

A British magic show and variety show that aired on BBC1 from 9 June 1979 to 18 June 1994. Daniels' assistant throughout the series was Debbie McGee, whom he married in 1988. At its peak in the 1980s, the show regularly attracted viewing figures of 15 million and was sold to 43 countries.
A British magic show and variety show that aired on BBC1 from 9 June 1979 to 18 June 1994. Daniels' assistant throughout the series was Debbie McGee, whom he married in 1988. At its peak in the 1980s, the show regularly attracted viewing figures of 15 million and was sold to 43 countries.
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Join Paul Daniels for the first of four special programmes in which television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own unusual fashion and introduces the remarkable skills of his guests: Illusio…
The second of four special programmes in which television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own unusual fashion and introduces the remarkable skills of his guests: Comedy mime George Carl, Ill…
The third of four special programmes in which television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own unusual fashion and introduces the remarkable skills of his guests: Illusionists The Morettis, Ju…
The last of four special programmes in which television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own unusual fashion and introduces the remarkable skills of his guests: Snooker champion Ray Reardon, …
The first of a new series of six programmes in which television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own unusual fashion and introduces guests with remarkable skills. The man with the super power…
Top American ventriloquist and puppeteer Shari Lewis, sensational German illusionist Hans Moretti, with his death-defying feat of catching a bullet.
From the Polish State Circus, The Koziaks with their astounding acrobatics, from Hollywood, illusionists Glenn Falkenstein and Frances Willard with their supernatural magic. Guest appearances by Mary …
TV's top comedy magic star introduces the lazy juggler Rob Murray the French puppet sensation Ioni. Guest appearances by Nelson Elliott and Professor Percy Press II. With THE PAUL DANIELS MAGIC SET.
Another programme in which television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own unusual fashion and introduces his guests: Illusionist Jeffery Atkins presenting the ' Radium Girl', Jugglers Teddy …
The last of the series in which television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own unusual fashion and introduces his guests: sensational German illusionist Hans Moretti in a death-defying escap…
The first of six programmes in which television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own special fashion and introduces his remarkable guests, Norman Barrett and his performing budgerigars, Boh R…
Television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own special fashion and introduces his remarkable guests: Rob Murray with his Human Billiard Table ', Karah Khavak and Company with their crocodile…
Television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own special fashion and introduces his remarkable guests: Hans Moretti with his death-defying 'Double Russian Roulette', Villanueva and Narai with …
Another programme in which television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own special fashion and introduces: the legendary ventriloquist Sefior Wences, the sensational balancing skills of Rogan…
Television's top comedy magic star entertains in his own special fashion and introduces his remarkable guests: Jeffery Atkins with his 'Spirit Paintings', Mike Carter with his 'World of Sounds', Los M…
The last programme of the present series in which he entertains in his own special fashion and introduces his remarkable guests: Reveen the Impossiblist with his Chess Magic, Mr Electric the magician …
Paul Daniels stars in the first of a new series of eight programmes in which he sets out to amuse and amaze with his own special talent and introduces the remarkable skills of his international guests…
In the second show of a new series, Paul Daniels sets out to amuse and amaze in his own special fashion and introduces the remarkable skills of his international guests: from Las Vegas, the record-bre…
Guests: from Austria, the superhuman strength of Markus, from Los Angeles, the magical mime of Tina Lenert.
Guests: from Austria, Eric Brenn, the fastest act in showbusiness, from San Francisco, Tom Noddy, blowing bubbles like you've never seen before.
From Germany, the celebrated showman illusionist Hans Moretti, from Las Vegas, the clown prince of magic Johnny Paul.
This week Paul Daniels re-creates the sensational act, Defying the Bullets, as performed by the legendary magician Chung Ling Soo, who was killed presenting the feat on stage at the Wood Green Empire …
Guests: from France, Jean-Claude with his upside-down football skills, Omar Pasha with his Arabian Nights fantasy.
