Funniest Show on Earth (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1953, Funniest Show on Earth is a comedy film directed by Mario Mattoli, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. A clown named Tottons of the Togni circus, obliged to never take off his clown makeup or reveal his identity, is continually persecuted by the jealousy of three women and even by a policeman.
Who’s in it. Funniest Show on Earth stars Mario Castellani as Il domatore, May Britt as Brigitte, Franca Faldini as Yvonne and Marc Lawrence as Il proprietario del circo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Funniest Show on Earth 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 Funniest Show on Earth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Funniest Show on Earth tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Funniest Show on Earth (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Funniest Show on Earth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Funniest Show on Earth worth watching?
- Funniest Show on Earth holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Funniest Show on Earth?
- Funniest Show on Earth stars Mario Castellani, May Britt, Franca Faldini, Marc Lawrence and Totò.
- When was Funniest Show on Earth released?
- Funniest Show on Earth was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.