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Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed (2008) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

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The Masked Magician returns to television to defy his fellow conjurers and disclose the tricks that have captivated audiences for centuries. Nowhere else has a magician dared to expose the secrets behind the world's most mystifying illusions.

TV-PG • 2008 • 1 season

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This series earns its TV-14 rating primarily for its depiction of intense, though simulated, acts of violence and peril presented as stage illusions. Many tricks involve the apparent sawing, impaling, crushing, or drowning of the magician or his assistants, which can be unsettling before the secrets are revealed. Parents should also be aware that the female magician's assistants consistently wear revealing, form-fitting outfits, such… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Val Valentino
Val Valentino
AC
Allie Cohen
Lyndsay Haldorson
Lyndsay Haldorson
SF
Samantha Faye Lee
Lauren Melendez
Lauren Melendez
Paige Peterson
Paige Peterson
Mitch Pileggi
Mitch Pileggi
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Is Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed appropriate for kids?

This series earns its TV-14 rating primarily for its depiction of intense, though simulated, acts of violence and peril presented as stage illusions. Many tricks involve the apparent sawing, impaling, crushing, or drowning of the magician or his assistants, which can be… Read more — free account

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Substances None 0/10
Language None 0/10
Sex/Nudity Mild 2/10
Violence/Gore Intense 10/10
Mature Themes Intense 8/10

Sex and nudity in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed

Some illusions feature female assistants in form-fitting outfits typical of stage magic, but there is no explicit or suggestive sexual content. The focus is always on the magic trick itself.

Violence and gore in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed

The show frequently features illusions that simulate various forms of violence or extreme peril, such as being 'cut in half' by a buzz saw, surviving a guillotine, being impaled, or escaping from dangerous restraints (e.g., steel drums, milk cans). These are clearly illusions and are followed by explanations, but the initial visual can be intense for some viewers. No actual violence occurs.

Language in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed

The series features no strong or offensive language. The narration is formal and focuses entirely on the technical aspects of the illusions.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed

Substance use is absent from this season. There are no depictions of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.

Mature themes in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed

The primary theme is the demystification of magic and exploration of deception as an art form. Illusions often touch on themes of confinement and escape, as well as overcoming seemingly impossible dangers. The show's core premise might challenge the belief in magic for younger viewers.

Scary moments in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Is Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. This series earns its TV-14 rating primarily for its depiction of intense, though simulated, acts of violence and peril presented as stage illusions. Many tricks involve the apparent sawing, impaling, crushing, or…

What age rating does Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed have?

Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed about?

This series earns its TV-14 rating primarily for its depiction of intense, though simulated, acts of violence and peril presented as stage illusions. Many tricks involve the apparent sawing, impaling, crushing, or drowning of the magician or his assistants, which can be unsettling before the secrets are revealed…

How many seasons does Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed have?

Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed.

How violent is Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed per our reviewers.

Is the language in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed.

What mature themes appear in Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Breaking the Magician's Code: Magic's Biggest Secrets Finally Revealed.

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