Movie Magic MQ5-45 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B0BBD3, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lilac Macchiato from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B0BBD3 · MQ5-45
Movie Magic
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Movie Magic in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Movie Magic in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMovie Magic
Nearly identical
ValsparLilac Macchiato
Lilac Macchiato
Valspar
Nearly identical
Salted Lavender
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Antwerp Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Oriental Iris
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hush Lilac
Kilz
Very similar
Prim Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Genevieve
Vista Paint
Very similar
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Movie Magic
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Movie Magic
#B0BBD3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Movie Magic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Movie Magic Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Movie Magic.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Movie Magic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Movie Magic have?
Movie Magic by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Movie Magic in your own space before committing.
What colors match Movie Magic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Movie Magic are Lilac Macchiato by Valspar (a near-identical match), Salted Lavender by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Antwerp Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Movie Magic's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Movie Magic?
Movie Magic has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Movie Magic's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.