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The Circus (2018): Cast

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The Circus is a 2018 documentary directed by Sharon Grimberg, starring Michael Murphy as Narrator. It runs 3 hours 48 minutes.

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The Circus (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
3h 48m (228 min)
Director
Sharon Grimberg
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Circus About?

The premise of The Circus without spoilers.

Drawing upon a rich visual archive, this four-hour mini-series explores the captivating history of the gigantic, traveling tented railroad circus. It recounts the rise and eventual fall of this spectacle, a time when "Circus Day" would halt entire towns and its performers were celebrated as national stars. Through interviews with historians and enthusiasts, the series vividly brings to life an era of extraordinary entertainment and unforgettable personalities.

The Circus Themes & Keywords

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  • fall
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Cast & crew

The Circus Cast & Characters

Michael Murphy plays Narrator in The Circus. Directed by Sharon Grimberg.

From the director

More from Sharon Grimberg

One more film directed by Sharon Grimberg: McCarthy.

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Videos

The Circus Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Circus.

The Circus | Coming to American Experience October 2018

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FAQ

The Circus FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Circus, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Circus?

The Circus runs 3 hours 48 minutes (228 minutes).

When was The Circus released?

The Circus was released on October 9, 2018.

Who directed The Circus?

The Circus was directed by Sharon Grimberg.

More films by Sharon Grimberg

Who is in the cast of The Circus?

The Circus stars Michael Murphy as Narrator.

Does The Circus have a post-credit scene?

No. The Circus has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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