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Circus World

1964Movie2 h 23 minNR

Drama
50
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Rotten Tomatoes50%32%
50
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Rotten Tomatoes50%32%

Summary

Circus owner Matt Masters is beset by disasters as he attempts a European tour of his circus. At the same time, he is caught in an emotional bind between his adopted daughter and her mother.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

Where to watch

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Not for scares or laughs.

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Cast

13 of 13

Crew

Directed by
Henry Hathaway
Written by
Nicholas Ray, James Edward Grant, Julian Zimet
Produced by
Samuel Bronston
Music by
Dimitri Tiomkin

Everyone

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Facts

June 25, 1964 · 2 h 23 min · NR

Released
June 25, 1964
Runtime
2 h 23 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Also spoken
French
Made in
United States
Budget
$9 million
Available in
11 countries

Tropes

Drowning My Sorrows, Circus Brat, Boyfriend-Blocking Dad +9

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Circus World?"

Questions about Circus World

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Circus World?

PrimeTubi TV

In the United States, Circus World streams on Prime, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is Circus World worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%).

Is Circus World okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Can I half-watch Circus World?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Circus World good for date night?

and 6 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.