Circus Today
Synopsis
A barker guides us through a sideshow, a menagerie, and on to the big top, for a series of typical Avery gags. For example, the trapeze artists, the Flying Cadenzas, literally fly; the lion puts his head in the tamer's mouth; and the human cannonball flies around the world.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 21, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tex Avery
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Miller
- Original Title
- Circus Today
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures, Leon Schlesinger Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tex Avery
Jack Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Tex Avery
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Circus Today.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Circus Today
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Circus Today about?
A barker guides us through a sideshow, a menagerie, and on to the big top, for a series of typical Avery gags. For example, the trapeze artists, the Flying Cadenzas, literally fly; the lion puts his head in the tamer's mouth; and the human cannonball flies around the world.
Who directed Circus Today?
Circus Today was directed by Tex Avery.
Who stars in Circus Today?
The principal cast of Circus Today includes Tex Avery, Mel Blanc, Eddie Marr.
When was Circus Today released and how long is it?
Circus Today was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 9m.