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First Aired: 20191 Season

The Knie Dynasty: 100 Years of National Circus

Series Overview

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Circus Knie, SRF, RTS, RSI and RTR staged a 180-minute docu-fiction in two parts. The story of the Swiss National Circus is told over several generations through a fictional part, a documentary part as well as archive footage. The viewer experiences the ups and downs in the history of the Swiss National Circus and obtains insight into the circus life that takes place behind the spectacular performances.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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Original Network

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Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 2 Episodes

Air Date Window

2019 – 2019

Premiered: Tue, Jan 1, 2019

Created By
Greg ZglinskiGreg Zglinski

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Jan 8, 2019

Season 1, Episode 2: “Part 2”

An immersion in the Knie family and life in the Swiss National Circus, during preparations for the jubilee programme in 2018. A look behind the scenes and at the exacting daily routine of the circus artistes. Interviews with prestigious friends, such as Géraldine Chaplin, and archive footage provide the background.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Greg Zglinski

Screenplay & Story

Domenico Blass

Department Leadership Roster

Greg Zglinski

Greg Zglinski

Director

Domenico Blass

Writer

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What is The Knie Dynasty: 100 Years of National Circus about?

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Circus Knie, SRF, RTS, RSI and RTR staged a 180-minute docu-fiction in two parts. The story of the Swiss National Circus is told over several generations through a fictional part, a documentary part as well as archive footage. The viewer experiences the ups and downs in the history of the Swiss National Circus and obtains insight into the circus life that takes place behind the spectacular performances.

How many seasons does The Knie Dynasty: 100 Years of National Circus have?

The Knie Dynasty: 100 Years of National Circus comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Knie Dynasty: 100 Years of National Circus?

Key cast members in The Knie Dynasty: 100 Years of National Circus include Ilja Baumeier, Marco Luca Castelli, Esther Gemsch, Ann Mayer, Anna Schinz.

Who created or directed The Knie Dynasty: 100 Years of National Circus?

The Knie Dynasty: 100 Years of National Circus was developed and directed by Greg Zglinski.