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Houdini

1953 · 106 min Drama Romance History
6.5 / 10 · TMDB

By the early 1900s, the extraordinary Houdini earned an international reputation for his theatrical tricks and daring feats of extrication from shackles, ropes, handcuffs and... Scotland Yard's jails.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1953
Country United States of America
Genre Drama, Romance, History
Director George Marshall
Runtime 106 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.5/10 (74 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

This 1953 biopic delves into the personal drive behind the public legend, with Tony Curtis capturing Houdini's relentless pursuit of the impossible. The film balances spectacular escapes with a poignant romantic storyline, offering a glimpse into the man behind the mystique.

What lingers after the final act is a reflection on the cost of genius and the thin line between performer and performance. It's a classic Hollywood tribute to an icon of perseverance. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: George Marshall

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A cozy evening watch to appreciate the period details and dramatic tension.

🎭 Cast

Tony Curtis

Tony Curtis

Harry Houdini

Janet Leigh

Janet Leigh

Bess Houdini

Torin Thatcher

Torin Thatcher

Otto

Angela Clarke

Angela Clarke

Harry's Mother

Stefan Schnabel

Stefan Schnabel

German Prosecuting Attorney

Ian Wolfe

Ian Wolfe

Malue

Sig Ruman

Sig Ruman

Schultz

Michael Pate

Michael Pate

Dooley

Connie Gilchrist

Connie Gilchrist

Mrs. Shultz

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Malcolm Lee Beggs

British Jail Warden

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