Young Harry Houdini
Synopsis
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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Wil Wheaton
Ehrich Weiss / Young Harry Houdini
Jeffrey DeMunn
Adult Harry Houdini
Kerri Green
Calpernia
Barry Corbin
Elmore
Roy Dotrice
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
J. Reuben Silverbird
John Parker
José Ferrer
Dr. Tybalt Grimaldi
Rossie Harris
Theo
Phillip Brock
Wesley
Michael Alldredge
Yardbull
Sean McClory
Sean O'Casey
Lee de Broux
Marshall
Rita Zohar
Mrs. Weiss
J.C. Quinn
Slats
Mike Pniewski
Large Miner
Mark Lonow
Assistant
Byrne Piven
Rabbi Weiss
Tony Becker
Albert
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 14, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Orr
- Screenplay & Story
- Jim Cruickshank, James Orr
- Original Title
- Young Harry Houdini
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Orr
Jim Cruickshank, James Orr
Department Leadership Roster
James Orr
Director
Jim Cruickshank
Writer
James Orr
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Young Harry Houdini
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What is Young Harry Houdini 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 directed Young Harry Houdini?
Young Harry Houdini was directed by James Orr.
Who stars in Young Harry Houdini?
The principal cast of Young Harry Houdini includes Wil Wheaton, Jeffrey DeMunn, Kerri Green, Barry Corbin, Roy Dotrice.
When was Young Harry Houdini released and how long is it?
Young Harry Houdini was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.