The Circus
"The Circus is Here!"
Originally released in 1928. The Circus is a comedy/romance film. directed by Charlie Chaplin. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charlie Chaplin, Al Ernest Garcia, and Merna Kennedy
Synopsis
Charlie, a wandering tramp, becomes a circus handyman - soon the star of the show - and falls in love with the circus owner's stepdaughter.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 6, 1928
98 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (866 votes)
Budget
$9M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charlie Chaplin
as A Tramp
Al Ernest Garcia
as The Circus Proprietor and Ring Master
Merna Kennedy
as The Proprietor's Step-Daughter Merna, a Circus Rider
Harry Crocker
as Rex, a Tight Rope Walker
George Davis
as A Magician
Henry Bergman
as An Old Clown
Tiny Sandford
as The Head Property Man
John Rand
as An Assistant Property Man
Steve Murphy
as A Pickpocket
Albert Austin
as Clown (uncredited)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $9,000,000
Production Companies
- Charles Chaplin Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Circus about?
Charlie, a wandering tramp, becomes a circus handyman - soon the star of the show - and falls in love with the circus owner's stepdaughter.
Who directed The Circus?
The Circus was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
How long is The Circus?
The Circus has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was The Circus released?
The Circus was released on January 6, 1928 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Circus?
The main cast of The Circus includes Charlie Chaplin, Al Ernest Garcia, Merna Kennedy, Harry Crocker, George Davis.
Is The Circus worth watching?
The Circus has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 866 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.