Tops in the Big Top (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film
Released in 1945, Tops in the Big Top is an animation film directed by Izzy Sparber, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Bluto is the ringmaster; Popeye is the star attraction. Bluto covets Popeye's assistant Olive. Popeye sticks his head in a lion's mouth, but Bluto has put a steak on Popeye's head. When he gets out of that, he does his high wire act: carrying a piano, and Olive, blindfolded. Bluto sabotages this with a banana peel and tosses Popeye to the monkey cage, while he has his way with Olive - until Popeye eats his spinach.
Who’s in it. Tops in the Big Top stars Jackson Beck as Bluto (voice) (uncredited), Jack Mercer as Popeye (voice) (uncredited) and Mae Questel as Olive Oyl (voice) (uncredited).
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tops in the Big Top page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tops in the Big Top tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tops in the Big Top (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tops in the Big Top change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Tops in the Big Top?
- Tops in the Big Top stars Jackson Beck, Jack Mercer and Mae Questel.
- When was Tops in the Big Top released?
- Tops in the Big Top was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.