Fair rating?The Magicians· Season 1 · Episode 2
The Source of Magic
The Brakebills students struggle to deal with the aftermath of a catastrophe that befalls the university. Back in Brooklyn, Julia makes her first foray into the mysterious world of Hedge Witches.
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#6In Season 1of 13 rated episodes
#51All-timeof 65 rated episodes
+0.0vs season avgSeason 1 averages 7.1
2016First airedJanuary 25, 2016
Guest stars
Jade Tailoras Kady Orloff-Diaz
Rick Worthyas Dean Henry Fogg
David Callas Pete
Kacey Rohlas Marina Andrieski
Esmé Biancoas Eliza
Anne Dudekas Prof. Pearl Sunderland
Michael Cassidyas James
Anthony Marbleas The Beast
Valerie Tianas Healer Faye
Trezzo Mahoroas Ralphie
Edwin Perezas Eugenio
Hiro Kanagawaas Professor March
Lev Grossmanas Dev FleischmanCrew
Scott SmithDirector
Sera GambleWriterShows like The Magicians
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