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10.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19291h 6mUnited States of America

Black Magic

“A romance of the South Seas-stripped to its stark core!”

Synopsis

On a South Seas island, "three white derelicts drink away memories of the past. After many adventures during which a girl enters the picture, the three are rehabilitated and everything turns out happily."

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 6, 1929

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
George B. Seitz
Screenplay & Story
Beulah Marie Dix, Katherine Hilliker
Original Title
Black Magic
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 6m
Production Studios
Fox Film Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

George B. Seitz

Screenplay & Story

Beulah Marie Dix, Katherine Hilliker

Director of Photography

Glen MacWilliams

Film Editing

Katherine Hilliker

Department Leadership Roster

George B. Seitz

George B. Seitz

Director

Glen MacWilliams

Director of Photography

Katherine Hilliker

Katherine Hilliker

Editor

Beulah Marie Dix

Beulah Marie Dix

Writer

Katherine Hilliker

Katherine Hilliker

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Black Magic.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Magic

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Black Magic about?

On a South Seas island, "three white derelicts drink away memories of the past. After many adventures during which a girl enters the picture, the three are rehabilitated and everything turns out happily."

Who directed Black Magic?

Black Magic was directed by George B. Seitz.

Who stars in Black Magic?

The principal cast of Black Magic includes Josephine Dunn, Earle Foxe, John Holland, Henry B. Walthall, Dorothy Jordan.

When was Black Magic released and how long is it?

Black Magic was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.