"The Magic Christian" is a 1969 British comedy film directed by Joseph McGrath. It stars Peter Sellers as Sir Guy Grand, a wealthy eccentric who seeks to demonstrate the absurdity of human behavior. He adopts a young man, played by Ringo Starr, and together they embark on a series of outrageous pranks to expose the greed and hypocrisy of society. The film is based on the novel by Terry Southern and features a variety of cameos from notable actors, including Richard Attenborough and John Cleese. Its satirical approach critiques materialism and the lengths people will go to for money, making it a unique commentary on 1960s culture.