The last of the present series in which Paul entertains in his own special fashion and introduces his international guests. From America Lance Burton, the current world champion of manipulation, and v…
Paul Daniels returns to Saturday night television with the first of a new series of magic, comedy and fun in which he re-creates for the first time on television 'The New Page', an illusion that grabb…
Another show of magic, comedy and fun in which he takes a trip in time to make a most unusual hotel reservation for a studio guest, and introduces from Switzerland, the remarkable ventriloquist Fred R…
Join Paul Daniels for another show of magic, comedy and fun in which he produces a very special rabbit from a hat and introduces his international guests with their remarkable skills. From Austria: th…
Join Paul Daniels for another show of magic, comedy and fun in which he presents for the first time on television The Puzzle of the Water Barrels, featuring his son, Martin Daniels , and introduces hi…
Join Paul Daniels for another show of magic, comedy and fun in which he explores the eerie world of the occult and 'things that go bump in the night' and introduces his international guests with their…
Join Paul Daniels for another show of magic, comedy and fun in which he plays magical cricket with special guest Fred Trueman and introduces his international guests with their remarkable skills. From…
Join Paul Daniels for another show of magic, comedy and fun in which he attempts to establish a world record for magic and introduces his international guests with their remarkable skills. From Norway…
With guests Alfredo, The Klementis and a special appearance by Rowland Emett.
Join Paul Daniels for the first of a new series of magic, comedy and audience participation, in which he enlists the assistance of a St Bernard dog, narrates a magical version of The Three Bears, and …
Another show of magic and comedy in which he offers a Rolls-Royce as a very special prize in the Bunco Booth and introduces his special guests. From Spain, Arturo Segura - breath taking performance on…
Another show of magic, comedy and audience participation, in which Paul invokes the aid of spirits in a most unusual game of Scrabble and introduces his special guests. From Switzerland, the renowned …
Join Paul Daniels for another show of magic, comedy and audience participation, in which - you have been warned - he re-creates the legend of Wild Bill Hickock and the Dead Man's Hand, and hopes to be…
Join Paul Daniels for another show of magic, comedy and audience participation in which he discovers a new method of egg production with hilarious results and introduces his special guests. From Spain…
Join Paul Daniels for another show of magic, comedy and audience participation in which he attempts an incredible triple box escape not performed since the heyday of the music hall, and introduces his…
This week Paul attempts the most sensational vanishing trick of his career and introduces his special guests from Germany: the celebrated showman illusionist Hans Moretti featuring a death-defying esc…
This week Paul demonstrates how a magician copes with an accident, takes things easy in a magical way for the last show of the series and introduces his special guests. From Great Britain Ron Dart pla…
In the first of ten programmes Paul Daniels inaugurates his travelling magic show and arrives at Longleat to perform magic fit for a stately home in the presence of the Marquess of Bath, and from Anti…
In this week's show Paul Daniels travels to Silverstone where, in a death-defying escape, he matches his life against the driving skills of three times World Motor Racing Champion Jackie Stewart. He a…
Will Paul Daniels track Nessie to her lair ? In the company of special guest Fulton Mackay, our intrepid magician travels to Loch Ness in an attempt to prove the existence of the most famous monster i…
Paul Daniels accompanies Anneka Rice to investigate witchcraft and things that go bump in the night in the appropriate settings of Glastonbury Tor and Wookey Hole. He also introduces, from America, hi…
This week Paul Daniels travels to Tintagel where he enlists the aid of Merlin to enact a special magical version of the legend of King Arthur. From the studio he introduces his remarkable guests: from…
In this week's show Paul travels to Bath and takes a trip back into history to celebrate the magic of hot air ballooning. He also introduces his special studio guests: from Hungary, legendary magician…
Join Paul Daniels for another show of comedy, magic and audience participation in which he makes a hilarious attempt to forecast the weather with special guest Ian McCaskill, welcomes back to the prog…
