Now You See Me
The closer you look, the less you’ll see.
2013 • 116 min • Thriller · Crime
Synopsis
An FBI agent and an Interpol detective track a team of illusionists who pull off bank heists during their performances and reward their audiences with the money.
Our family guide
Best from age 13- 83 Reviewers · 6 · 69%
- 73 Audience · 16972 · 31%
An FBI agent and an Interpol detective pursue a team of illusionists who execute daring bank heists during their magic shows, distributing the stolen money to their audiences. The chase spans continents, revealing a larger conspiracy behind their spectacular performances.
- Violence & peril
- 3/10
- Language
- 3/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 2/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 3/10
Heads up
- Moderate action violence with chases and confrontations, but not graphic.
- Some mild language and suggestive remarks.
- Characters consume alcohol in social settings.
What it models well
- Ingenuity and teamwork
- Justice and accountability
- Challenging perceptions
Talk about it after
- The difference between illusion and reality, and how easily we can be fooled.
- The concept of
- redistributive justice
- and whether the ends justify the means.
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Top billed cast
Director: Louis Leterrier • Crew: Edward Ricourt, Boaz Yakin, Edward Ricourt, Boaz Yakin, Ed Solomon
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Reviewer notes
Not recommendedRewatched in preparation for NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DON'T. Rating: C Rewatching NOW YOU SEE ME in anticipation of the third film leaves me standing firmly on the same mixed ground I occupied after my initial viewing. On the surface, the concept is fantastic, perfectly blending the spectacle of magic set pieces with the intricate plotting of a heist flick, promising a truly great and entertaining ride.…
RecommendedNow You See Me brings back the wonder of stage magic with a smartly crafted heist story led by the enigmatic Four Horsemen. The film builds each character’s background carefully, then layers intrigue through a slow-burning yet engaging conflict. With well-executed twists and a finale that surprises without confusing, the story remains cohesive and satisfying.…
RecommendedNow You See Me is a slick and entertaining heist thriller that blends magic with crime in a way that keeps you engaged from start to finish. The plot is well-paced, introducing its characters quickly but effectively, making sure each magician stands out with their own style. The mystery unfolds in a way that keeps you guessing, with some moments that feel genuinely clever and others that rely on misdirection.…
Recommended**Now You See Me is a fun genre-mash-up with a fresh new take for heist film fans.** You have seen magician movies like The Prestige and The Illusionist. You have seen heist films like Ocean's Eleven and The Italian Job. Now You See Me decides to combine the genres and make money disappear with a little Abra Kadabra.…
RecommendedTrusted family reviewersThe closer you think you are, the less you'll actually see. Now You See Me is directed by Louis Leterrier and collectively written by Ed Solomon, Boaz Yakin and Edward Ricourt. It stars Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, Mélanie Laurent, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and Michael Kelly. Music is by Brian Tyler and cinematography by Mitchell Amundsen and Larry Fong. An F.B.I.…
RecommendedTrusted family reviewersBest magical movie ever definitely my number two movie of all time number one being Armageddon.the four horsemen couldent have been played by better actors and actress.isla fisher is awesome.😃
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 7.3/10 (16,972)
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $75,000,000
- Box office
- $351,723,989
- Franchise
- Now You See Me Collection
- IMDb
- tt1670345
- Official site
- www.lionsgate.com
