The Circus: Premiere (1928): cast, story & where to watch

1928 · Film · ★ 5.4

The Circus: Premiere poster

Released in 1928, The Circus: Premiere is a documentary film, running about 6 minutes.

What it’s about. Footage from the premiere of Charlie Chaplin's 1928 film 'The Circus'.

Who’s in it. The Circus: Premiere stars Vilma Banky as Self, Rod La Rocque as Self, W.C. Fields as Self and Doris Kenyon as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Circus: Premiere has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Circus: Premiere 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 The Circus: Premiere (1928)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Circus: Premiere change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Circus: Premiere worth watching?
The Circus: Premiere holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Circus: Premiere?
The Circus: Premiere stars Vilma Banky, Rod La Rocque, W.C. Fields, Doris Kenyon and Milton Sills.
When was The Circus: Premiere released?
The Circus: Premiere was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.