description The Circus Overview
The Circus, directed by Charlie Chaplin, portrays the circumstances surrounding a struggling circus ringmaster’s employment of the Little Tramp. Al Ernest Garcia plays the ringmaster who finds the silent film star's attempts at humor unsuccessful. The cast includes Merna Kennedy and Henry Bergman alongside Chaplin.
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info The Circus Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1928 |
help The Circus FAQ
When was Charlie Chaplin's The Circus released?
The Circus was released in 1928. Charlie Chaplin wrote, directed, produced, scored, and starred in the film as the Little Tramp.
What happens to the Little Tramp in The Circus?
The Tramp is mistaken for a comic genius after accidentally causing chaos during a circus performance. The ringmaster hires him, but his funniest moments happen only when he is not trying.
Who plays the circus rider in The Circus?
Merna Kennedy plays the circus rider who becomes the Tramp's romantic interest. Al Ernest Garcia plays her stern ringmaster father.
Did The Circus win an Academy Award?
Chaplin received a special Academy Award at the first Oscars ceremony in 1929. The award recognized his work on The Circus as acting, writing, directing, and producing.
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