The Circus (1928)
The Circus is Here!
Charlie, a wandering tramp, becomes a circus handyman - soon the star of the show - and falls in love with the circus owner's stepdaughter.
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Charlie ChaplinA Tramp
Al Ernest GarciaThe Circus Proprietor and Ring Master
Merna KennedyCircus Proprietor's Stepdaughter, a Circus Rider
Harry CrockerRex, a Tight Rope Walker / Disgruntled Property Man / Clown
George DavisA Magician
Henry BergmanAn Old Clown
Tiny SandfordThe Head Property Man
John RandAn Assistant Property Man / Clown
Steve MurphyA Pickpocket
Chester A. BachmanCop (uncredited)
Stanley BlystoneCop (uncredited)
Heinie ConklinClown (uncredited)Keywords
Movie DNA
Genre affinityComedy · RomanceTheme affinityCircus · Tramp · Black And WhiteMood preferenceRomanceDialogue densityComedyPacingShortEmotional intensityRomance
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Frequently asked questions about The Circus
What is The Circus about?
Charlie, a wandering tramp, becomes a circus handyman - soon the star of the show - and falls in love with the circus owner's stepdaughter.
How long is The Circus?
The Circus has a runtime of 72 minutes.