Magical River (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1946, Magical River is a comedy, fantasy and drama film directed by Václav Krška, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Leopold Kohák married a rich widow a long time ago and now has nothing to do compared to his energetic wife. He's growing old and troubled by the fact that he betrayed his first love Emča and his beloved river Sázava where he spent his childhood and youth. A visit from an old friend Lebeda brings it all back to him. After a nervous breakdown Leopold secretly visits his home instead of going to the spa. A wandering tramp suggest Leopold should bathe in the magical waters of the Sázava, and slowly his youth returns to him.
Who’s in it. Magical River stars František Hanus as Leopold Kohák, Růžena Šlemrová as Aňutka, Evelyna Kinská as Helena and Svatopluk Beneš as Korejnil, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Magical River has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Magical River page.
If you liked it. Fans of Magical River tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Magical River (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Magical River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Magical River worth watching?
- Magical River holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Magical River?
- Magical River stars František Hanus, Růžena Šlemrová, Evelyna Kinská, Svatopluk Beneš and František Vnouček.
- When was Magical River released?
- Magical River was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.