What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe Sound of Magic
Ha Il-kwon · Series · 2022
If you loved The Sound of Magic, start with The Hand of God (Paolo Sorrentino, 2021) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 films and 2 podcasts, each matched to The Sound of Magic across media.
If you were moved by The Sound of Magic, you will appreciate these stories that balance harsh reality with transformative wonder.
Books on the same thread
Harry Potter
J.K. Rowling · Book
Shares 2 threads with The Sound of Magic: coming-of-age, magical realism.
Much like the protagonist in The Sound of Magic, this hero discovers that belief in the impossible provides a necessary escape from his difficult and lonely upbringing.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
J. K. Rowling · Book · 1997
Shares a thread with The Sound of Magic: Self-Discovery.
You will recognize the resonance of a young person finding their voice through magic, mirroring the central coming-of-age journey found within The Sound of Magic.
A Wizard of Earthsea
Ursula K. Le Guin · Book · 2012
Shares a thread with The Sound of Magic: self-discovery.
This narrative mirrors the focus on identity and growth in The Sound of Magic, showing how an apprentice must reconcile their internal struggles with newfound magical power.
Goodbye, Eri
Tatsuki Fujimoto · Book
Shares a thread with The Sound of Magic: magical realism.
This story echoes the themes of grief and memory central to The Sound of Magic, using a mysterious connection to help a young person navigate their painful reality.
Films on the same thread
The Hand of God
Paolo Sorrentino · Film · 2021
Shares a thread with The Sound of Magic: Escapism.
The Sound of Magic explores finding purpose amidst hardship, a theme this film captures beautifully as a teenager uses the power of art to escape his difficult life.
Castaway on the Moon
Lee Hae-jun · Film · 2009
Shares a thread with The Sound of Magic: Self-Discovery.
This film captures the same sense of isolation and social struggle found in The Sound of Magic, depicting a character who finds a strange, new world within his own.
Shoplifters
Hirokazu Kore-eda · Film · 2018
Explores: Chosen Family, Poverty, Child Neglect.
Fans of The Sound of Magic will connect with the way this story examines the beauty and struggle of a chosen family living on society's fragile, invisible edges.
Suzume
Makoto Shinkai · Film · 2022
Explores: Grief and Loss, Environmentalism, Fate vs. Free Will.
Like The Sound of Magic, this film uses magical realism to process deep personal loss, following a young person on an emotional journey to restore balance to their world.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Truth
The Truth · Podcast · 2026
Explores: human condition, experimental storytelling, moral ambiguity.
These cinematic audio stories mirror the immersive, atmospheric storytelling of The Sound of Magic, inviting you to explore the human condition through a lens of wonder and mystery.
K's DRAMA
Podcast
Explores: Korean culture, Television analysis, Entertainment industry.
Deepen your appreciation for the emotional depth of The Sound of Magic by exploring the cultural context and industry craft that make such poignant Korean dramas possible.
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Common questions
Is The Sound of Magic based on a book?
The Sound of Magic is a 2022 television series based on the webtoon created by Ha Il-kwon. It follows an enigmatic magician who brings wonder into the life of a high school student facing difficult real-world challenges.
What is the premise of The Sound of Magic?
The Sound of Magic centers on an enigmatic magician residing in an abandoned amusement park. He encounters a high school student struggling with the harsh realities of her life and introduces her to the transformative power of magic.
Who created the story for The Sound of Magic?
The Sound of Magic is based on the work of creator Ha Il-kwon. The 2022 television series adaptation depicts the interaction between an enigmatic magician living in an abandoned amusement park and a high school student burdened by her circumstances.
Where does the story of The Sound of Magic take place?
The Sound of Magic is primarily set in an abandoned amusement park. This is where the main character, an enigmatic magician, meets a high school student who is struggling with the pressures of her daily life.