The Great Houdinis (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1976, The Great Houdinis is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by Melville Shavelson, running about 96 minutes. “A supernatural man. A supernatural love.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A biography of the renowned escape artist Harry Houdini, examining his fascination with the occult and his promise to his wife on her deathbed that he would speak from the beyond.
Who’s in it. The Great Houdinis stars Paul Michael Glaser as Harry Houdini, Sally Struthers as Bess Houdini, Ruth Gordon as Cecilia Weiss and Vivian Vance as Minnie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Great Houdinis has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Houdinis page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Houdinis tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Houdinis (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Houdinis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Houdinis worth watching?
- The Great Houdinis holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great Houdinis?
- The Great Houdinis stars Paul Michael Glaser, Sally Struthers, Ruth Gordon, Vivian Vance and Adrienne Barbeau.
- When was The Great Houdinis released?
- The Great Houdinis was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.