: Directed by Louis Leterrier ( The Transporter ), the film is packed with kinetic energy, sweeping camera work, and flashy visual effects.
The 2013 original, Now You See Me (2013) - IMDb , launched a franchise that has grown significantly: Now You See Me -2013-2013
★★★½ (3.5/5) Watch if you like: The Prestige , Ocean’s Eleven , Sherlock Holmes (2009) Where to stream (as of 2025): Available on Hulu, Amazon Prime (rental), and Disney+ (in select regions). : Directed by Louis Leterrier ( The Transporter
Louis Leterrier, known for action-packed directing, brought a slick, music-video aesthetic to the film. The camera moves constantly, mimicking the fast hands of a magician. The camera moves constantly, mimicking the fast hands
The story kicks off with a jaw-dropping public illusion: during a Las Vegas show, the Horsemen seemingly rob a bank in Paris, showering the audience with euros from the ceiling. In reality, they have framed a corrupt insurance magnate, Arthur Tressler (Michael Caine), and diverted millions to audience members. This attracts the attention of FBI Special Agent Dylan Rhodes (Mark Ruffalo) and INTERPOL detective Alma Dray (Mélanie Laurent).