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The Circus

The Circus

The Circus is Here!

Charlie, a wandering tramp, becomes a circus handyman - soon the star of the show - and falls in love with the circus owner's stepdaughter.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Circus
  • Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama
  • Release Date: 1928-01-06
  • Runtime: 72 minutes
  • Rating: 7.9/10 (859 votes)
  • Budget: $9,000,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Charles Chaplin Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.967
  • Languages: No Language

Cast & Crew

Charlie Chaplin

Charlie Chaplin

as A Tramp

Al Ernest Garcia

Al Ernest Garcia

as The Circus Proprietor and Ring Master

Merna Kennedy

Merna Kennedy

as The Proprietor's Step-Daughter Merna, a Circus Rider

Harry Crocker

Harry Crocker

as Rex, a Tight Rope Walker

George Davis

George Davis

as A Magician

Henry Bergman

Henry Bergman

as An Old Clown

Tiny Sandford

Tiny Sandford

as The Head Property Man

John Rand

John Rand

as An Assistant Property Man

Steve Murphy

Steve Murphy

as A Pickpocket

Albert Austin

Albert Austin

as Clown (uncredited)

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Circus ≣ 1928 ≣ Trailer

The Circus - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Circus?

The Circus is a Comedy, Romance, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1928-01-06.

Who are the main actors in The Circus?

The main cast includes Charlie Chaplin, Al Ernest Garcia, Merna Kennedy, Harry Crocker, George Davis, .

Where can I watch The Circus online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Circus is available.

Is The Circus based on a true story?

The Circus is Here!

What is the IMDb rating of The Circus?

The Circus has an IMDb rating of 7.9/10 based on 859 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Circus?

The movie had a production budget of $9,000,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Circus?

The soundtrack was composed by Charles Chaplin Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Circus filmed?

The Circus was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Circus?

The total runtime of The Circus is 72 minutes.

Is The Circus suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Circus?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Circus.

Does The Circus have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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