Sideshow: Alive on the Inside (1999)

Sideshow: Alive on the Inside (1999) poster

These real, amazing and very human stories reawakened interest in the bizarre and eccentric world of the circus and carnival sideshow, turning the spotlight on the legendary headliners of yesteryear and their modern-day counterparts who have chosen to be sideshow performers and found real happiness in their strange careers. This revealing look takes viewers backstage for an unforgettable glimpse at the world's most fascinating personalities. Narrated by Jason Alexander ("Seinfeld"). An entertaining cult hit co-produced with TLC, one of cable network's all-time, top-rated programs. Features Percilla the Monkey Girl, Jeanie Tomaini (the World's Only Living Half Woman), Melvin Burkhardt (the Human Blockhead), Siamese Twins Ronnie and Donnie Gaylon, the Wolf Boys of Mexico, Sandy Allen (the World's Tallest Woman) and others.

Director: Lynn Dougherty
Genre: Documentary, TV Movie
Runtime: 115 min
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Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Lynn Dougherty
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sideshow: Alive on the Inside about?
These real, amazing and very human stories reawakened interest in the bizarre and eccentric world of the circus and carnival sideshow, turning the spotlight on the legendary headliners of yesteryear and their modern-day counterparts who have chosen to be sideshow performers and found real happiness in their strange careers. This revealing look takes viewers backstage for an unforgettable glimpse at the world's most fascinating personalities. Narrated by Jason Alexander ("Seinfeld"). An entertaining cult hit co-produced with TLC, one of cable network's all-time, top-rated programs. Features Percilla the Monkey Girl, Jeanie Tomaini (the World's Only Living Half Woman), Melvin Burkhardt (the Human Blockhead), Siamese Twins Ronnie and Donnie Gaylon, the Wolf Boys of Mexico, Sandy Allen (the World's Tallest Woman) and others.
Who directed Sideshow: Alive on the Inside?
Sideshow: Alive on the Inside was directed by Lynn Dougherty.
Who stars in Sideshow: Alive on the Inside?
Sideshow: Alive on the Inside stars Percilla Bejano, Ronnie Galyon, Donnie Galyon, Jeanie Tomaini, The Enigma, Jim Rose.
How long is Sideshow: Alive on the Inside?
Sideshow: Alive on the Inside has a runtime of 1h 55m (115 minutes).
What genre is Sideshow: Alive on the Inside?
Sideshow: Alive on the Inside is a Documentary, TV Movie film.
Where was Sideshow: Alive on the Inside produced?
Sideshow: Alive on the Inside was produced in United States of America.