In this week's show Paul returns to Longleat to become the first magician in recorded history to present outdoors the full authentic version of the Indian rope trick, and from the studio introduces th…
Paul Daniels, in the company of his special guests Dame Vera Lynn and Wynford Vaughan Thomas, travels to the Cabinet War Rooms in Whitehall to present a special magic tribute to Sir Winston Churchill,…
Somewhere in England, Paul Daniels has hidden the most valuable, most special object imaginable. Will the studio audience, aided by special guest star Anneka Rice, be able to find it by the end of thi…
In the first of a new series Paul Daniels is joined by special guest star Lionel Jeffries on a magical journey to Sherwood Forest to explore the legend of 'Robin Hoodini '. He also introduces his rema…
In this week's show Paul Daniels persuades special guests Nick Ross and Sue Cook to take time off from Crimewatch to scrutinise the inaugural performance of his 'Human Pack of Cards' and goes ten-pin …
In this week's show, Paul Daniels goes down on the farm to discover 'Where Did the Ducks Go?' and pays tribute to the legendary mind-reader Maurice Fogel in 'Extra-sensory Deception'. He also introdu…
In this week's show Paul Daniels applies his conjuring skills to crime detection in 'Murder by Magic'. He also introduces his remarkable guests: from Germany, the dramatic showman illusionist, Hans Mo…
This week Paul Daniels braves the watery wastes of Lake Windermere, in the company of special guest David Vine , in an attempt to escape from being torn apart by two power boats piloted by 'The Fastes…
Paul Daniels travels into the space age to present his favourite illusion and performs the classical Chinese feat of the mysterious rice bowls. He also introduce! his remarkable guests: from Sweden, t…
In this week's show Paul Daniels goes to the Telecom Tower to conduct a spectacular experiment in thought-control, with links to nine BBC regions, and challenges ex-jockey Bob Champion to a horse race…
Paul Daniels delves into the repertoire of the Indian magician, demonstrates his talent in a most unusual manner and introduces his remarkable guests: from Germany, Bob Bramson with his hoop-rolling a…
Paul Daniels is taken aback as Debbie McGee tries to take over the show and pays tribute to master magician Robert Harbin with Experiment 13. He also introduces his remarkable guests: from America, br…
In the last of the present series, Paul Daniels travels to Blackpool Tower Circus to attempt the most dangerous escape of his career, in the company of ringmaster Norman Barrett and Sally Chipperfield…
In this week's show Paul Daniels finds an unexpected surprise with his grocery bill and, with help from American magician John Gaughan, recreates the mystery of Psycho, the card-playing automaton with…
Paul Daniels traces his family tree in an unusual manner and, with Johnny Morris and Bobby Roberts Jr, attempts to make an elephant disappear. His remarkable guests are the Shanghai Kunju Theatre from…
In this week's show Paul Daniels narrates a grisly tale of "orrible murder' and plays host to the Daniels Derby Silver Cup. He also introduces his remarkable guests: from Great Britain, Vince Bruce wi…
Paul Daniels travels to Devon to perform the most spectacular card trick of his career, in the presence of Arthur Marshall. He also introduces his remarkable guests: Cardini, the 'Suave Deceiver'; and…
In this week's show Paul Daniels uncovers his new patent spelling machine and helps magical colleague Alan Shaxon divide a girl into three pieces. He also introduces his other guests: from Great Brita…
In this week's show Paul travels to Blackpool Tower Circus to attempt the most dangerous escape of his career in the company of ringmaster Norman Barrett and Sally Chipperfield 's lions presented by J…
In this week's show Paul presents the mystery of the patriotic pom-poms and impersonates the famous Danish-American illusionist Dante in 'The Mystery of the Black and White Barrels'. He also introduce…
In this week's show Paul links up with the British Library Reading Room within the British Museum in the company of Lord Soper and Magnus Magnusson in order to predict a word in billions. He also intr…
In this week's show, the last in the current series, Paul travels to the seaside to present Debbie McGee and her new-found acrobatic skills, and to showcase the diverse juggling talents of Peter Davis…
Starring Paul Daniels, whose special guests include Rudy Coby and his strange magic, and from Las Vegas the sensational musical family Kentucky Country.
