Set in the late 19th century, the film follows aspiring magician Don Gallico (Vincent Price) as he becomes embroiled in a conflict with his boss, Mr. Ormond (Donald Randolph), over the ownership of his illusions. When the feud turns deadly, Gallico resorts to great lengths to cover his misdeeds and preserve his status as Gallico the Great.
Audio commentary with film historians Kevin Lyons and Jonathan Rigby (2020)
Three-Dimensional Magic (2020, 15 mins): appreciation of The Mad Magician and the 3D filmmakingboom of the 1950's by cinematographer Frank Passingham (Kubo and the Two Strings') and archivist Tom Vincent, presented in 3D and 2D
Super 8 versions (16 mins, sound; and 7 mins, silent): two cut-down home cinema presentations in anaglyphic 3D
Two short films starring the Three Stooges: Spooks! (1953) and Pardon My Backfire (1953), presented in 3D and 2D
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