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The Big Circus
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The Big Circus

1959-07-05 · 109 min · ★ 6.6

Drama

A circus owner tries to keep his financially troubled circus on the road, despite the efforts of a murderous saboteur who has decided that the show must not go on.

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Directors
Joseph M. Newman
Production companies
Irwin Allen Productions, Allied Artists Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Victor MatureVictor MatureHenry Jasper 'Hank' Whirling
Red ButtonsRed ButtonsRandy Sherman
Rhonda FlemingRhonda FlemingHelen Harrison
Kathryn GrantKathryn GrantJeannie Whirling
Vincent PriceVincent PriceHans Hagenfeld
Gilbert RolandGilbert RolandZach Colino (Aerialist)
Peter LorrePeter LorreSkeeter
David NelsonDavid NelsonTommy Gordon
Adele MaraAdele MaraMaria 'Mama' Colino
Howard McNearHoward McNearMr. Lomax
Charles WattsCharles WattsJonathan T. Nelson (Banker)
Steve AllenSteve AllenSelf
Kenner G. KempKenner G. KempMan at Press Party

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