Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus
"Here comes...the HAPPIEST SHOW ON EARTH!"
Originally released in 1960. Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus is a drama/family film. directed by Charles Barton.
Starring Kevin Corcoran, Bob Sweeney, and Henry Calvin
Synopsis
Angered at stern Uncle Daniel, Toby Tyler runs away from his foster home to join the circus, where he soon befriends Mr. Stubbs, the frisky chimpanzee. However, the circus isn't all fun and games when the evil candy vendor, Harry Tupper, convinces Toby that his Aunt Olive and Uncle Daniel don't love him or want him back. Toby resigns himself to circus life, but when he finally realizes that Tupper lied to him, and that his aunt and uncle truly love him, Toby happily returns home once again.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 21, 1960
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (25 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kevin Corcoran
as Toby Tyler
Bob Sweeney
as Harry Tupper
Henry Calvin
as Ben Cotter
Gene Sheldon
as Sam Treat
Richard Eastham
as Colonel Sam Castle
James Drury
as Jim Weaver
Barbara Beaird
as Mademoiselle Jeanette
Dennis Olivieri
as Monsieur Ajax
Edith Evanson
as Aunt Olive
Tom Fadden
as Uncle Daniel
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Walt Disney Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus about?
Angered at stern Uncle Daniel, Toby Tyler runs away from his foster home to join the circus, where he soon befriends Mr. Stubbs, the frisky chimpanzee. However, the circus isn't all fun and games w...
Who directed Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus?
Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus was directed by Charles Barton.
How long is Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus?
Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus released?
Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus was released on January 21, 1960 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus?
The main cast of Toby Tyler or Ten Weeks with a Circus includes Kevin Corcoran, Bob Sweeney, Henry Calvin, Gene Sheldon, Richard Eastham.