--- product_id: 27710227 title: "American Experience: Houdini" price: "₱49757" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/27710227-american-experience-houdini store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # American Experience: Houdini **Price:** ₱49757 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** American Experience: Houdini - **How much does it cost?** ₱49757 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/27710227-american-experience-houdini) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Wrapped in chains and encased in a crate, magician Harry Houdini was dropped into New York's icy East River. Horrified onlookers watched him emerge, unharmed, less than 60 second later. Easily the world's most famous escape artist, Houdini mesmerized audiences with astonishing acts of magic such as the Water Torture Cell. A circus performer turned gifted artist, Houdini confronted humanity's greatest fears: entrapment, pain, and death. Review: One of the better Houdini documentaries - This PBS American Experience documentary was first broadcast on January 24, 2000, and until now has only been available on VHS. Hosted by David McCullough, this very good hour long doc includes interviews with David Copperfield, James Randi, Ken Silverman, E.L. Doctorow, Dorothy Young, and even artist Al Hirschman, who knew Houdini and talks about being invited to punch him in the stomach in his dressing room (and "hurting my hand"). One thing I really like about this particular doc is it doesn't fall into the familiar narrative trap of transitioning from his mother's death to his anti-spiritualist crusade, thereby lopping out 10 years of his life and his entire movie career. This documentary tracks his career very accurately. This doc also features several unpublished photos, including a shot of Houdini standing in his Milk Can in handcuffs that I've never seen anywhere else. It also ends with wonderful footage of Harry and his wife Bess kissing and hugging outside a theater. I recommend this documentary to seasoned Houdini buffs and anyone who might be curious to learn more about the great "master mystifier." Review: Biographical History of a Brilliant Showman - I know some about Harry Houdini, but I always love coming across a well researched piece to help my understand more. This is such a piece. Well produced to both entertain and inform. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005DJ7B1Y | | Actors | Al Hirschfeld, David Copperfield, E.L. Doctorow, Mandy Patinkin | | Aspect Ratio | 1.33:1 | | Best Sellers Rank | #187,091 in Movies & TV ( See Top 100 in Movies & TV ) #6,462 in Documentary (Movies & TV) #8,337 in Special Interests (Movies & TV) | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (24) | | Director | Beth Tierney, Nancy Porter | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item model number | 21170811 | | MPAA rating | NR (Not Rated) | | Media Format | Color, Multiple Formats, NTSC | | Number of discs | 1 | | Producers | Beth Tierney, Nancy Porter | | Product Dimensions | 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.4 ounces | | Release date | October 4, 2011 | | Run time | 1 hour | | Studio | PBS (Direct) | | Subtitles: | English | ## Product Details - **Contributor:** Al Hirschfeld, Beth Tierney, David Copperfield, E.L. Doctorow, Mandy Patinkin, Nancy Porter - **Format:** Color, Multiple Formats, NTSC - **Genre:** Special Interests - **Language:** English - **Number Of Discs:** 1 ## Images ![American Experience: Houdini - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81kToGi29CL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the better Houdini documentaries *by J***X on October 16, 2011* This PBS American Experience documentary was first broadcast on January 24, 2000, and until now has only been available on VHS. Hosted by David McCullough, this very good hour long doc includes interviews with David Copperfield, James Randi, Ken Silverman, E.L. Doctorow, Dorothy Young, and even artist Al Hirschman, who knew Houdini and talks about being invited to punch him in the stomach in his dressing room (and "hurting my hand"). One thing I really like about this particular doc is it doesn't fall into the familiar narrative trap of transitioning from his mother's death to his anti-spiritualist crusade, thereby lopping out 10 years of his life and his entire movie career. This documentary tracks his career very accurately. This doc also features several unpublished photos, including a shot of Houdini standing in his Milk Can in handcuffs that I've never seen anywhere else. It also ends with wonderful footage of Harry and his wife Bess kissing and hugging outside a theater. I recommend this documentary to seasoned Houdini buffs and anyone who might be curious to learn more about the great "master mystifier." ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Biographical History of a Brilliant Showman *by R***. on November 5, 2021* I know some about Harry Houdini, but I always love coming across a well researched piece to help my understand more. This is such a piece. Well produced to both entertain and inform. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful documentary. I bought it for my 95 old ... *by E***I on June 23, 2015* Wonderful documentary. I bought it for my 95 old father and he loved the music. The history facts were too much for him but I was pleased to learn so much from Houdini. What a character! A true star. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/27710227-american-experience-houdini](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/27710227-american-experience-houdini) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*