The Circus
1928, English. Directed by Charlie Chaplin.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Absolute Cinema
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7.9/10 from 926 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Circus
The Circus is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India.
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Cast & crew
- Charlie ChaplinDirector
- Charlie ChaplinA Tramp
- Al Ernest GarciaThe Circus Proprietor and Ring Master
- Merna KennedyThe Proprietor's Step-Daughter Merna, a Circus Rider
- Harry CrockerRex, a Tight Rope Walker
- George DavisA Magician
- Henry BergmanAn Old Clown
- Tiny SandfordThe Head Property Man
- John RandAn Assistant Property Man
- Steve MurphyA Pickpocket
- Albert AustinClown (uncredited)
- Chester A. BachmanCop (uncredited)
- Eugene BarryCop (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 6 January 1928
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Charlie Chaplin
- Budget
- $9M
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The Circus: quick answers
Is The Circus worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 7.9/10 from 926 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Circus?
The Circus runs 72 minutes (1h 12m).
Does The Circus have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Circus. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Circus parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Circus is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Circus on?
The Circus is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Circus?
If you liked The Circus, try Chéri, Fools Rush In, Much Ado About Nothing.
Who directed The Circus?
The Circus (1928) was directed by Charlie Chaplin and stars Charlie Chaplin, Al Ernest Garcia, Merna Kennedy.