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Movie Info

Release Date: February 16, 1952
Runtime: 152 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (6)
Genres:
Drama Romance
Budget: $4,000,000
Revenue: $36,000,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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50%
Tomatometer
76
76/100
Metacritic
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6.3/10
TMDB
270 votes
⭐
6.5/10
IMDb
17,321 votes
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The Greatest Show on Earth

1952

"Where dreams dazzle and hearts collide."

Also known as: πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ES: El mayor espectΓ‘culo del mundo? πŸ‡«πŸ‡· FR: Sous le plus grand chapiteau du monde? πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή PT: O Maior EspetΓ‘culo da Terra? πŸ‡°πŸ‡· KO: 지상 μ΅œλŒ€μ˜ μ‡Ό? πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ ZH: ε€§ι©¬ζˆε›’? All international titles (6) →
Drama Romance 152 min 6.5/10

Awards & Recognition

1 Wins
1 Nominations
2 Total
Oscars
1 1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner Result
1953 Oscars Best Picture Cecil B. DeMille Winner
1953 Oscars Best Director Cecil B. DeMille Nominated
Year Festival Category Winner
1953 Oscars Best Picture Cecil B. DeMille
Year Festival Category Winner
1953 Oscars Best Director Cecil B. DeMille

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 2/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Box Office

Budget: $4,000,000
Revenue: $36,000,000
Profit $32,000,000
ROI +800% (9x)

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The Greatest Show on Earth is directed by Cecil B. DeMille .

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Keywords

#circus 13 #clown 7 #traveling circus 2 #trapeze artist 2

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The Greatest Show on Earth

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  • The film was shot on location at the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, which allowed for authentic performances and a vibrant depiction of circus life.

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  • In one scene, James Stewart's character is seen wearing a clown nose, which serves as a subtle nod to the film's themes of performance and identity.

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  • During the filming of a trapeze scene, Hutton experienced a minor injury but insisted on continuing to perform to capture the intensity of her character's rivalry.

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  • In a continuity error, a character is seen wearing different costumes in consecutive shots during the circus's opening performance, disrupting the flow of the scene.

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  • Cecil B. DeMille, known for his grand spectacle films, was influenced by his earlier works, integrating themes of ambition and rivalry that echoed through his entire filmography.

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  • The musical score, composed by Victor Young, featured a mix of original compositions and traditional circus tunes, enhancing the film's lively atmosphere.

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