Series synopsis
Magic City is an American drama television series that premiered on STARZ on March 30, 2012. It ended on August 9, 2013. It was created by Mitch Glazer. It stars Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Olga Kurylenko, Steven Strait and Jessica Marais.
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.
Premise
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.
Premise: The beautiful life is about to get ugly.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Ike Evans
- Olga Kurylenko as Vera Evans
- Steven Strait as Stevie Evans
- Jessica Marais as Lily Diamond
- Christian Cooke as Danny Evans
- Elena Satine as Judi Silver
- Dominik Garcia as Mercedes Lazaro
- Taylor Blackwell as Lauren Evans
Supporting cast
- Danny Huston as Ben Diamond
- Kelly Lynch as Margaret "Meg" Bannock
- Noa Lindberg as Hooker
Guest cast
- Michael Roark as Young Attorney
- Nina Leon as Isabel
- Alex Rocco as Arthur Evans
- Yul Vazquez as Victor Lazaro
- Michael Rispoli as Bel Jaffe
- Leland Orser as Mike Strauss
- Bradford Tatum as "Dandy" Al Haas
- Matt Ross as Jack Klein
- Steven Brand as Cliff Wells
- Andrew Bowen as Divin' Dave Donahue
- Jamie Harris as Nicky Grillo
- Shane Lynch as Susie Klein
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 16 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | March 30, 2012 | June 1, 2012 |
| Season 2 | 8 | June 14, 2013 | August 9, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Year of the Fin Ike Evans, owner of Miami's most glamorous hotel, needs his 1958 NYE concert to be a smash. He makes a deal with mobster Ben Diamond to ensure success that threatens his life and family. |
March 30, 2012 |
| 2 |
Feeding Frenzy Ike Faces the disappearance of Mike Strauss while DA Klein attacks organized crime through Ike's law-student son. Meanwhile, Stevie Evans' affair with Lily Diamond heats up. |
April 13, 2012 |
| 3 |
Castles Made of Sand Ike tries to bribe officials to legalize casino gambling. An old friend visits Vera, and Ben wonders if his wife is faithful. Ike contacts his wealthy ex-sister-in-law for a favor. |
April 20, 2012 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Crime and Punishment Ike's wife and son learn about his silent partners as they scramble to raise bail; Ben, fearing Ike will crumble under the pressure of the murder charge, offers unexpected aid. |
June 14, 2013 |
| 2 |
Angels of Death Ike launches a risky plan to rid the Miramar Playa of Ben Diamond; Ben seeks permission to kill Ike; Stevie and Lily have a real date; Vera is threatened by Meg; Ben hosts a depraved Seder. |
June 21, 2013 |
| 3 |
Adapt or Die Ike goes to Cuba to retrieve Maria's ashes and set his plan to oust Ben in motion. Stevie is lured deeper into Ben's world. Stevie offers a chemical solution when Vera struggles with exhausting rehearsals. |
June 28, 2013 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | STARZ |
|---|---|
| First aired | March 30, 2012 |
| Last aired | August 9, 2013 |
| Runtime | 50 minutes |
| Status | Canceled |
| Schedule | Friday at 21:00:00 |