Doug Henning's World of Magic

1975 - 1982

Doug Henning's World Of Magic

26th December 1975

Episode 1

Hosted by Bill Cosby and Gene Kelly, the special was the top rated show for the evening, with a reported 50 million viewers, making it the highest-rated magic special of all time. The show also won the Christopher Award for outstanding achievement.

Doug Henning's World of Magic 2

2nd December 1976

Episode 2

Doug Henning's second live magic show spectacular hosted by Michael Landon. Guest stars Joey Heatherton and former Guinness World Record holder, card throwing expert, Ricky Jay. Includes Henning's 'vanishing elephant' illusion.

Doug Henning's World Of Magic 3

3rd December 1977

Episode 3

The third live magic show from Doug Henning, hosted by Glen Campbell. Sandy Duncan guest stars. Includes Henning's 'walking through a solid brick wall' illusion.

Doug Henning's World Of Magic 7

14th February 1982

Episode 7

Guest stars Billy Crystal, Bruce Jenner, Orson Welles, Ann Jillian, Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders.

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Doug Henning's World of Magic was the first of seven annual prime-time television specials starring magician Doug Henning, which aired live on NBC Friday, December 26, 1975. Bill Cosby was the show's special guest, along with Gene Kelly (who introduced the special) and musical guest Lori Lieberman.

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