Circus World (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1974, Circus World is a documentary film directed by Roman Kroitor, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. A vivid, behind-the-scenes look at the Big Top, the Greatest Show on Earth as presented by Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. Seen from the performers’ point of view, Circus World is a wonderfully human look at the tensions and harmony of families living in a circus environment, complete with The Flying Gaonas, exhilarating highwire acts, clowns, and the amazing feats of Gunther Gebel-Williams, the famous wild-animal trainer. "Circus World" was shown exclusively at the 600-seat IMAX theater at the Circus World theme park in Central Florida.
Who’s in it. Circus World stars Gunther Gebel-Williams as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Circus World sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Circus World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Circus World tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Circus World (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Circus World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Circus World worth watching?
- Circus World holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Circus World?
- Circus World stars Gunther Gebel-Williams.
- When was Circus World released?
- Circus World was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.