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The Prince of Magicians
The Prince of Magicians

The Prince of Magicians

Genres

FantasyComedy

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A magician does tricks with the aid of his assistant, the Human Pump.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

French

Runtime

2 mins

Rating

6.3/10

Release Date

22 June 1901

Country

France

Cast

Georges Méliès

Georges Méliès

Excelsior

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