Gambler's Ballad: The Legend of Johnny Thompson (2018)

Directed by Emery Emery39mDocumentary

Penn and Teller hired Johnny Thompson to consult on their magic show as soon as the duo began their career and Johnny has been with them ever since. "Gambler's Ballad" follows Penn and Johnny's progress as Thompson teaches Penn his signature card act. Numerous well known figures from the magic world reminisce and wax philosophic about the unparalleled knowledge and profound influence Johnny Thompson has had on their own careers as well as the history and current state of the art of magic.

Year
2018
Country
US
Language
English
Release date
2 April 2018
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8.7 (3)
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Teller
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James Randi
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