The Story of Magic

1997 - 1997

Centuries of Deception

7th December 1997

Episode 1

“Centuries of Deception” traces the roots of magic to the Egyptian empire of 249 B.C.

Mystery in America

9th December 1997

Episode 2

“Mystery in America” shows magic riding the crest of vaudeville. It also picks up with Harry Houdini, whom Jay pronounces “the world’s first superstar.” Besides all of the wondrous, death-defying stunt footage of the magic great, Houdini is singled out for his crusade against spiritualism and embracing of film.

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Ricky Jay

This four-hour historical documentary blends film footage, stills, literature and artifacts to paint a complex picture of the role that legerdemain has played down through the centuries.

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