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The Magnet (1950) · Cineora

The Magnet poster

A CHARLES FREND FILM

The Magnet

19501h 19mMovie

Comedy

IMDb6.8/ 10 · 673 votes

THE STORY

A classic Ealing comedy in which a young boy steals a magnet and becomes a hero.

Funny
Feel-good
Cozy
Growing up
School

Pace: Brisk
Intensity: Gentle
Complexity: Easy watch

Good for family night, kids, a comfort rewatch and a quick watch.

DirectorCharles Frend

FormatFeature film

TMDB6.4 / 10

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The people behind the story

Top cast

Stephen MurrayDr Brent

Kay WalshMrs Brent

James FoxJohnny Brent

Meredith EdwardsHarper

Gladys HensonNanny

Thora HirdNanny's friend

Michael BrookeKit

Wylie WatsonPickering

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