A Preview of ‘Criss Angel’s Magic with the Stars’

Written by John Edward Betancourt

It is definitely safe to say that Criss Angel is a big reason why magic is still popular in this day and age. Simply because he found a way to make magic relevant and fun again through his incredible acts of illusion. In fact, they are so good, it’s afforded him opportunities time and time again to showcase the wonder of magic to the masses, so it should come as no surprise that Criss is about to enjoy his own television show revolving around his iconic and unique talents.
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For tomorrow night will see the debut of Criss Angel’s Magic with the Stars on the CW. Wherein Criss will teach others, celebrities specifically, the art of magic and see how well they execute his teachings in front of a panel of judges. Which should make for an entertaining and wild ride and well, to give you an idea of how much fun this show is going to be, we have some delightful clips and a superteaser to share with you… alongside some details about the show, courtesy of the CW.

‘In each episode of CRISS ANGEL’S MAGIC WITH THE STARS, two celebrities train with Criss and learn his award-winning, revolutionary magic to compete and create a mind-blowing series of magic performances. The celebrity competitors are tasked with mastering three major categories of magic which they perform in front of a panel of three judges. In each episode, the highest-scoring celebrity will win the coveted Golden Wand. The series is filmed on the AMYSTIKA stage in the Criss Angel Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino Las Vegas. The show is produced by Criss Angel Studios, executive produced by Criss Angel, Dave Baram, Erich Recker and co-executive produced by Peter Hebri.

The judging panel will be made up of “the number one magician on the planet” (Las Vegas Sun), Criss Angel (Criss Angel MINDFREAK, AMYSTIKA, RAW), Emmy® Award-winning comedian Loni Love (E! News) and master magician Lance Burton, and the show will be hosted by acclaimed comedian and actor Eddie Griffin (Undercover Brother, A Star is Born).

Celebrity guests slated to compete in Season 1 of CRISS ANGEL’S MAGIC WITH THE STARS include model Cynthia Bailey (The Real Housewives of Atlanta), actor Brec Bassinger (DC’s Stargirl), actor Michael Ian Black (Wet Hot American Summer), actor Corbin Bleu (High School Musical), actor Miles Brown (Black-ish), choreographer Maksim Chmerkovskiy (Dancing With the Stars), four-time UFC Champion Randy Couture, former NFL tight end Vernon Davis, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Flavor Flav, singer-songwriter Debbie Gibson, R&B singer Ginuwine, Olympic athlete Lolo Jones, two-time UFC Champion Frank Mir, actor Frankie Muniz (Malcolm in the Middle), R&B singer Omarion, singer and performer Donny Osmond (Donny & Marie), pop singer Jeff Timmons (98 Degrees), actor Matt Walsh (Veep) and Olympic figure skaters Johnny Weir and gold medalist Tara Lipinski.

WHERE: Airing on the CW Network on Saturdays, and available on the CW digital platforms on Sundays.

WHEN: Premiering Saturday, October 22, 2022 at 8pm ET/PT’

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The Supertease Trailer

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