The Circus (2016-2023)
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Come one, come all to The Circus. This documentary series pulls back the curtain on the Trump era of presidential politics, revealing the intense, inspiring and infuriating stories behind the headlines. Key characters and events are presented in real time, as they are happening. The Circus is a non-partisan, never-before-attempted take on one of the most fascinating and consequential political periods in modern American history.
Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 19:00 (30 min)
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S08E12 | Life During Wartime | Nov 12, 2023 |
| S08E11 | The A.I. Election | Nov 5, 2023 |
| S08E10 | This Thing of His | Oct 29, 2023 |
| S08E09 | The Crucible | Oct 22, 2023 |
| S08E08 | Piercing the Bubble | Oct 15, 2023 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
What was the name of the first episode of 'The Circus'?
"Tension City" was the name of the first episode of 'The Circus'.
Which network aired 'The Circus'?
'The Circus' was aired by Showtime.
What was the primary focus of 'The Circus'?
The primary focus of 'The Circus' was the 2016 United States presidential election.
Who were the hosts of 'The Circus'?
John Heilemann, Mark Halperin, and Mark McKinnon were the hosts of 'The Circus'.
How many episodes of 'The Circus' were there in total?
In total, there were 27 episodes of 'The Circus'.
What was the format of 'The Circus'?
'The Circus' was a docuseries that followed the political events of the 2016 election campaign.
Was 'The Circus' a weekly or a daily series?
'The Circus' was a weekly series.
In which year did 'The Circus' debut?
'The Circus' debuted in 2016.
Did 'The Circus' have any famous guest appearances?
Yes, 'The Circus' featured several famous guest appearances, including Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump.
Was 'The Circus' a popular show in 2016?
Yes, 'The Circus' received favorable reviews in 2016 and was considered a popular show.
Did 'The Circus' receive any awards or nominations?
Yes, 'The Circus' was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series in 2017.
What was the runtime of each episode of 'The Circus'?
Each episode of 'The Circus' had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes.
Was 'The Circus' a scripted or unscripted series?
'The Circus' was an unscripted series.
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Also known as
- The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth (United States)
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