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The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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The Incredible Burt Wonderstone is a 2013 comedy starring Steve Buscemi, Jim Carrey and Alan Arkin. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $27.4 million worldwide on a $30 million budget. Critics gave it 37% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.

IMDb rating
5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes
37%
worldwide gross
$27.4M
budget
$30M
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The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Genre
Comedy
Original language
English
Budget
$30M
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is The Incredible Burt Wonderstone About?

The premise of The Incredible Burt Wonderstone without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In Las Vegas, legendary magicians Burt Wonderstone and Anton Marvelton find their dominance threatened by a young, innovative street magician. Their once-unbreakable partnership begins to crumble as they struggle to regain their popularity and relevance. Facing obsolescence, Burt and Anton must find a way to reconnect and rediscover the magic that made them famous, or risk losing everything.

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • elvis presley character
  • slapstick comedy
  • woman changes clothes
  • woman wears a gas mask
  • magician
  • vegas
  • magic
  • magic kit
  • gas mask
  • stage magician
  • retirement
  • sex in bed
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  • kissing while having sex
  • condom
  • passionate kiss
  • hiding under a bed
  • puppy
  • ice sculpture
  • birthday party
  • rabbit
  • walking over hot coals
  • bare chested male
  • building demolition
  • male in a bathtub
  • broken ankle
  • broken rib
  • falling on another person
  • pants pulled down
  • autographed baseball
  • newton's cradle
  • massage
  • stitching own wound
  • queen of hearts
  • punched in the face
  • card trick
  • one dollar bill
  • hundred dollar bill
  • blonde wig
  • sword
  • letterman jacket
  • bally's las vegas
  • flash forward
  • allergy medicine
  • asthma medicine
  • testosterone
  • lincoln head cent
  • how to video
  • bully
  • chocolate cake
  • cake mix
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Cast & crew

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone Cast

Steve Buscemi leads the cast, with Jim Carrey and Alan Arkin.

Also Starring in The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

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Ratings

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Incredible Burt Wonderstone 37% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.

Plot

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone Plot Summary

What happens in The Incredible Burt Wonderstone from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As Albert Weinselstein celebrates his birthday in 1982, his mother’s thoughtful present—a comprehensive magic trick set from the renowned illusionist Rance Holloway—sets in motion a series of events that would redefine his future. Dedicating himself to mastering the art, young Albert teams up with his classmate Anthony Mertz, and together they transform into the iconic duo known as Burt Wonderstone and Anton Marvelton. Their spectacular performances captivate audiences in Las Vegas, earning them a ten-year headlining spot at the illustrious Bally’s Hotel. However, the indulgent lifestyle and Burt’s swelling ego begin to undermine their partnership, causing a string of female assistants—remarkably all named “Nicole”—to depart in frustration. In a fit of desperation, Burt hastily recruits production assistant Jane, further straining Anton’s resolve.

Full summary

The whole story of The Incredible Burt Wonderstone, scene by scene

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Box office

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone Box Office & Budget

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone grossed $27.4 million worldwide on a $30 million budget, 91% of what it cost. $22.5 million came from the US and Canada and $4.9 million (18%) from the rest of the world.

2013 box office

Worldwide gross

$27.4M

91% of its budget back

US & Canada
$22.5M
International
$4.9M
Budget
$30M
US & Canada 82% Rest of the world 18%
Videos

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone Trailers & Videos

7 videos: 2 trailers, 4 clips and 1 featurette.

All 7 videos
Official Trailer 1
  • Trailer Official UK Trailer
  • Clip The Competition
  • Clip Extended Clip
  • Clip Clash of the Magicians
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Incredible Burt Wonderstone?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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What gift did Burt receive on his birthday that changed his life?

Cars

Cars in The Incredible Burt Wonderstone

13 cars on screen, including the 1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van and the 2010 Chevrolet Impala.

All 13 cars
  • 1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van in The Incredible Burt Wonderstone 1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van Minor role
  • 2010 Chevrolet Impala in The Incredible Burt Wonderstone 2010 Chevrolet Impala Minor role
  • 2010 Toyota Prius III in The Incredible Burt Wonderstone 2010 Toyota Prius III Minor role
  • 1973 Chevrolet C-10 in The Incredible Burt Wonderstone 1973 Chevrolet C-10 Background role
Details

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone Also Known As

25 alternative titles, including “超级魔术师” and “名魔生死鬥”.

Also known as
  • 超级魔术师
  • 名魔生死鬥
  • 인크레더블 버트 원더스톤
  • L'Incroyable Burt Wonderstone
  • Невероятный Бёрт Уандерстоун
  • Der unglaubliche Burt Wonderstone
  • İnanılmaz Sihirbazlar
  • Niewiarygodny Burt Wonderstone
  • O Incrível Burt
  • Ο Απίστευτος Μπαρτ Γουόντερστοουν
  • A fantasztikus Burt Wonderstone
  • Kouzelníci
+13 more
  • El increíble Burt Wonderstone
  • ศึกเวทย์มนต์ป่วนลาสเวกัส
  • L'incredibile Burt Wonderstone
  • בארט וונדרסטון המופלא
  • Kúzelníci
  • O Incrível Mágico Burt Wonderstone
  • 俺たちスーパーマジシャン
  • Феноменалният Бърт Уондърстоун
  • Nuostabusis Bertas Vonderstounas
  • Nevjerojatni Burt Wonderstone
  • Неймовірний Барт Вандерстоун
  • Incredibilul Burt Wonderstone
  • Невероватни Берт Вондерстоун

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FAQ

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Incredible Burt Wonderstone, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Incredible Burt Wonderstone?

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was The Incredible Burt Wonderstone released?

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone was released on March 15, 2013.

Who is in the cast of The Incredible Burt Wonderstone?

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone stars Steve Buscemi, Jim Carrey and Alan Arkin, among 9 credited actors.

How much did The Incredible Burt Wonderstone make at the box office?

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone grossed $27.4 million worldwide ($22.5 million domestic, $4.9 million international) on a budget of $30 million.

How is The Incredible Burt Wonderstone rated?

The Incredible Burt Wonderstone has 5.9/10 on IMDb, 37% on Rotten Tomatoes, 57% on TMDB and 2.5/5 on Letterboxd.

Does The Incredible Burt Wonderstone have a post-credit scene?

Yes. The Incredible Burt Wonderstone has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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