The story of the great American showman and promoter.The story of the great American showman and promoter.The story of the great American showman and promoter.
- Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys
- 1 win & 9 nominations total
Michèle-Barbara Pelletier
- Pauline
- (as Michelle Barbara Pelletier)
- Director
- Writer
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- TriviaP.T. Barnum was portrayed at different ages by Beau Bridges and his son Jordan Bridges.
- GoofsThis movie shows P.T. Barnum naming Jumbo. In fact, when Barnum bought Jumbo that was already his name. Keepers at the London Zoo (Jumbo's owners before Barnum) named him Jumbo, a derivation of an African word for elephant. The publicity Barnum brought to Jumbo eventually coined the word "jumbo" as meaning large.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The 52nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (2000)
Featured review
"Ladies and gentlemen & children of all ages, in the center ring..." be prepared for the GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH!!! And for all, this presentation is. Mr. Bridges should brush of his top hat for another well deserved "EMMY" award. "P.T. Barnum" ran the gambit of emotions and kept me well entertained, {even over two nights}! Bridges supporting cast held their own with THIS master showman, including Bridges own son Jordan as the young P.T Barnum. Simon Wincer's direction was wonderful and with talent and sets of such a grand manner, could perfection not be far?! Smiles for all who seek entertainment here!!!
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