The Prestige (2006)
The Prestige is streaming in the UK on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
The verdict
The Prestige landed among the stronger English films of its release window. It carries an 8.2/10 on TMDB across 18,166 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 130 minutes. In the UK you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 2h 10m on it?
2h 10m of English drama, leaning mystery, not one for younger kids. That score holds across 18,166 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 8.2/10 across 18,166 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you want plot momentum over character work
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 10m |
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Mystery |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Christopher Nolan
Cast
Where to watch in the UK
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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