A 1953 biographical film about the life of the magician and escapologist Harry Houdini, played by Tony Curtis, co-starring with then-wife Janet Leigh. George Marshall directs 'Houdini', a film based on the book Houdini by Harold Kellock. The spectacular but tragically short career of magician and illusionist Harry Houdini whose tricks defied explanation and safety. The film details a highly fictional account of Houdini's life. The film follows his most dangerous stunts and magic tricks along with his love Bess Houdini.