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Here Comes the Circus

2.819469mMovieDocumentary

Watch and enjoy the large variety of acts in an old-fashioned circus! The film was made available in sound and silent versions.

DirectorHoward Bretherton

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Cast · Directed by Howard Bretherton

EKEmmett Kelly
Emmett Kelly
Circus Clown (Archive Footage)
CBClyde Beatty
Clyde Beatty
Animal Trainer (Archive footage)
DH
Dorothy Herbert
Blind-folded Horse Jumper (Archive Footage)
JA
Jean Allen
Elephant Rider (Archive Footage)
BR
Betty Rich
Trapese Artist (Archive Footage)

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Here Comes the Circus — streaming FAQ

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Here Comes the Circus is streaming on Shout! Factory TV in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Here Comes the Circus on Netflix?

No, Here Comes the Circus is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Shout! Factory TV.

Is Here Comes the Circus on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Here Comes the Circus isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Shout! Factory TV instead.

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Here Comes the Circus is available to stream free (with ads) on Shout! Factory TV in United States.