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Sideshow (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 4.8

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Released in 2000, Sideshow is a horror film directed by Fred Olen Ray, running about 74 minutes. “Step right up!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. While visiting a traveling carnival full of human freaks, high school students nearly join as permanent members.

Who’s in it. Sideshow stars Phil Fondacaro as Abbot Graves, Jamie Martz as Bobby, Jessica Keenan as Melanie and Michael Amos as Tommy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Sideshow has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Full Moon Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sideshow page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sideshow tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sideshow (2000)?
In US, Sideshow is available to stream on Full Moon Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Sideshow worth watching?
Sideshow holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sideshow?
Sideshow stars Phil Fondacaro, Jamie Martz, Jessica Keenan, Michael Amos and Jeana Blackman.
When was Sideshow released?
Sideshow was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.