The Prestige remains one of the most highly rated films of all time. Metascore 81/100. Directed by Christopher Nolan.

## Critics consensus

IMDb Top 250 #42 (8.5/10) — The Prestige remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.

## Synopsis

A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and deadly consequences.

## Cast

Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Piper Perabo, Rebecca Hall, Scarlett Johansson, Samantha Mahurin, David Bowie, Andy Serkis, Daniel Davis

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Common questions

**Is The Prestige worth watching?**
The Prestige holds a 84% Celluloid Score. IMDb Top 250 #42 (8.5/10) — The Prestige remains one of the most highly rated films of all time.

**What is The Prestige about?**
A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and deadly consequences.

**Who directed The Prestige?**
The Prestige (2006) was directed by Christopher Nolan.

**What is the Celluloid Score of The Prestige?**
84% — the average of five public sources: critics 87%, audience 89%, Metascore 81/100, Letterboxd 4/5, and IMDb 8.5/10.

**Where can I watch The Prestige?**
Streaming availability varies by region — see the The Prestige page for current options.

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