The Barker
1928, English. Directed by George Fitzmaurice.
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A successful carnival barker deals with the arrival of his eager son, who he'd hoped would stay far from the carnival world, his son's entanglement with a showgirl, and his own jealous mistress.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 2 October 1928
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Benjamin Glazer, Joseph Jackson
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How long is The Barker?
The Barker runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
Does The Barker have a post-credits scene?
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The Barker parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Barker is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Barker on?
The Barker isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 October 1928. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Barker?
If you liked The Barker, try Flamingo Road, The Secret: Dare to Dream, Lovely, Still.
Who directed The Barker?
The Barker (1928) was directed by George Fitzmaurice and stars Milton Sills, Dorothy Mackaill, Betty Compson.