The Big Circus (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 3.7
Released in 1949, The Big Circus is a war film directed by Georges Péclet, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. During the second World War. The lives of three comrades fighting in the Forces Françaises Libres' flight. Pierre is a valiant pilot, afraid of nothing. Jean is reported missing during the Normandy landings. Jacques gets killed on the very last day of the conflict, leaving behind him a weeping widow.
Who’s in it. The Big Circus stars Jean Barrère as Jacques Desmarets, Pierre Larquey as Le curé, Pierre Cressoy as Pierre Despont and Édouard Delmont as le paysan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, The Big Circus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Circus page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Circus tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Circus (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Circus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Circus worth watching?
- The Big Circus holds an audience score of 3.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Circus?
- The Big Circus stars Jean Barrère, Pierre Larquey, Pierre Cressoy, Édouard Delmont and Roger Saltel.
- When was The Big Circus released?
- The Big Circus was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.