Magic City (2012)
A sun-soaked period crime drama where Miami glamour meets mob menace in the shadow of the Cuban Revolution.
Magic City - Series Information
- Original Title: Magic City
- First Air Year: 2012
- Last Air Year: 2013
- Created by: Mitch Glazer
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 50 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 16
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: March 30, 2012 (United States - TV-MA), March 30, 2012 (United Kingdom - 18), March 30, 2012 (Brazil - 18)
- Networks: STARZ
- Alternative Titles: Волшебный город (RU)
- Production Companies: South Beach Productions, Media Talent Group
- Production Countries: United States of America
Magic City - Plot
Set in 1959 Miami, Florida shortly after the Cuban Revolution, Magic City tells the story of Ike Evans, the owner of Miami's most glamorous hotel, the Miramar Playa. Evans is forced to make an ill-fated deal with Miami mob boss Ben Diamond to ensure the success of his glitzy establishment.
Magic City - Trailer
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The beautiful life is about to get ugly.
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Magic City - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Mitch Glazer
Main Cast
- Jeffrey Dean Morgan
- Olga Kurylenko
- Steven Strait
- Jessica Marais
- Christian Cooke
- Elena Satine
- Dominik Garcia
- Danny Huston
- Taylor Blackwell
- Noa Lindberg
Writers
- Mitch Glazer
- Lawrence Konner
Executive Producers
- Geyer Kosinski
- Mitch Glazer
Magic City - FAQs
Where can you stream Magic City online?
Magic City is available to stream on Starz, including through the Starz Amazon Channel, Starz Apple TV Channel, and Starz Roku Premium Channel. It can also be streamed on Philo and Spectrum On Demand, watched for free with ads on The Roku Channel and Amazon Prime Video, or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
Why was Magic City cancelled after two seasons?
Starz cancelled Magic City in 2013 after two seasons, citing viewership numbers that didn't meet the network's renewal threshold. Despite a dedicated fan base and critical appreciation for its lush production design and performances, the show never broke through to mainstream audiences, making a third season financially untenable for the premium cable network.
Who are the main actors in Magic City?
Magic City stars Jeffrey Dean Morgan as hotel owner Ike Evans and Danny Huston as menacing mob boss Ben Diamond. The cast also includes Olga Kurylenko, Steven Strait, Jessica Marais, Christian Cooke, Elena Satine, Dominik Garcia, Taylor Blackwell, and Noa Lindberg.
Is Magic City based on a true story?
Magic City is not based on a single true story, but creator Mitch Glazer drew heavily from the real history of 1950s Miami — a city where glamour, organized crime, and the fallout from the Cuban Revolution genuinely collided. The Miramar Playa hotel is fictional, though it mirrors the opulent resort culture that defined the era.
Did Magic City have a satisfying ending?
Magic City's Season 2 finale left many storylines unresolved, as the show was cancelled shortly after it aired. Mitch Glazer had planned a third season to wrap up the narrative, so the ending feels more like a cliffhanger than a true conclusion — a frustrating reality for fans who invested in Ike Evans' world.
How many seasons and episodes does Magic City have?
Magic City ran for two seasons on Starz, with eight episodes each, totalling 16 episodes. Season 1 aired in 2012 and Season 2 followed in 2013, before the network decided not to continue the series.
When did Magic City first air?
Magic City premiered on March 30, 2012, on Starz in the United States. The same date marked its debut in the United Kingdom and Brazil as well, giving the series a simultaneous international launch across multiple markets.
What are some shows similar to Magic City?
Fans of Magic City often enjoy MobLand, Law & Order: Organized Crime, and We Own This City for their crime and power dynamics. For period drama with similar atmosphere, Palm Royale and The Gold are strong picks. Dexter: Original Sin and The Penguin also scratch that stylish crime itch.
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