Set in London around the turn of the 20th century, The Prestige (2006) is a film starring Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, and Michael Caine. Also appearing. The Prestige is a 2006 British-American mystery thriller film directed by Christopher Nolan from a screenplay adapted by his brother Jonathan from Christopher Priest. The Prestige is a 1995 novel by British writer Christopher Priest. The novel tells the story of a prolonged feud between two stage magicians in late 1800s England. Amazon.com: The Prestige: Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Scarlett Johansson, David Bowie, Rebecca Hall, Andy Serkis, Piper Perabo, Christopher Nolan. Desperate to reveal each other's secrets, two rival magicians begin to perform increasingly risky tricks -- which soon turn deadly. Watch trailers & learn more. In 1878, two young stage magicians clash in a darkened salon during the course of a fraudulent seance. From this moment on, their lives become webs of deceit and. What do you believe? Is there a deeper twist at the end of The Prestige that we aren't seeing? Or did Christopher Nolan leave his cards on the table this time, for. The Prestige has 14,609 ratings and 1,601 reviews. Bradley said: Really amazing. I thought I knew the real story based on the movie, but I was WRONG.I. After a tragic accident two stage magicians engage in a battle to create the ultimate illusion whilst sacrificing everything they have to outwit the other. Successfully reach Prestige level 1, rank 50 and be recognized for your valor by the leaders of the Alliance. In the Artifact Achievements category.