Harry Houdini (played by Tony Curtis) is a protagonist in Houdini.
Young carnival performer who evolves into a world-famous escape artist. He marries Bess, works as a lock tester, and perfects tricks like straitjacket and safe escapes. He publicly debunks supernatural claims, performs daring stunts including a near-fatal river escape, and ultimately dies during the water torture trick. Otto (played by Torin Thatcher) appears in Houdini.
Former assistant to the reclusive magician Von Schweger. After Schweger's death, he seeks Harry's secrets and becomes Harry's traveling assistant in New York. He witnesses Harry's struggles and breaks the water torture tank glass to revive him during the final performance. Harry's Mother (played by Angela Clarke) appears in Houdini.
Lives with the newlyweds in their early marriage. Her death coincides with Harry hearing her voice calling him to safety during an underwater escape. Her memory drives Harry's later spiritual seances and public crusade against fraudulent mediums.
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Characters
Harry Houdini
(played by Tony Curtis) — protagonist
Young carnival performer who evolves into a world-famous escape artist. He marries Bess, works as a lock tester, and perfects tricks like straitjacket and safe escapes. He publicly debunks supernatura...
Otto
(played by Torin Thatcher) — supporting
Former assistant to the reclusive magician Von Schweger. After Schweger's death, he seeks Harry's secrets and becomes Harry's traveling assistant in New York. He witnesses Harry's struggles and breaks...
Harry's Mother
(played by Angela Clarke) — supporting
Lives with the newlyweds in their early marriage. Her death coincides with Harry hearing her voice calling him to safety during an underwater escape. Her memory drives Harry's later spiritual seances...
Key Relationships
Harry's Mother → Harry Houdini
(mother)
Otto → Harry's Mother
(Social Distant Acquaintance)
Harry Houdini → Otto
(Professional Assistant)
Harry Houdini → Harry's Mother
(Family Mother)
Story Analysis
Chronicles the life and career of the legendary escapologist.
