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Hustlers, Hoaxsters, Pranksters, Jokesters and Ricky Jay

Hustlers, Hoaxsters, Pranksters, Jokesters and Ricky Jay

1996•50m•8.0/10
Documentary

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A documentary about the life and work of sleight-of-hand artist Ricky Jay, with appearances by Ricky Jay, David Mamet and Steve Martin.

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Ricky Jay

Ricky Jay

Frank Marshall

Frank Marshall

David Mamet

David Mamet

Steve Martin

Steve Martin

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