At the Circus

At the Circus

Keep the world laughing!

NR 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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