The Circus movie poster

The Circus

October 24, 1951 1h 38m 7.2/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1951. The Circus is a drama film. directed by Manuel Guimarães.

Starring Maria Olguim, Helga Liné, and Artur Semedo

Synopsis

Tony, a trapeze artist, gets a job at a small circus. When a tempest takes away the tent, Tony stays for the love of the beautiful Belmira who could be a rider… if they hadn’t sold the horse. They play at open-air, sleep under the stars, scrimp and save every penny, and soon there’s a new tent to be bought on credit. But Belmira is not happy, she dreams of a real home, while Tony is fascinated by the circus. And the gloomy days are back.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 24, 1951 74 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (6 votes)
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Portugal Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

  • Tobis Portuguesa

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Circus about?

Tony, a trapeze artist, gets a job at a small circus. When a tempest takes away the tent, Tony stays for the love of the beautiful Belmira who could be a rider… if they hadn’t sold the horse. T...

Who directed The Circus?

The Circus was directed by Manuel Guimarães.

How long is The Circus?

The Circus has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).

When was The Circus released?

The Circus was released on October 24, 1951 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Circus?

The main cast of The Circus includes Maria Olguim, Helga Liné, Artur Semedo, José Victor, Manuel Correia.