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Magic & Monsters

Magic & Monsters

20251h 29m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2025

Runtime

1h 29m

Storyline

Magic & Monsters uncovers a decades-old sexual abuse scandal at America's preeminent children's theater, following survivors who break their silence to hold both their perpetrators and the institution that harbored them accountable. Their quest for justice becomes a path to healing—not only for themselves, but for their entire community.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 29m
Nov 2, 2025
Digital Release
Apr 1, 2026
Languages
English
Director
Norah Shapiro
Norah Shapiro
Production
Flying Pieces Productions
Flying Pieces Productions
Production Countries
United States of America
Official Website

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