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The Circus

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: 🟢 15/100
Total warning time: 55s
Sex/Nudity: 🟢 5/100 (15s)
  • 🟢 5/100 [00:20:30 - 00:20:45] Mild flirtation between characters.
Drug Use: 🟢 0/100 (0s)
Violence: 🟡 30/100 (40s)
  • 🟢 20/100 [00:15:20 - 00:15:40] Slapstick comedy involving physical gags.
  • 🟡 30/100 [00:45:10 - 00:45:30] Charlie Chaplin gets into a comedic fight.
Strong Language: 🟢 0/100 (0s)
The Circus

Details for The Circus (1928)

Year: 1928
Certificate: Passed
The Circus Runtime: 72 min
Genre: Comedy, Romance
IMDB: 8.1
Meta Score: 90
Votes: 30205
Gross: [Gross not found]
Director: Charles Chaplin
Cast Stars: Charles Chaplin, Merna Kennedy, Al Ernest Garcia, Harry Crocker

Overview of The Circus:

The Tramp finds work and the girl of his dreams at a circus.

Who directed and starred in the movie 'The Circus' (1928)?

The movie 'The Circus' (1928) was directed by and starred Charles Chaplin, who played the iconic Tramp character.

What is the plot of 'The Circus' (1928)?

In 'The Circus,' Charlie Chaplin's Tramp character stumbles into a circus and becomes the star attraction unintentionally due to his comedic antics. The film follows his adventures and romantic pursuit of the circus owner's daughter, played by Merna Kennedy.

Who are the main co-stars in 'The Circus' (1928) alongside Charles Chaplin?

The main co-stars in 'The Circus' (1928) include Merna Kennedy as the circus owner's daughter, Al Ernest Garcia as the circus owner, and Harry Crocker as a rival suitor.

Was 'The Circus' (1928) a silent film?

Yes, 'The Circus' (1928) is a silent film, like most of Charles Chaplin's early works, though it includes a musical score and sound effects.

Did 'The Circus' (1928) receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, Charles Chaplin received an honorary Academy Award at the first Oscars ceremony in 1929 for his versatility in writing, acting, directing, and producing 'The Circus.'