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The Greatest Show on Earth

Charlton Heston (Actor), Betty Hutton (Actor) Rated:
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4.7 out of 5 stars 2,146 ratings
IMDb6.5/10.0
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Genre Romance
Format Color, Dolby, Full Screen, Closed-captioned
Contributor Charlton Heston, Emmett Kelly, Lyle Bettger, Dorothy Lamour, Cornel Wilde, Betty Hutton
Language English, French
Runtime 2 hours and 32 minutes
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A CIRCUS MANAGER'S HIGH-WIRE GIRLFRIEND FALLS FOR A FRENCHAERIALIST. OSCAR FOR BEST PICTURE.

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The Greatest Show on Earth is a heaping helping of flapdoodle served up by one of Hollywood's canniest entertainers: producer-director Cecil B. DeMille. This overripe melodrama purports to be life inside the Ringling Brothers Circus; maybe it's not, but the circus ought to be like this. The actors wrestling with the purple dialogue are: early-career Charlton Heston, as the tough-as-nails circus manager; Cornel Wilde and Betty Hutton as trapeze artistes; and Gloria Grahame (who won an Oscar), dangling from elephants. Best of all, James Stewart plays a clown who--for mysterious reasons--never removes his makeup. (Stewart took the supporting role simply because he'd always wanted to play a clown.) This is a fried-baloney sandwich of a movie: it ain't sophisticated, and probably isn't good for you, but once you start you can't stop. It was the box-office champ of 1952, and it shocked everybody by winning the best picture Oscar. --Robert Horton

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  • Aspect Ratio ‏ : ‎ 1.37:1
  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ NR (Not Rated)
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches; 3.2 ounces
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ Color, Dolby, Full Screen, Closed-captioned
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 2 hours and 32 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ April 6, 2004
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ Charlton Heston, Betty Hutton, Lyle Bettger, Cornel Wilde, Emmett Kelly
  • Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ English
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono), French (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono)
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ Paramount
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0001AW08Y
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 2,146 ratings

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Customers consider this movie one of the best circus films of all time, praising its whimsical storyline and actual circus acts. The film features a great all-star cast and beautiful costumes, with one customer noting its sharp 3-strip Technicolor quality. Customers appreciate its family-friendly nature, with one mentioning it's suitable for all ages to watch together, and find it worth the price.

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198 customers mention "Movie quality"198 positive0 negative

Customers love this movie, describing it as one of the best circus films of all time and very watchable.

"...Great story line. Old movies are great movies. Good clean fun for the whole family." Read more

"...happen, and Cecil B. DeMille certainly pays it tribute in this fantastic movie which , on the one hand, shows in detail, just what they had to do,..." Read more

"A classic and a must watch for all ages...." Read more

"...I think it is a great movie for its entertainment value as well as the capture of a moment in American history when we really did send large three..." Read more

67 customers mention "Story quality"54 positive13 negative

Customers enjoy the story of the TV series, which features great circus scenes and elements of drama, with one customer highlighting the amazing train wreck scene.

"This was a wonderful story that brought back the visions of the marvelous people and all the acts of the circus that meant so much to so many...." Read more

"...I am thankful that I was raised in an era where wonder and imagination filled the senses and brought smiles to the faces of people and mostly..." Read more

"...You can almost smell the sawdust on the floor. Great story line. Old movies are great movies. Good clean fun for the whole family." Read more

"...pays it tribute in this fantastic movie which , on the one hand, shows in detail, just what they had to do, but on the other hand, threw in several..." Read more

54 customers mention "Actor quality"50 positive4 negative

Customers praise the cast of this movie, with one customer specifically highlighting Charlton Heston's performance.

"...Good story, good acting, and enough variety of acts shown to substitute for actually going to the circus, so the kids of today can see how much fun..." Read more

"...was not disappointed in the least: great circus numbers, good performance by the whole cast, and, at the end, the best illustration that could be..." Read more

"...DeMille was cinema's greatest showman, whether his movie plots were historical, religious, dramatic, or just plain American 1950's hokum, such as..." Read more

"What more could be said about this movie. It has a good lineup of top movie stars that perform in this movie...." Read more

36 customers mention "Quality"33 positive3 negative

Customers find the TV series to be of good quality and in excellent condition, with one customer specifically praising the performances of Stewart and Heston in their roles.

