The Amazing Johnathan Documentary (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary is a 2019 documentary starring Benjamin Berman, The Amazing Johnathan and Eric André. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $27,682 worldwide. Critics gave it 80% on Rotten Tomatoes and 52 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Hulu
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Amazing Johnathan Documentary About?
The premise of The Amazing Johnathan Documentary without spoilers.
Filmmaker Benjamin Berman chronicles the farewell tour of the enigmatic magician The Amazing Johnathan, delving into his career and the world of illusion. As the tour progresses, the documentary explores the blurred lines between reality and illusion, prompting questions about the magician's persona and the art of deception. The film examines the nature of magic and the secrets behind the elaborate performances.
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- journey
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary Cast
Benjamin Berman leads the cast, with The Amazing Johnathan and Eric André.
- Benjamin Berman as themselves
- The Amazing Johnathan as themselves
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Eric André as themselves -
Judy Gold as themselves
Also Starring in The Amazing Johnathan Documentary
· 10 more- Penn Jillette Themselves
- Max Maven Themselves
- Weird Al Yankovic
- Carrot Top
- Jon Mugar Themselves
- Anastasia Synn Themselves
- Chadd Smith Themselves
- Doreen Szeles Themselves
- Scott 'Carrot Top' Thompson Themselves
- Simon Chinn Themselves
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Amazing Johnathan Documentary 80% on Rotten Tomatoes and 52 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 58/100, strongest in art & craft (66) and weakest in character & emotion (45).
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, the film’s strength lies in its inventive approach to meta-narrative and its unpredictable shifts, but it struggles with uneven consistency and occasional superficial depth. Reviews highlight a dynamic blend of entertaining sleight-of-hand and frustrating tricks, with some praising the energetic conceit while others criticize the lack of a coherent through-line and character focus. The mixture of engaging twists and repetitive gimmicks yields an experience that feels lively at moments yet fails to sustain momentum. This leads to a broadly mixed impression.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 66
In terms of art and craft, the film demonstrates a spirited directorial style with inventive editing and visual playfulness. Several comments note the fresh approach to production design and cinematography, praising the lively compositional choices. However, some critiques describe occasional reliance on gimmicky visuals and audio techniques. Overall, the craft feels energetic but inconsistent.
- Character & Emotion 45
When it comes to character and emotion, responses emphasize an underdeveloped portrait that hinges on gimmick rather than depth. Observations note a lack of nuanced exploration of the subject’s inner life and uneven emotional payoffs. A few viewers appreciate the candid moments and honest self-exposure, but the overall portrayal lacks sustained resonance. The result is a mixed emotional connection.
- Story & Flow 61
In terms of story and flow, the film earns praise for its unpredictable structure and inventive meta-narrative twists. Several critics and viewers celebrate the constant surprises and brisk pacing, while others find the plot slippery and disjointed. Repetitive devices and inconsistent focus on the central figure can disrupt engagement. Ultimately, the narrative oscillates between compelling intrigue and frustrating ambiguity, producing a moderately uneven progression.
- Sensory Experience 65
When it comes to sensory experience, the documentary delivers an engaging soundtrack and kinetic sound design that complement its trippy visuals. Many highlight the vibrant color choices and spirited editing rhythms. Yet some references to overused music cues and familiar audio-visual clichés diminish impact. Overall, the sensory elements provide memorable moments but occasionally lapse into predictability.
- Rewatch Factor 54
In terms of rewatch factor, the film’s unpredictable turns and playful conceits offer the potential for repeated viewings. Enthusiasts note that its sleight-of-hand can reveal new layers on a second watch. However, uneven depth and reliance on gimmicks may weaken lasting appeal. As a result, replay value remains moderate but not compelling for all.
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IMDb 6.5 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 80% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 55%
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Metacritic 52 Metascore
User score 7.1
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TMDB 61% User score
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Letterboxd 3.3 /5
3 ratings
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The Amazing Johnathan Documentary Box Office
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary grossed $27,682 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$27.7K
- International
- $27.7K
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer The Amazing Johnathan Documentary - Official Trailer
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Untitled Amazing Johnathan Documentary” and “The Amazing Johnathan Documentaire”.
- Also known as
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- Untitled Amazing Johnathan Documentary
- The Amazing Johnathan Documentaire
- 神奇乔纳森的纪录片
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Movies Like The Amazing Johnathan Documentary
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Amazing World of Psychic Phenomena, Deceptive Practices: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay and The Follow-Up.
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The Amazing World of Psychic Phenomena 1976 -
Deceptive Practices: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay 2013 -
The Follow-Up 2020 -
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Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who 2007 -
The John Cena Experience 2011 -
An Honest Liar 2015 -
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Daniel 2023 -
John & Jane 2005 -
M. C. Escher: Journey to Infinity 2018 -
Superhuman: The Invisible Made Visible 2020
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Amazing Johnathan Documentary, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Amazing Johnathan Documentary?
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was The Amazing Johnathan Documentary released?
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary was released on August 16, 2019.
Who is in the cast of The Amazing Johnathan Documentary?
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary stars Benjamin Berman, The Amazing Johnathan and Eric André, among 14 credited actors.
How much did The Amazing Johnathan Documentary make at the box office?
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary grossed $27,682 worldwide.
How is The Amazing Johnathan Documentary rated?
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary has 6.5/10 on IMDb, 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, 52 on Metacritic and 61% on TMDB.
Does The Amazing Johnathan Documentary have a post-credit scene?
No. The Amazing Johnathan Documentary has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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