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Day at the Circus (1901): cast, story & where to watch

1901 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1901, Day at the Circus is a notable film directed by Edwin S. Porter, running about 3 minutes.

What it’s about. We present here a series of interesting pictures and show a number of scenes just as witnessed by a visitor to the Great Forepaugh and Sells Bros. combined four-ring circus. We begin by showing the complete circus parade as it takes place in the street. The first scene shows the parade coming down a broad asphalt avenue with park in background. Entire parade shows elephants, camels, band wagons, chariots, cages of animals, and full circus paraphernalia, making a most interesting subject. The next picture shows the assembly or grand entry, and includes the entrance into the arena of the elephants, chariots, wild animals, horses, camels, etc.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Day at the Circus has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Day at the Circus page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Day at the Circus (1901)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Day at the Circus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Day at the Circus worth watching?
Day at the Circus holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Day at the Circus released?
Day at the Circus was released in 1901, with a runtime of about 3 minutes.