The Prestige (Film)

The Prestige (2006) is a mystery thriller directed by Christopher Nolan, based on Christopher Priest’s 1995 novel, about two rival stage magicians in Victorian London competing to create the ultimate teleportation illusion. The film stars Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale, alongside Michael Caine, Scarlett Johansson, Rebecca Hall, Andy Serkis, and David Bowie as inventor Nikola Tesla. Released in October 2006, it received generally positive reviews for its performances, production design, and intricate storytelling, earning $109 million worldwide on a $40 million budget.