The Clowns (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1970, The Clowns is a comedy, fantasy, drama and science fiction film directed by Federico Fellini, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Fellini exposes his great attraction for the clowns and the world of the circus first recalling a childhood experience when the circus arrives nearby his home. Then he joins his crew and travel from Italy to Paris chasing the last greatest European clowns still live in these countries. He also meets Anita Ekberg trying to buy a panther in a circus.
Who’s in it. The Clowns stars Federico Fellini as Federico Fellini (uncredited), Anita Ekberg as Anita Ekberg, Annie Fratellini as Clown and Charlie Rivel as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Clowns has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Tenk. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Clowns page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Clowns tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Clowns (1970)?
- In CA, The Clowns is available to rent or buy from Tenk. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Clowns worth watching?
- The Clowns holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy, drama and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Clowns?
- The Clowns stars Federico Fellini, Anita Ekberg, Annie Fratellini, Charlie Rivel and Alvaro Vitali.
- When was The Clowns released?
- The Clowns was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.