Death Defying Acts (2007)
On a tour of Britain in 1926, Harry Houdini enters into a passionate affair with a psychic out to con the famous magician.
Top billed cast
Catherine Zeta-JonesMary McGarvie
Guy PearceHarry Houdini
Timothy SpallSugarman
Saoirse RonanBenji McGarvie
Malcolm ShieldsLeith Romeo
Leni HarperLeith Romeo's wife
Ralph RiachMr. Robertson
Olivia DarnleyFlower Stall Seller
Anthony O'DonnellOily Librarian- Billy McCollMcTavish
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