---
title: "The Incredible Burt Wonderstone"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-incredible-burt-wonderstone-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 124459
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-incredible-burt-wonderstone-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film is a comedy about a famous magician. The magician has been performing in a long-running show in Las Vegas, but his career is affected by the emergence of a new, trendy street magician. The famous magician has a long-standing partnership with another performer, but they have recently ended their collaboration. The new street magician's arrival in the city challenges the established magician's status and forces him to re-evaluate his career. The story revolves around the famous magician's attempts to regain his relevance in the competitive world of magic.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A famous Vegas magician fights for relevance against a hip new street magician."

### Why Watch
- Features a clash between competing magicians in Las Vegas
- Includes a cast of notable actors

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited detail provided in sources beyond the basic premise
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries a PG-13 rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, quirky, lighthearted

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Don Scardino
- **Networks / Studios**: New Line Cinema, Carousel, BenderSpink

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Steve Carell** as *Burt Wonderstone*
- **Steve Buscemi** as *Anton Marvelton*
- **Olivia Wilde** as *Jane*
- **Jim Carrey** as *Steve Gray*
- **James Gandolfini** as *Doug Munny*
- **Alan Arkin** as *Rance Holloway*
- **Jay Mohr** as *Rick the Implausible*
- **Michael Herbig** as *Lucius Belvedere*
- **Mason Cook** as *Young Burt*
- **Luke Vanek** as *Young Anton*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Incredible Burt Wonderstone released?
The film was released in the United States on March 15, 2013.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Don Scardino.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
It is an American comedy film.

### Q: Who are some of the main magicians featured in the story?
The story involves characters played by Steve Carell and Jim Carrey, as well as Anton Marvelton.

### Q: What is the runtime of the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes.

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