The Greatest Show on Earth

"The Heartbeat Story of Circus People, Filmed with the Cooperation of Ringling Bros. - Barnum and Bailey Circus!"

To ensure a full profitable season, circus manager Brad Braden engages The Great Sebastian, though this moves his girlfriend Holly from her hard-won center trapeze spot. Holly and Sebastian begin a dangerous one-upmanship duel in the ring, while he pursues her on the ground.

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Release Date

February 16, 1952

Status

Released

Original Title

The Greatest Show on Earth

Runtime

2h 32min

Budget

$4,000,000

Revenue

$36,000,000

Language

English, Russian

Production Companies

Paramount Pictures