The Strongest Man in the World
Synopsis
This film tells the bittersweet story of strongman and magician Mike Swistun who, for thirty days in 1923, was the strongman with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Born in Olha, Manitoba, Swistun was a Ukrainian farm boy, who, for a short moment in time, achieved fame and fortune only to lose it. Narrated by the Ukrainian Hollywood actor Jack Palance, this film won the prestigious Genie Award.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Halya Kuckmij
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert A. Duncan
- Original Title
- The Strongest Man in the World
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Halya Kuckmij
Robert A. Duncan
Allan Kroeker
Allan Kroeker
Halya Kuckmij
Department Leadership Roster
Halya Kuckmij
Producer
Halya Kuckmij
Director
Allan Kroeker
Editor
Allan Kroeker
Director of Photography
Robert A. Duncan
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Strongest Man in the World.
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What is The Strongest Man in the World about?
This film tells the bittersweet story of strongman and magician Mike Swistun who, for thirty days in 1923, was the strongman with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Born in Olha, Manitoba, Swistun was a Ukrainian farm boy, who, for a short moment in time, achieved fame and fortune only to lose it. Narrated by the Ukrainian Hollywood actor Jack Palance, this film won the prestigious Genie Award.
Who directed The Strongest Man in the World?
The Strongest Man in the World was directed by Halya Kuckmij.
Who stars in The Strongest Man in the World?
The principal cast of The Strongest Man in the World includes Not specified.
When was The Strongest Man in the World released and how long is it?
The Strongest Man in the World was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 30m.