"...And talk about solid male leads, you had Heston, Wilde and Stewart at the helm, each with incredible performances...." Read more

"...Heston and Hutton work very well together with verve and honest portrayals of real circus people...." Read more

"Ordered and received it fast and great quality Very happy" Read more

"...What an amazing feat of cinematography." Read more

27 customers mention "Circus scenes"24 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the circus scenes in the movie, with one customer noting the authentic portrayal of real performers under canvas, while another mentions it provides a glimpse into the circus' past heyday.

"...Good story, good acting, and enough variety of acts shown to substitute for actually going to the circus, so the kids of today can see how much fun..." Read more

"...and Hutton work very well together with verve and honest portrayals of real circus people...." Read more

"...And actually gives you some time insight on circus life. And it's entertaining. I've watched it several times, and I will continue doing so...." Read more

"...The costumes and make-up are phenomenal and so much fun to see besides the storyline...." Read more

17 customers mention "Picture quality"17 positive0 negative

Customers praise the picture quality of the TV series, noting its beautiful costumes and sharp 3-strip Technicolor, with one customer highlighting the magnificent backstage view.

"...A classic beauty!! Those were the days when circus's delighted the senses... now everything is digital...." Read more

"...of mine in all his roles, a great actor, especially young and handsome in this one...." Read more

"...So realistic and before computer generated images...." Read more

"Big, bright, bold, beautiful... but dated. Performances were great, but a little overdone here and there...." Read more

16 customers mention "Family entertainment"16 positive0 negative

Customers find this movie family-friendly and nostalgic, bringing happy childhood memories, with one customer noting it's suitable for all ages to watch together.

"...If you like circuses this is a great movie to remember an age when they brought acts and animals that small town Americans might never have a chance..." Read more

"...It's good family entertainment, with a plot believable enough for all but sophisticated adults, and the cameo shots of various celebrities, such as..." Read more

"...Charlton Heston and Jimmy Stewart play main roles. A great family movie and one I hope to watch again." Read more

"If you never got to see this circus-this movie is excellent to show kids and parents the real deal of this circus-it was great from start to finish...." Read more

11 customers mention "Value for money"11 positive0 negative

Customers find the TV series well worth the price.

"...It's packed full of old stars, again making it worth the price, just to have some of them in one's collection." Read more

"...Fantastic. Worth the price ten times over. An unexpected, unplanned documentary on the entertainment of the day...." Read more

"...Well worth collecting." Read more

"...Well worth the price." Read more

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  • Kathe L.
    5.0 out of 5 stars No Greater Show can compare With our Best Acts
    Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025
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    This was a wonderful story that brought back the visions of the marvelous people and all the acts of the circus that meant so much to so many. What a wonderful addition to my collection.
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  • Michele
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great movie
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    Thanks for experience
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  • WarriorPrincess
    5.0 out of 5 stars Always a classic and never gets old. This is one timeless beauty!
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    Watched this as a very young child back in the day and everytime I watch it I enjoy it. A classic beauty!! Those were the days when circus's delighted the senses... now everything is digital. The circus ended a few years ago because of animal rights activists and waning attendance probably due to the interests of people being swayed by other things that stimulate ones imagination. I am thankful that I was raised in an era where wonder and imagination filled the senses and brought smiles to the faces of people and mostly children. It was an era where life was not perfect but somehow much simpler and it wasn't filled with neverending stories of depressing news, drama and problems. Two hours of this allowed me to relive what is now gone for the most part. I am thankful to at least be able to watch movies like this once in awhile and was blessed to have been able to experience the circus as a young girl long ago. It was a memory that will forever stay with me.
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  • TUPPERMOM
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous Movie
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2024
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    You can’t go wrong with a Charlton Heston movie & this one is no exception. He & Jimmy Stewart give great performances. You can almost smell the sawdust on the floor. Great story line. Old movies are great movies. Good clean fun for the whole family.
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  • John Gargani
    4.0 out of 5 stars Peyton Place under the Big Top...
    Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2021
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    If anyone has been down in Sarasota, FLA, and has gone to the Ringling museum, they are familiar with the absolutely amazing story of just what an undertaking that circus was, the enormity of the workforce and maintenance to run, it, etc. And somehow, with what seemed astronomical expenses, back in those days, they were able to make quite a bit of money. Today, of course, it simply would not be possible, just the Zoo portion of what they did would be prohibitively unaffordable.

