Watch the New Teaser for Magic City: An American Fantasy
🎬 ATL’s Untold Story on STARZ – *Magic City: An American Fantasy*
ATL—The legend grows. STARZ has just dropped the official teaser for Magic City: An American Fantasy, an immersive five-part docuseries shining a spotlight on Atlanta’s legendary strip club and its monumental influence on Black culture, hip‑hop, sports, politics—and beyond.
We’re talking real voices, real memories: Quavo, Killer Mike, Big Boi, 2 Chainz, Nelly, Shaquille O’Neal, plus exclusive insights from the club’s founder, Michael “Mr. Magic” Barney. This is a cultural epicenter brought to life—and it’s been influential for nearly 40 years :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
What to Expect
- Behind‑the‑scenes narratives from A‑list artists and insiders who shaped the club’s legacy :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
- Executive production by Jermaine Dupri, Drake, Cole Brown, and Starz’s dream team, including perspective from creator/director Charles Todd :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
- A cultural milestone: from its founding in 1985 to becoming a crossroads of music, sports, politics (remember Stacey Abrams’ 2020 announcement?), and hip‑hop’s rise :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
- Star power reveal: Shaq even reportedly signed his $121 million Lakers contract inside Magic City in July 1996—just one glimpse of the club’s legendary status :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
Release Details
📅 Premiere: Friday, August 15, 2025 at 11 PM ET on STARZ
📺 Airs weekly: Every Friday at 10 PM ET
Brace yourselves—this series premiered to acclaim at SXSW in 2024 and promises an unforgettable deep dive into a 40‑year cultural phenomenon.