The Magician (French TV series)
| Industry | Animation, Television production |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1997 |
| Headquarters | France |
| Products | Animated television series |
| Parent | Xilam (current owner of The Magician) |
The Magician (French title: Le Magicien) is a French animated superhero series developed by Florian Ferrier, Savin Yeatman, and Gilles Adrien, with Yeatman also fulfilling the role of story editor. Produced in 1997 by Gaumont Multimedia, the series is currently under the ownership of Xilam. It debuted on France 3 on September 2, 1998, and was subsequently broadcast in the United States on Fox Kids in 1999, standing out as one of the rare European productions aired there during that period.
Synopsis
Taking place in the third millennium, the narrative explores a world transformed by scientific innovations and technological progress. Within Electro City, criminal organizations led by mobster "Black Jack" Malone operate covertly within influential roles but face continual opposition from Ace Cooper and his magical companion Cosmo.
Main characters
- Ace Cooper (voiced by Michael Donovan) – The central hero, a famed stage magician who has become a superhero working alongside law enforcement to fight crime. Once an assistant to Black Jack Malone, Ace distanced himself following an accident and now uses magic to battle Malone, activating his abilities with the phrase "Magical Force, reveal the power within."
- Zina (vocal effects by Kath Soucie) – Ace’s black panther companion.
- Cosmo (voiced by Rob Paulsen) – Ace’s magical aide and partner, whom Ace took under his wing after Cosmo's father abandoned him.
- Lt. Derek Vega (voiced by Charles Napier) – A lieutenant in the Electro City Police Department who supports Ace and Cosmo.
- Angel (voiced by Kath Soucie) – The central processing unit of Ace Cooper's Magic Express.
Villains
- Jack "Black Jack" Malone (voiced by Charles Napier) – The primary antagonist and leading crime lord in Electro City, proprietor of the "Croesus Palace" casino. Following an incident involving Ace, Malone is confined to a levitating chair. Despite his illicit activities, he evades prosecution through legal loopholes and influential connections.
- Diamond (voiced by Rob Paulsen) – Malone's clever enforcer.
- Spade (voiced by Michael Donovan) – Malone's physically imposing henchman.
- Clockwise (voiced by Billy West) – Malone's strategist, accountant, and legal advisor who ensures he avoids indictment.
- "Sonny Boy" Serge (voiced by Rob Paulsen) – Wealthy mobster owning the 'Sunset' casino and son of engineer Jonathan Serge; frequently at odds with Malone and sometimes with his own father.
- Faceless (voiced by Kath Soucie) – A female assassin employed by Malone to eliminate the Magician; recognized for her retractable claw gloves. Captain Friedrich remains skeptical about her existence despite numerous reports.
- Yago (voiced by Rob Paulsen) – A magician who serves as Ace Cooper’s rival.
- Dr. Blaun (voiced by Michael Donovan) – A mad scientist character.
- Gus Morland (voiced by Billy West) – Once a friend of Ace Cooper, revived as a cryonic mutant seeking vengeance against Malone until Ace intervened.
- Aldus Teron (voiced by Billy West) – A corporate executive intent on transferring his consciousness into a specially bred child.
- Glam (voiced by Michael Donovan) – A pirate targeting the Nova celebrity cruise liner.
- Count Hebron (voiced by Rob Paulsen) – A hunter.
Additional Characters
- Captain Friedrich (voiced by Rob Paulsen) - The police captain at Electro City Police Department, known for his skepticism and lack of effectiveness. Despite often being overruled by Vega, he continues to hold his position.
- Mona Malone (voiced by Kath Soucie) - Malone's daughter and Ace Cooper's childhood sweetheart. She works alongside Ace to thwart her father's plans. Occasionally, she performs at her father's club, maintaining a fragile peace between them.
- Duc Paparazzo (voiced by Billy West) - A journalist reporting on the happenings within Electro City.
- DJ Mikkus (voiced by Michael Donovan) - A composer and close ally of Ace Cooper.
- Skip Ramsdale - An Electro City Strikers flipball athlete and friend of Ace.
- Senator Dobbs (voiced by Michael Donovan) - A senator from Electro City who protects Malone from legal consequences due to their strong association.
Episodes
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Production Team
- Jim Gomez – Director of Voice Acting
External links
- The Magician on Xilam's official site (archived June 27, 2009)