From China, the spectacular skills of the Meteors, and from Paris the elegant magic of Pierre Edernac. Special guest star Gloria Hunniford.
From Hawaii the hilarious Michael Marlin ; and from Taiwan the death-defying acrobatics of The Hsiung Brothers.
Special guests are Australia's superb adagio dancers Liz/Steve; and Britain's finest, Ray Alan with Lord Charles.
From America, the amazing skills of Johnny Fox ; and special guest Linford Christie.
With the superb trick cycling of Kid Lima and on the trapeze, the Ayak Brothers.
From Canada, the musical comedy of Les Foubrac and from England, the sensational Skating Willers.
The last show of the present series. His special guests will be the hilarious comedy jugglers Mr Adams and Mr Dandridge and the legendary Eartha Kitt.
Paul gets to grips with Dem Bones, turns water into wine and introduces you to his psychic car. Special guests: Barry McGuigan, the award-winning trapeze act Mouvance from Canada, and from Las Vegas, …
Join Paul tonight when he welcomes you with a glass of champagne, shows you the fun of his fair and leaves you with '0' such an amazing illusion. Special guests: the magical Bubble Man from Switzerlan…
Special guests are the South American gaucho act Los Huincas and from California, the magic of Kevin James.
Join Paul as he shows the secrets of his lightweight box and presents the new 'Cecil' award. His guests are comedian Les Bubb, the amazing contortionist Rudolphe Delmonte direct from America's Ringlin…
Special guests are the American skate-boarding duo Diane and Primo, and the Canadian tightrope walkers Agathe and Antoine.
Tonight Paul presents one of the fastest illusions ever, conjures up a gourmet meal and attempts a razor sharp finale. Special guests are from Italy, the balancing skills of the Nicolodis; and from th…
Guests are: from America, the snooker table wizard Gene Catron ; Barbara and Spencer, the most incredible adagio act in the world; and Buster Merryfield from Only Fools and Horses.
Paul's special guests on the last show in the current series are: from New York, Rudy Coby brings his strange magic, plus the Paul Daniels British Freestyle BMX Team.
Tonight Paul Daniels starts his new series with a 'big bang' and lands himself in quite a 'pickle', while Debbie McGee almost loses her head. Special guests are Las Vegas's favourite family, the Ashto…
Tonight Paul Daniels attempts to take a camel 'through the eye of a needle'. His special guests are America's fantastic basketball-playing unicyclists, the King Charles Troupe.
Tonight Paul goes gardening in a magical greenhouse and takes a trip back to his childhood nursery. His special guests are the amazing Marghonas from Germany and Licassi and Siegel, comic talents from…
Tonight Paul Daniels presents a brand new 'game show' and Debbie McGee will attempt to read somebody's mind. His special guests are Swedish magician, Johnny Lonn and juggler Laci Endresz Jr.
Tonight Paul Daniels takes a look back at the 'swing' era, presents his own special 'race meeting' and is, as always, back in the 'hot seat'.
Tonight Paul Daniels puts on his 'thinking cap' when he invites viewers to join him in his world of mystery and magic. His special guest is Uno Lanka, who demonstrates his amazing music and balancing …
Paul Daniels has more magical fun tonight, when his special guest is the amazing Denny Dent from America.
Tonight Paul Daniels enters the magical world of opera with a little help from his friend, composer/conductor Carl Davis, and presents a spectacular new version of an illusion that is beyond belief. A…
In the last show of the present series, Paul Daniels presents the biggest illusion he has ever attempted. His special guests are Paul Gascoigne, Peter Shilton and Jon Pertwee. Also appearing are adagi…
The master magician returns with more mirth and mystery. Tonight, Paul invites viewers to take part in the show. All that is required is a pen or pencil, a jam jar and some long grain rice. His guests…
Once again, Paul presents his special brand of comedy, magic and drama when he attempts to escape from a solid air-tight box. Viewers are also invited to join in the fun. All that's needed is a tumble…
Tonight, you can take part by using just a six-inch-square piece of thin paper. Plus from Japan, the magic of Fukai and the amazing Sanada, who has turned the skill of fanning cards into an art form.
