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Young Harry Houdini

19872hJames Orr

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This biographical movie depicts the youth of the magician Harry Houdini (1874 - 1926). As a boy his name was Eric Weiss and his father wanted him to become a locksmith. But he ran away and joined the traveling show of Dr. Grimaldi, where he learned the tricks of a magician and a little mystery from his Indian assistant, too.

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What is Young Harry Houdini (1987) about?

This biographical movie depicts the youth of the magician Harry Houdini (1874 - 1926). As a boy his name was Eric Weiss and his father wanted him to become a locksmith. But he ran away and joined the traveling show of Dr. Grimaldi, where he learned the tricks of a magician and a little mystery from his Indian assistant, too.

Who stars in Young Harry Houdini?

Young Harry Houdini stars Wil Wheaton (Ehrich Weiss / Young Harry Houdini), Jeffrey DeMunn (Adult Harry Houdini), Kerri Green (Calpernia), Barry Corbin (Elmore), Roy Dotrice (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle). The film was directed by James Orr.

How long is Young Harry Houdini?

Young Harry Houdini has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1987.

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