The Circus (1928)

Cast

• Charlie Chaplin - A Tramp
• Al Ernest Garcia - The Circus Proprietor and Ring Master
• Merna Kennedy - The Proprietor's Step-Daughter Merna, a Circus Rider
• Harry Crocker - Rex, a Tight Rope Walker
• George Davis - A Magician
• Henry Bergman - An Old Clown
• Tiny Sandford - The Head Property Man
• John Rand - An Assistant Property Man
• Steve Murphy - A Pickpocket
• Albert Austin - Clown (uncredited)

Screenplay

• Charlie Chaplin

Themes

The Pain of Unrequited Love, Platonic Love and Silent Suffering, Unrequited Longing for a Best Friend

Keywords

circus, one-sided love, tramp, unrequited love, black and white, silent film, employer employee relationship

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Circus about?

Charlie, a wandering tramp, becomes a circus handyman - soon the star of the show - and falls in love with the circus owner's stepdaughter.

Who directed The Circus?

The Circus was directed by Charlie Chaplin.

Who stars in The Circus?

The Circus stars Charlie Chaplin, Al Ernest Garcia, Merna Kennedy, Harry Crocker, George Davis, Henry Bergman.

How long is The Circus?

The Circus has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).

What genre is The Circus?

The Circus is a Comedy, Romance, Drama film.

What is the budget of The Circus?

The Circus had a budget of $9M.

Where was The Circus produced?

The Circus was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of The Circus?

The themes of The Circus include: The Pain of Unrequited Love, Platonic Love and Silent Suffering, Unrequited Longing for a Best Friend.