Solving the Open Prediction Paul Curry Card Trick

Most magicians lose sleep over the open prediction paul curry challenge because it sounds so incredibly simple on paper but feels nearly impossible once you actually pick up a deck of cards. If you're not familiar with the name, Paul Curry was the guy who gave us "Out of This World," which is widely considered one of the best card tricks ever invented. But while everyone knows how to separate reds and blacks, his "Open Prediction" is a much more stubborn beast. It's a puzzle that has haunted the magic community for decades, and honestly, that's exactly what makes it so much fun to talk about. ...

February 8, 2026 · 6 min · Janzen Randy