The Butterfly Circus (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2009, The Butterfly Circus is a drama film directed by Joshua Weigel, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. At the height of the Great Depression, the showman of a renowned circus leads his troupe through the devastated American landscape, lifting the spirits of audiences along the way. During their travels they discover a man without limbs at a carnival sideshow. However, after an intriguing encounter with the showman he becomes driven to hope against everything he has ever believed.
Who’s in it. The Butterfly Circus stars Eduardo Verástegui as Mr. Mendez, Nick Vujicic as Will, Doug Jones as Otto and Matt Allmen as George, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Butterfly Circus has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Butterfly Circus page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Butterfly Circus tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Butterfly Circus (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Butterfly Circus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Butterfly Circus worth watching?
- The Butterfly Circus holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Butterfly Circus?
- The Butterfly Circus stars Eduardo Verástegui, Nick Vujicic, Doug Jones, Matt Allmen and Connor Rosen.