At the Circus
Keep the world laughing!
1939 · 87 min · ★ 6.4 · Comedy, Music
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.
Directed by Edward Buzzell · Written by Irving Brecher
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Groucho Marx Attorney J. Cheever Loophole -
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 -
Fritz Feld Jardinet -
James Burke John Carter -
Jerry Maren Little Professor Atom (as Jerry Marenghi) -
Barnett Parker Whitcomb
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