The Big Show (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1961, The Big Show is a drama film directed by James B. Clark, running about 113 minutes. “The BIG Spectacle! The BIG Excitement! The BIG Drama!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A European circus family is torn apart by greed and jealousy.
Who’s in it. The Big Show stars Esther Williams as Hillary Allen, Cliff Robertson as Josef Everard, Robert Vaughn as Klaus Everard and Nehemiah Persoff as Bruno Everard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Big Show 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 Show page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Show tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Show (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Show change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Show worth watching?
- The Big Show holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Show?
- The Big Show stars Esther Williams, Cliff Robertson, Robert Vaughn, Nehemiah Persoff and David Nelson.
- When was The Big Show released?
- The Big Show was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.