Houdini was famous for his ability to escape from handcuffs, even when they were locked behind his back. He would often perform this trick in front of large audiences, and he would always manage to escape.
Straightjacket escapes
Houdini was also known for his ability to escape from straightjackets. He would be placed in a straightjacket, and then he would be locked in a box or a trunk. He would then manage to escape from the straightjacket and the box or trunk.
Underwater escapes
Houdini performed a number of underwater escapes, in which he would be submerged in a tank of water and then escape. He would often perform these escapes while wearing handcuffs or straightjackets.
Milk can escape
Houdini would be sealed inside a milk can filled with water. The can would then be locked and thrown into a river or lake. Houdini would escape from the milk can and swim to safety.
Buried alive
Houdini would be buried alive in a coffin, and then he would escape. He would often perform this trick in front of large audiences, and he would always manage to escape.