

Circus of Books
2019, English. Directed by Rachel Mason.
Neighbourhood entrepreneurs, local heroes
For decades, a nice Jewish couple ran Circus of Books, a porn shop and epicenter for gay LA. Their director daughter documents their life and times.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 109 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Circus of Books
Circus of Books is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Availability in India as of 13 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 26 April 2019
- Country
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Written by
- Rachel Mason, Kathryn Robson
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Circus of Books: quick answers
Is Circus of Books worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 109 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Circus of Books?
Circus of Books runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Circus of Books have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Circus of Books. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Circus of Books parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Circus of Books yet.
Which OTT platform is Circus of Books on?
Circus of Books is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Circus of Books?
If you liked Circus of Books, try Inside Deep Throat, The Celluloid Closet, Los Angeles Plays Itself.
Who directed Circus of Books?
Circus of Books (2019) was directed by Rachel Mason and stars Rachel Mason, Josh Mason, Larry Flynt.