Circus World
Seen it?1964 | 143 min | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With middling reviews (50% on Rotten Tomatoes), it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 23 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1964: an older pace and style.
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.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
50% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe.
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 23K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing
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Cast & crew
Directed by Henry Hathaway
- John WayneMatt Masters
- Claudia CardinaleToni Alfredo
- Rita HayworthLili Alfredo
- Lloyd NolanCap Carson
- Richard ConteAldo Alfredo
- John SmithSteve McCabe
- Katherine KathHilda
- Wanda RothaMrs. Schuman
- Maggie RennieAnna
- Anne CaprileGiovana (french voice)