Justin Willman

Justin Willman is a magician, comedian, producer, and television personality recognized for blending illusion and comedy. Willman's introduction to magic began at age 12 after a bicycle accident resulted in two broken arms; his orthopedic surgeon suggested learning card tricks as a form of physical therapy to restore hand dexterity. He later refined his performance skills through theater and comedy training at Emerson College, which contributed to his unique approach to live entertainment and magic.

A Critics' Choice nominee, Willman premiered the six-episode Netflix series "Magic for Humans," where he explores American subcultures through street magic and social experiments. The show became one of Netflix's most streamed series, with clips amassing over 150 million views on social media and inspiring viral memes. In one widely shared segment, Willman convinced park visitors they had become invisible, observing their reactions to the illusion. The series ran for three seasons and established Willman as a prominent figure in contemporary magic and comedy.

Before his Netflix projects, Willman appeared on The Tonight Show, Ellen, and Conan, and performed live at the White House. His debut comedy and magic special, "Sleight of Mouth," premiered on Comedy Central. Willman has hosted "Cupcake Wars," "Halloween Wars," and "King of Cones" on Food Network, as well as "Win, Lose or Draw" on Disney Channel. He has also contributed as a consultant and writer for productions including America's Got Talent, The Goldbergs, and the Disney feature film "Magic Camp."

Willman expanded his Netflix presence with "The Magic Prank Show," where he and his team assisted individuals in executing elaborate pranks with a magical twist. He continued to innovate with the special "Justin Willman: Magic Lover" on Netflix, which combines magic performance with comedic commentary on themes such as fatherhood and serendipity. This special marked Netflix's first stand-up comedy special by a magician. Willman tours nationally with his live theater show, "Illusionati," an evening featuring misdirection, mind games, and comedy, engaging audiences across the country.