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Charlie, a wandering tramp, becomes a circus handyman - soon the star of the show - and falls in love with the circus owner's stepdaughter.
Beneath the slapstick chaos of big-top antics lies a surprisingly tender core of longing and class tension. This silent gem balances frantic physical comedy with a quiet, aching romance that elevates the tramp beyond mere caricature.
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Charlie Chaplin, Al Ernest Garcia, Merna Kennedy, Harry Crocker, George Davis, Henry Bergman, Tiny Sandford, John Rand, Steve Murphy, Albert Austin
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The Circus
You can watch The Circus (1928) for free on Darkroom, rent on Apple TV+, or buy on Apple TV+.
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Charlie Chaplin, Al Ernest Garcia, Merna Kennedy, Harry Crocker, George Davis, Henry Bergman, Tiny Sandford, John Rand, Steve Murphy, Albert Austin
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