    But it DID happen, and Cecil B. DeMille certainly pays it tribute in this fantastic movie which , on the one hand, shows in detail, just what they had to do, but on the other hand, threw in several romantic triangles and typical repressive sexual overtones of that era, to blend a crafty soap opera to go along with the festivities.

    I will show my age with this statement, but back then, woman were WOMAN, with generous figures, completely free of ugly excessive tatooing. And talk about solid male leads, you had Heston, Wilde and Stewart at the helm, each with incredible performances.

    This movie has a hypnotic effect with all of the pageantry and colorful scenes, and for many of us who remember that era, a highly nostalgic element for an era that will never be duplicated, due not only to the fact of financial reasons, but because young children today are not as awed by such things, jaded with the over exposure of the net.

    this is how great epic movies were made!
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  • Brad VanVleet
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    Perfect
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  • Moanakai
    5.0 out of 5 stars Epic family movie
    Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2021
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    A classic and a must watch for all ages. I was so thrilled when my parents took me to the circuses, I told them, seriously, I was going to join one, I was after all a contortionist, an athlete, etc. and had my heart set on doing the "ropes" but now I'm disabled and would not be able to attend even if they were still in existence. This was a real treat to me to relive all those wonderful emotions I felt when I was able to go as a child. Charlton Heston has always been a favorite of mine in all his roles, a great actor, especially young and handsome in this one. Good story, good acting, and enough variety of acts shown to substitute for actually going to the circus, so the kids of today can see how much fun it was.
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  • philrob
    5.0 out of 5 stars Circus at his best
    Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2004
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    Although I've seen this movie only once before (when it was out in theaters in Europe, and I was only about 9 years old), it was one of those I've been waiting for to be released since the beginning of the DVD era. And I was not disappointed in the least: great circus numbers, good performance by the whole cast, and, at the end, the best illustration that could be made of Barnum's motto "The Show must go on". What does not spoil anything, the DVD transfer is flawless; and, with the quality of these 2 and 1/2 hours of pure show at a price difficult to be beaten, there is no reason whatsoever to regret the lack of bonuses.
    I've seen many comments complaining about the awarding of 'Best Picture' award (I'm not complaining at all), my only complaint is about the McCarthy insanity (I always thought that he took Hitler's anti-german activities measures as a model for his anti-american activities' crusade) which prevented 'Limelight' from being a nominee in the same year 1952. But what is unbelievable is why all the crap from TV (sorry for redundancy) is deemed more urgent to be released prior valuable movies like this one: I'm not sure that the 175 titles I'm still waiting for (and I know I'm not the only one) will be released before the DVD's 10 years anniversary (only about 30 of them seem to be in preparation at this time).
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  • Devon Taylor
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Circus movie with intrigu.
    Reviewed in Canada on October 23, 2024
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    It was a great movie with insight into all aspects of the circus while at the same time building intrigue. Good actors from those days like Betty Hudson, Cornell Wilde,, James Stewart and Charletan Heston. Good movie to take you away from these hectic times and plant you in those hectic times. Loved it. 😊
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Great all round film.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 27, 2025
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    Great film , great quality, perfect for a Sunday.
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  • r veenstra
    5.0 out of 5 stars The gratest show on earth.
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    Fantastische film uit de tijd dat circus 1 groot avontuur was .. met allerlei mooie filmsterren.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Item quality
    Reviewed in India on August 2, 2023
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    Beautiful product.Many many thanks.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars 映画好きにはたまらない
    Reviewed in Japan on September 6, 2023
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    フロリダのタンパ、リングリングサーカスの拠点です。キャンパーシェルの付いたシービトラックを600$で買い、家族でサンデゴを出発、アメリカ中西部の国立公園を幾つも見てデンバーからフロリダへ、ベニスでサメの歯の化石を見つけるために行きました。目的を果たした私たちはテキサス周りでデンバーに寄り、スキーを楽しんでサンデゴに戻って、トラックを700＄売りました。周りのお友達は私にアメリカを往復して楽しんできたトラックなら、ただで人に呉れてやるお前は商売人だと言っていました。フロリダに居る時地域の住民のため、格安でサーカスを見る企画をリングリングサーカスがして居ましたが、お金のない私たちには見る事ができませんでした。いつの通る道の金網越しに大仕掛けの練習は見れませんが、色々な動物やサーカスを見ることが出来ました。もう一度行ってみたいですが今は元気な８０歳
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