Charlie Chan at the Circus
1936, English. Directed by Harry Lachman.
While visiting the circus with his family, Charlie is recruited by the big top's co-owner to investigate threatening letters that he's received.
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 27 March 1936
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Ellis, Helen Logan
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What Charlie Chan at the Circus is based on
Charlie Chan at the Circus is based on Charlie Chan, a fictional human by Earl Derr Biggers.
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Charlie Chan
By Earl Derr Biggers
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Charlie Chan at the Circus: quick answers
What should I watch before Charlie Chan at the Circus?
Watch Charlie Chan in Paris (1935), Charlie Chan in Egypt (1935), Charlie Chan in Shanghai (1935), and Charlie Chan's Secret (1936) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Charlie Chan at the Circus?
Next in the series: Charlie Chan at the Race Track (1936), Charlie Chan at the Opera (1936), and Charlie Chan at the Olympics (1937).
Is Charlie Chan at the Circus worth watching?
Charlie Chan at the Circus doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Charlie Chan at the Circus?
Charlie Chan at the Circus runs 72 minutes (1h 12m).
Does Charlie Chan at the Circus have a post-credits scene?
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Charlie Chan at the Circus parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Charlie Chan at the Circus on?
Charlie Chan at the Circus isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 27 March 1936. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Charlie Chan at the Circus?
If you liked Charlie Chan at the Circus, try Breathless, Ca$h, LaRoy, Texas.
Who directed Charlie Chan at the Circus?
Charlie Chan at the Circus (1936) was directed by Harry Lachman and stars Warner Oland, Keye Luke, John McGuire.
What is Charlie Chan at the Circus based on?
Charlie Chan at the Circus is based on Charlie Chan, a fictional human by Earl Derr Biggers.