The Clown (1953)

Overview:
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

Release Date : 1953-01-16

Genre : Drama

Duration : 91 menit

Rating : ⭐ 5.6/10 (11 votes)

Actors : Red Skelton, Jane Greer, Tim Considine, Loring Smith, Philip Ober, Lou Lubin, Fay Roope, Walter Reed