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7.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDbNR19501h 7mUnited States of America

Sideshow

Synopsis

A Treasury Department agent on the trail of an international jewel smuggling ring joins a carnival that he thinks the gang is using as a front. He finally locates the jewels hidden as the eyes of wax figures.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 18, 1950

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jean Yarbrough
Screenplay & Story
William F. Broidy, Samuel Roeca
Original Title
Sideshow
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 7m
Production Studios
William F. Broidy Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jean Yarbrough

Screenplay & Story

William F. Broidy, Samuel Roeca

Department Leadership Roster

Jean Yarbrough

Jean Yarbrough

Director

Samuel Roeca

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sideshow.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sideshow

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Sideshow about?

A Treasury Department agent on the trail of an international jewel smuggling ring joins a carnival that he thinks the gang is using as a front. He finally locates the jewels hidden as the eyes of wax figures.

Who directed Sideshow?

Sideshow was directed by Jean Yarbrough.

Who stars in Sideshow?

The principal cast of Sideshow includes Don McGuire, Tracey Roberts, John Abbott, Eddie Quillan, Ray Walker.

When was Sideshow released and how long is it?

Sideshow was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Sideshow?

Sideshow holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).