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At the Circus
“Keep the world laughing!”
6.4 / 10• 1939• 1h 27m•NR• English
ComedyMusic
Storyline
Jeff Wilson, the owner of a small circus, owes his partner Carter $10,000. Before Jeff can pay, Carter's accomplices steal the money so he can take over the circus. Antonio Pirelli and Punchy, who work at the circus, together with lawyer Loophole try to find the thief and get the money back.
Cast & Crew
Groucho Marx
Attorney J. Cheever Loophole
Lead
Chico Marx
Antonio Pirelli
Harpo Marx
'Punchy'
Kenny Baker
Jeff Wilson
Florence Rice
Julie Randall
Eve Arden
Peerless Pauline
Margaret Dumont
Mrs. Suzanna Dukesbury
Nat Pendleton
Goliath
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Edward Buzzell's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. At the Circus is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
