Quick facts
- Released
- January 16, 1953
- Runtime
- 91 min
- Rating
- NR
- IMDb
- tt0044503
- Country
- United States
- Language
- English
- Studio
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Cast
Red Skelton
Dodo Delwyn
Jane Greer
Paula Henderson
Tim Considine
Dink Delwyn
Loring Smith
Goldie
Philip Ober
Ralph Z. Henderson
Lou Lubin
Little Julie
Fay Roope
Dr. Strauss
Walter Reed
Joe Hoagley
Eddie Marr
Television Director
Jonathan Cott
Floor Director
Don Beddoe
Gallagher
Steve Forrest
Young Man
Billy Barty
Billy (uncredited)
Ned Glass
Danny Daylor (uncredited)
Sandra Gould
Secretary (uncredited)
Frank Nelson
Charlie (uncredited)
Ann Codee
Ballet Instructor (archive footage) (uncredited)
Charles Bronson
Gambler (uncredited)
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Frequently asked questions
- What is The Clown about?
- Once a famous Ziegfeld star, Dodo Delwyn is reduced to playing clowns in burlesque and amusement parks as a result of his drinking. His son Little Dink idolizes Dodo and faithfully believes in a comeback. He persuades "Uncle" Goldie, Dodo's agent in the good old days, to find a booking for Dodo. He can't, and Dink is sent to live with his remarried-and-wealthy mother, Paula. The unhappy Dink runs back to his father. His welcome return gives Dodo the courage needed to try a knockabout TV show offered by Goldie
- Who directed The Clown?
- The Clown was directed by Robert Z. Leonard.
- Who stars in The Clown?
- The Clown stars Red Skelton, Jane Greer, Tim Considine, Loring Smith.
- When was The Clown released?
- The Clown is a 1953 drama film.
- Where can I watch The Clown?
- You can watch The Clown with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.