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Season 1 – Magic City: An American Fantasy

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A five-part docuseries that unveils the untold stories behind Atlanta's most influential Black cultural hub; dive deep into the legacy of Magic City - where fantasy and reality collide.

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Judy Berman TIME Magazine Sep 2
What makes the series so compelling is the way it centers the voices of dancers past and present, emphasizing the agency, artistry, and impossibly high standards of their occupation. Go to Full Review Aramide Tinubu Variety Aug 15
Though overly stylized at times, the series is never dull. Boasting a wealth of information and a zippy pace, “Magic City: An American Fantasy” makes for an absorbing watch. Go to Full Review Joel Keller Decider Aug 18
Magic City: An American Fantasy is a fun look at a club that was integral to making Atlanta one of the country’s most desirable and diverse cities. Go to Full Review Christopher Campbell Nonfics (Substack) Aug 15
Magic City: An American Fantasy is about more than just a popular place to look at naked women. It taught me more about the history and culture of Atlanta over the last 50 years than anything else in my dozen or so years residing in Georgia (ITP and OTP). Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Aug 15, 2025 Welcome to Atlanta "Magic City: An American Fantasy" begins by immersing viewers in the club's allure; before the club, there was the man - Michael Barney, a natural hustler, he was so gifted that people started calling him Mr. Magic. Details Episode 2 Aired Aug 22, 2025 Whoomp! There It Is Magic City became the epicenter of entertainment, drawing legendary celebrities before and during their rise to superstardom; the secret sauce was Mr. Magic's vision; he demanded that his club have the best of everything. Details Episode 3 Aired Aug 29, 2025 Three, Six, Nine, Damn She Fine With Mr. Magic in prison, the schemers played, Magic City spiraled into lawlessness as DJs, bartenders, and dancers ran their own side hustles, each believing they were bigger than the club. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 5, 2025 Trap or Die The notorious Black Mafia Family drug cartel sets up shop in Magic City; thus begins the "Make It Rain" era of the club, promising more money (and violence) than ever before. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 12, 2025 TonyMontanaTonyMontanaTonyMontana As Mr. Magic clung to his legacy, his son Lil Magic stepped in, and legend Gigi Maguire redefined polework; Grayer than when he began, Mr. Magic prepares to pass the torch, backed by decades of triumph and reinvention. Details

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Magic City: An American Fantasy — Season 1

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Season Info

Network
STARZ
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date
Aug 15, 2025