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Man on a Tightrope

Man on a Tightrope

It's true! The stranger-than-fiction story that screams with SUSPENSE!

The owner of an impoverished circus in Communist-ruled Czechoslovokia plots to flee across the border to freedom, taking his entire troupe of performers and wild animals with him.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Man on a Tightrope
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1953-05-21
  • Runtime: 105 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (32 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: 20th Century Fox, Bavaria Film
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.1723
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Fredric March

Fredric March

as Karel Cernik

Terry Moore

Terry Moore

as Tereza Cernik

Gloria Grahame

Gloria Grahame

as Zama Cernik

Cameron Mitchell

Cameron Mitchell

as Joe Vosdek

Adolphe Menjou

Adolphe Menjou

as Fesker

Robert Beatty

Robert Beatty

as Barovic

Richard Boone

Richard Boone

as Krofta

Alexander D'Arcy

Alexander D'Arcy

as Rudolph (as Alex D'Arcy)

Pat Henning

Pat Henning

as Konradin

Paul Hartman

Paul Hartman

as Jaremir

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

Guest Programmer Dana Delany on “Once a Thief” and “Man on a Tightrope” (Clip) | Noirvember

MAN ON A TIGHTROPE (1953) Theatrical Trailer - Fredric March, Terry Moore, Gloria Grahame

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Keywords

circusiron curtainczechoslovakiaanti-communismblack and whitedefectioncommunismcircus troupeescape plancold war eraescape from communism

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Man on a Tightrope?â–Ľ

Man on a Tightrope is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1953-05-21.

Who are the main actors in Man on a Tightrope?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Fredric March, Terry Moore, Gloria Grahame, Cameron Mitchell, Adolphe Menjou, .

Where can I watch Man on a Tightrope online?â–Ľ

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Man on a Tightrope is available.

Is Man on a Tightrope based on a true story?â–Ľ

It's true! The stranger-than-fiction story that screams with SUSPENSE!

What is the IMDb rating of Man on a Tightrope?â–Ľ

Man on a Tightrope has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 32 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Man on a Tightrope?â–Ľ

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Man on a Tightrope?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox, Bavaria Film. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Man on a Tightrope filmed?â–Ľ

Man on a Tightrope was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Man on a Tightrope?â–Ľ

The total runtime of Man on a Tightrope is 105 minutes.

Is Man on a Tightrope suitable for kids?â–Ľ

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

Will there be a sequel to Man on a Tightrope?â–Ľ

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Man on a Tightrope.

Does Man on a Tightrope have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ

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

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