A Thousand Clowns (1965) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
A Thousand Clowns (1965) — Twelve-year-old Nick lives with his Uncle Murray, a Mr.Micawber-like Dickensian character who keeps hoping som...
A Thousand Clowns (1965) Storyline
Twelve-year-old Nick lives with his Uncle Murray, a Mr.Micawber-like Dickensian character who keeps hoping something won't turn up. What turns up is a social worker, who falls in love with Murray and a bit in love with Nick. As the child welfare people try to force Murray to become a conventional man (as the price they demand for allowing him to keep Nick), the nephew, who until now has gloried in his Uncle's iconoclastic approach to life, tries to play mediator. But when he succeeds, he is alarmed by the uncle's willingness to cave in to society in order to save the relationship.
Full Cast & Crew
- Jason Robards as Murray
- Barry Gordon as Nick
- Barbara Harris as Sandra
- Martin Balsam as Arnold
- Gene Saks as Leo
- William Daniels as Albert Amundsen
- John McMartin as The Man in the Office
- Philip Bruns as The Man in the Restaurant
Why Watch A Thousand Clowns?
The Vibe: A Thousand Clowns is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1965. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.9/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with comedy-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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