Charlie Chan at the Circus (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1936, Charlie Chan at the Circus is a comedy, thriller, crime and mystery film directed by Harry Lachman, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. While visiting the circus with his family, Charlie is recruited by the big top's co-owner to investigate threatening letters that he's received.
Who’s in it. Charlie Chan at the Circus stars Warner Oland as Charlie Chan, Keye Luke as Lee Chan, John McGuire as Hal Blake and Shirley Deane as Louise Norman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Charlie Chan at the Circus has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Charlie Chan at the Circus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Charlie Chan at the Circus tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Charlie Chan at the Circus (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Charlie Chan at the Circus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Charlie Chan at the Circus worth watching?
- Charlie Chan at the Circus holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Charlie Chan at the Circus?
- Charlie Chan at the Circus stars Warner Oland, Keye Luke, John McGuire, Shirley Deane and Francis Ford.
- When was Charlie Chan at the Circus released?
- Charlie Chan at the Circus was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.