Still from At the Circus — At the Circus (1939) — Edward BuzzellPhotographed by Leonard Smith

Edward Buzzell

At the Circus

Name: At the Circus
Genre: Comedy, Music
Released: 1939
Duration: 87 min

English / 1939 / 1h 27m

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Comedy Music

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Synopsis

Jeff Wilson, the owner of a small circus, owes his partner Carter $10,000. Before Jeff can pay, Carter's accomplices steal the money so he can take over the circus. Antonio Pirelli and Punchy, who work at the circus, together with lawyer Loophole try to find the thief and get the money back.

Credits

Crew

DirectorEdward Buzzell

WriterIrving Brecher

CinematographerLeonard Smith

Cast

Groucho Marxas Attorney J. Cheever Loophole

Chico Marxas Antonio Pirelli

Harpo Marxas 'Punchy'

Kenny Bakeras Jeff Wilson

Florence Riceas Julie Randall

Eve Ardenas Peerless Pauline

Margaret Dumontas Mrs. Suzanna Dukesbury

Nat Pendletonas Goliath

Fritz Feldas Jardinet

James Burkeas John Carter

Jerry Marenas Little Professor Atom (as Jerry Marenghi)

Barnett Parkeras Whitcomb

Irving Baconas Telegraph Clerk (uncredited)

Willie Bestas Redcap (uncredited)

Frank Orthas Chef in Diner (uncredited)

John Binnsas Old Man (uncredited)

Henry Blairas Undetermined Role (uncredited)

George Bookastaas Member of Quarttete (uncredited)

James Conatyas Party Guest (uncredited)

Frank Darienas Telegrapher (uncredited)