Derren Brown: The Specials

Derren Brown: The Specials (2003- )

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In these special shows, psychological illusionist Derren Brown demonstrates his unique and almost uncanny ability to misdirect, manipulate and mesmerise.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 21:00 (55 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Derren Brown: The Specials premiere?

Derren Brown: The Specials premiered on December 30, 2002.

What is the concept behind Derren Brown: The Specials?

Derren Brown: The Specials is a series of television specials where Derren Brown showcases his unique skills in psychological manipulation and mind reading.

How many episodes were there in Derren Brown: The Specials?

Derren Brown: The Specials consisted of a total of 7 episodes.

What are some of the memorable episodes from Derren Brown: The Specials?

Some memorable episodes from Derren Brown: The Specials include "Russian Roulette," "The Heist," and "The System."

What was the premise of the episode "Russian Roulette" in Derren Brown: The Specials?

In the episode "Russian Roulette," Derren Brown appeared to play a dangerous game of Russian Roulette using a loaded gun, but it was later revealed to be a powerful demonstration of psychological influence.

What was the episode "The Heist" about in Derren Brown: The Specials?

"The Heist" was an episode where Derren Brown recruited a group of ordinary people and convinced them to participate in a simulated heist, showcasing his ability to manipulate their thoughts and actions.

Can you tell me about the episode "The System" in Derren Brown: The Specials?

In "The System," Derren Brown explored the world of horse race betting and demonstrated his ability to predict the outcome of races using his knowledge of human psychology and statistics.

Were there any episodes in Derren Brown: The Specials that focused on hypnosis?

Yes, there were episodes in Derren Brown: The Specials that focused on hypnosis, such as "The Assassin" and "The Seance."

What was the episode "The Assassin" about in Derren Brown: The Specials?

In "The Assassin," Derren Brown delved into the world of hypnosis and demonstrated his ability to control someone's actions by planting a suggestion in their mind.

Can you provide some information about the episode "The Seance" in Derren Brown: The Specials?

"The Seance" was an episode where Derren Brown conducted a simulated seance to explore the power of suggestion and belief.

Did Derren Brown: The Specials feature any episodes involving illusions?

Yes, there were episodes in Derren Brown: The Specials that showcased illusions, such as "The Devil's Picturebook" and "The System."

What was the episode "The Devil's Picturebook" about in Derren Brown: The Specials?

In "The Devil's Picturebook," Derren Brown presented a series of mind-bending illusions and tricks, leaving the audience amazed and questioning their perception of reality.

Can you tell me more about the episode "The System" in Derren Brown: The Specials?

"The System" was an episode where Derren Brown explored the world of horse race betting and demonstrated his ability to predict the outcome of races using his knowledge of human psychology and statistics.

Were there any episodes in Derren Brown: The Specials that focused on mentalism?

Yes, there were episodes in Derren Brown: The Specials that focused on mentalism, such as "The Heist" and "The Prediction."

What was the episode "The Prediction" about in Derren Brown: The Specials?

In "The Prediction," Derren Brown made a seemingly impossible prediction about a future event, showcasing his incredible mentalist abilities.

Can you provide some information about the episode "The Experiments" in Derren Brown: The Specials?

"The Experiments" was an episode where Derren Brown conducted various social experiments to explore the power of suggestion and manipulation.

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