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The Story of Magic has 1 season with 2 total episodes.

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No, The Story of Magic has ended. The series ran from 1997 to 1997.

Who stars in The Story of Magic?

The Story of Magic stars Ricky Jay.

TV Series

The Story of Magic

Name: The Story of Magic
Released: 1997-01-01
Cast: Ricky Jay

1997 - 1997

Ended

Seasons: 1

Episodes: 2

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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Seasons & Episodes

1. Centuries of Deception

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

12/7/1997

2. Mystery in America

“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.

12/9/1997

Cast

Ricky Jay

Host