John Archer is a British comedy magician whose shows combine original trickery, absurd sight gags and quick audience play. His current agency biography records nearly three decades as a full-time professional, extensive international work, Magic Circle awards and the distinction of becoming the first magician to fool Penn and Teller on the program. A 2026 public event confirms continuing stage activity. Archer’s official contact page routes private, corporate and television enquiries to his manager and separately welcomes church and charity requests. The available sources support active UK and international work but do not state one dependable current home city.
One appearance on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and it fooled them.
Aired 7 January 2011
Fooled Penn & Teller
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