The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013)
Director
Don Scardino
Main cast
Steve Carell; Jim Carrey; Steve Buscemi; Olivia Wilde; James Gandolfini
Genres
Comedy
Description
After breaking up with his longtime stage partner, a famous but jaded Vegas magician fights for relevance when a new, "hip" street magician appears on the scene.
Don Scardino
Main cast
Steve Carell; Jim Carrey; Steve Buscemi; Olivia Wilde; James Gandolfini
Genres
Comedy
Description
After breaking up with his longtime stage partner, a famous but jaded Vegas magician fights for relevance when a new, "hip" street magician appears on the scene.
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