The Magic of Belle Isle

1h 49m · 2012 · Directed by Rob Reiner · 3.1 / 5 on Letterboxd

The Magic of Belle Isle (2012) runs 1h 49m, directed by Rob Reiner. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

In an effort to tap into his original talent, a wheelchair-bound author moves to a rural town, where he befriends a single mother and her three kids, who help reignite his passion for writing.

Genres: Drama, Comedy

Where to watch: Netflix, Prime Video (US, checked 9 July 2026)