Early TV Magic Collection: Vintage Pioneer Magicians & Classic Routines | Instant Download
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- Over 4 hours 56 minutes of rare, vintage early TV magic performances.
- Features legendary pioneer magicians: Blackstone Sr., The Magic Lady, Mandrake, and more.
- Digitally enhanced footage and optimized sound for superior viewing quality.
- Instant digital download provides immediate access to invaluable magic history.
- Study classic illusions and legendary showmanship from television’s formative years.

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Discover the Golden Age of Magic on Television
Step back in time with the Early TV Magic Collection, an exclusive instant download offering a deep dive into the pioneering era of magic on television. This meticulously curated collection brings together rare broadcasts and never-before-seen footage, showcasing the foundational acts that shaped magic entertainment.
Over 4 Hours 56 Minutes of Unforgettable Performances
Gain instant access to nearly five hours of invaluable footage, digitally enhanced and with optimized sound for an unparalleled viewing experience. The content is logically organized into three distinct digital volumes, providing a comprehensive journey through vintage magic.
Featured Legends & Iconic Routines
This collection is a treasure trove for magic historians, performers, and enthusiasts, preserving the artistry of some of the most influential magicians in television history.
Blackstone Sr.: The Master Showman
Witness the legendary Blackstone Sr. in extensive archival videos, demonstrating his commanding showmanship and warm humor. This collection features his top pieces that established him as a star for forty years, including both black-and-white and rare color footage, offering the best compilation of his television appearances ever assembled.
Gerrie Larsen: The Magic Lady
Experience the enchanting world of Gerrie Larsen’s ‘The Magic Lady,’ a pioneering series from the 1950s that introduced feminine magic within a surreal fairytale setting. Her delightful presence fills seven episodes, including the elaborate pilot, highlighting her unique contribution to television magic.
The Magic Matinee: Hidden Gems of Early TV
Explore ‘The Magic Matinee,’ preserving an array of little-known shows from a period when television was experimenting with new variety formats. This volume includes:
- Mandrake the Magician: A pilot starring magic performer Coe Norton.
- The Great Merlini: Based on Clayton Rawson’s detective novels, featuring a number of intriguing magic effects.
- Mr. Magic: Lighthearted performances with Norman Jensen and J.J.
- Fun with Felix: Classic old-style television magic.
- You Can Do It, Too: Engaging and informative early magic broadcasts.
Technical Specifications & Instant Access
This comprehensive collection, created in collaboration with magic film historian William McIlhany, has been digitally enhanced for superior quality. With a total running time of approximately 4 hours and 56 minutes, you can instantly download and access these historic performances anytime, anywhere. Perfect for studying classic illusions, understanding vintage showmanship, and enjoying the magic that defined a generation.
Product Specifications
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Step Back in Time with the Early TV Magic Collection
Dive into the golden era of television with the Early TV Magic Collection by Various Artists. This exclusive instant download offers a nostalgic journey through the pioneering days of TV, featuring a curated selection of shows that defined a generation.
What’s Inside the Collection?
- Iconic Episodes: Relive the moments that changed television forever.
- Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Discover the stories behind your favorite shows.
- Rare Footage: Experience television like never before with exclusive content that’s hard to find anywhere else.
Perfect for historians, collectors, and anyone who cherishes the roots of modern entertainment, this collection is a must-have addition to your digital library. Access your favorite classics anytime, anywhere, with just a click.
Don’t miss the chance to own a piece of television history. Download now and bring the magic of early TV into your home today!
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Early TV Magic Collection by Various ( Instant Download )
Pioneer Magicians in Rare Broadcasts on Three DVDs!
- Over five hours of footage
- Three DVDs for optimum viewing quality
- The best collection of Blackstone Sr. footage ever assembled with all his classic routines
- Vintage television magic shows including The Magic Lady, The Great Merlini, Mandrake, Mr. Magic, Fun with Felix, and more
This fun and informative collection presents rare footage of magic in television’s early years, full of great illusions to study and vintage shows to enjoy. The set opens with extensive archival videos of Blackstone Sr. with his commanding showmanship and warm humor as he presents his top pieces that made him a star for forty years. You’ll see him in television and live footage in both black-and-white and rare color footage.
Gerrie Larsen’s The Magic Lady brought 1950s audiences her pioneering feminine magic in a surreal fairytale setting. Her delightful presence fills seven episodes here, including the elaborate pilot.
The third volume, The Magic Matinee, preserves an array of little-known shows from a time when television explored new variety possibilities. The two mystery crime programs opening the Matinee feature a number of magic effects: pilots for Mandrake the Magician starring magic performer Coe Norton and The Great Merlini, based on Clayton Rawson’s detective novels. Then you’ll have fun watching the lighthearted and old-style television of little-known shows Mr. Magic with Norman Jensen and J.J., Fun with Felix, and You Can Do It, Too.
This three-DVD set has been created in collaboration with magic film historian William McIlhany, now with digitally enhancement and optimized sound.
Disc One Running Time Approximately 1hr 39min
Disc Two Running Time Approximately 1hr 49min
Disc Three Running Time Approximately 1hr 28min
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