(1953)Directed by George Marshall106 minDrama, Romance, History

“His feats of magic were GREAT! The magic of their love was GREATER!”

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.

Tony Curtisas Harry Houdini

Janet Leighas Bess Houdini

Torin Thatcheras Otto

Angela Clarkeas Harry's Mother

Stefan Schnabelas German Prosecuting Attorney

Ian Wolfeas Malue

Sig Rumanas Schultz

Michael Pateas Dooley

Connie Gilchristas Mrs. Shultz

Malcolm Lee Beggsas British Jail Warden

Frank Orthas Mr. Hunter

Barry Bernardas Insp. Marlick

Douglas Spenceras Simms

LS Leslie Sketchleyas Audience Member

Joanne Gilbertas Girl

Daniel de Jongheas Desk Clerk (uncredited)

CF Charles Fogelas Official (uncredited)

JG Joe Gilbertas Restaurant Patron (uncredited)