Black Magic (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1975, Black Magic is a fantasy and horror film directed by Ho Meng-Hua, running about 95 minutes. “Those who did not believe in the voodoo curse never lived to tell!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A magician makes money by charging people to cast love spells on the objects of their affection. Complications arise when he decides that he wants a customer's bride for himself.
Who’s in it. Black Magic stars Ti Lung as Xu Nuo, Lo Lieh as Liang Chia Chieh, Tanny Tien-Ni as Luo Yin and Lily Li as Wang Chu Ying, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Black Magic has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Magic page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Magic tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Magic (1975)?
- In US, Black Magic is available to stream on Philo, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Black Magic worth watching?
- Black Magic holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Magic?
- Black Magic stars Ti Lung, Lo Lieh, Tanny Tien-Ni, Lily Li and Ku Feng.
- When was Black Magic released?
- Black Magic was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.