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The Great Wallendas

1978Movie1 h 38 min

DramaTV Movie
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.5

A deeply moving, tense drama movie about a real life story and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for laughs.

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Story

Drama based on the legendary circus family, its spectacular but tragic career, and its unique aerial act that includes the seven-member pyramid that led to the 1962 accident in which two of the troupe were killed and another permanently paralyzed.

Feels like

  • Circus Drama
  • Biographical Adaptation
  • Family Saga
  • Tragedy and Triumph
  • Spectacular Stunts
  • Historical Setting
  • Intense Performances
  • Themes of Perseverance

Cast

9 of 9

Crew

Directed by
Larry Elikann
Written by
Jan Hartman
Produced by
Linda Marmelstein
Music by
Bill Soden, Joe Weber

Everyone

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Facts

February 12, 1978 · 1 h 38 min · Drama, TV Movie

Released
February 12, 1978
Runtime
1 h 38 min
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is The Great Wallendas worth watching?"

Questions about The Great Wallendas

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Great Wallendas worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.5).

Is The Great Wallendas okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The Great Wallendas plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.