Death Defying Acts
2007, English. Directed by Gillian Armstrong.
Love is inescapable
On a tour of Britain in 1926, Harry Houdini enters into a passionate affair with a psychic out to con the famous magician.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Gillian ArmstrongDirector
- Catherine Zeta-JonesMary McGarvie
- Guy PearceHarry Houdini
- Timothy SpallSugarman
- Saoirse RonanBenji McGarvie
- Malcolm ShieldsLeith Romeo
- Leni HarperLeith Romeo's wife
- Ralph RiachMr. Robertson
- Olivia DarnleyFlower Stall Seller
- Anthony O'DonnellOily Librarian
- Billy McCollMcTavish
- James HolmesUgly Mug
- Melanie HarrisRose
Details
- Released
- 13 September 2007
- Country
- Australia, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Tony Grisoni, Brian Ward
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $8.4M
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Death Defying Acts: quick answers
Is Death Defying Acts worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 291 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Death Defying Acts?
Death Defying Acts runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Death Defying Acts have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Death Defying Acts. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Death Defying Acts parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Death Defying Acts is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Death Defying Acts on?
Death Defying Acts isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Death Defying Acts?
If you liked Death Defying Acts, try The Man Who Cried, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, Breathe.
Who directed Death Defying Acts?
Death Defying Acts (2007) was directed by Gillian Armstrong and stars Catherine Zeta-Jones, Guy Pearce, Timothy Spall.