As always Paul invites you to join him for his special brand of magic and mystery. Have some fun at home when he shows you a trick using two cups and a balloon. Special guests tonight are Mike Michael…
This week, there is a stone-age theme as Paul presents another magical comedy showcase. He is joined by John Inman (Mr Humphries in BBC1's Friday night comedy Grace and Favour), and viewers are invit…
Tonight, magician and entertainer Paul Daniels introduces Wittus Witt, from Germany, with part of his superb antique magic collection. Plus, how to perform a party trick using two 2p pieces, one 5p pi…
Tonight, magician and entertainer Paul Daniels gets his audience all tied up in knots and Debbie McGee demonstrates her astounding mind reading skills from an airfield 12 miles away from the studio. T…
Special guests are the amazing Gina Althoff from Germany and the hilarious Ali Bongo from Pongolia.
In the last of the present series, Paul Daniels tries to answer one of the world's great mysteries. Viewers can also join in the fun using a £10 note and three wine glasses. His special guests are jug…
Paul Daniels presents some more magical illusions and introduces speciality acts from around the world. Tonight his guests are aerial acrobat Nyoka from Mexico, French comedy magician Philippe Socrate…
Tonight's guests are Red Ryder from Texas and the Hassani Troupe from Morocco. In the weekly "card sharp" spot is Darwin Ortiz of the USA.
Tonight's guests are singer Jess Conrad, Kathy Staff (Nora Batty in Last of the Summer Wine) and Swiss cycling duo Anja and Adrian. In the weekly "card sharp" spot is London's Michael Vincent.
Guests are diarist Nigel Dempster, card magician Rene Lavand from Venezuela, Marie Perry from the USA and Great Britain's Mearns and Durham.
Some more magical illusions and speciality acts from around the world. Tonight the contents of the sealed box that Nigel Dempster took away with him last week is revealed. This week's guests are Lady …
Some more magical illusions from Paul Daniels, and speciality acts from around the world including Germany's superstars of balance, the Liazeed, and from France "master cardician" Philippe Socrate. Fe…
Magical illusions and speciality acts from around the world. With card star Darwin Ortiz from the USA, magician Michael Vincent from England, and from Japan, the top-spinning Koma Zuru. With Debbie Mc…
This week, living body sculpture from Canada's outstanding balancing act Vis Versa, Swedish card star Lennart Green, a ghost story, and bobbins that mysteriously change colour. With Martin Daniels.
For the last of the series, there is a special "open-air" illusion, and from Germany, the Bauers Troupe of sensational aerialists.
Television's master magician returns promising to take people "beyond belief". He is assisted by Debbie McGee and his special guest this week is Sielu, a chief from Samoa.
Appearing tonight with the master magician is one of the USA's finest card manipulators Richard Turner, and from Germany the hilarious Otto Wessely.
Tonight's special guests are French magician Bernard Bilis, and from Samoa, Sielu and his troupe of fire dancers.
More mystery and illusion with the magic man. Tonight, his special guests are the Pellegrini Brothers from Italy, Carlos Vaquera from Spain, and the Flying Narvas trapeze troupe.
Tonight's special guests are English magician Stephen Tucker, contortionists Cirque du Soleil from Canada, the Great Thompsoni from America, and for the first time on television, Freddie the fearless …
This week's special guests are juggler Zabalotny from Moscow and magician Norm Nielsen from Las Vegas. Plus the answer to last week's puzzle and a trip to the magical bar the Pig and Whistle.
Special guests are South American hand-shadow magician Sonny Fontana, Ukrainian clown Marchievsky, and French magician Bernard Bilis. Paul also reveals the answer to last week's puzzle and takes you b…
Featuring Russian circus stars Ivanov, Texan card sharp Richard Turner and the "Bubble Man" Tom Noddy.
To mark the last show in the present series, television's master magician offers one lucky member of his studio audience the chance to win a dream prize. The special guests are "Thing" from the Addams…