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The Smallest Show on Earth (1957)

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Runtime: 81 mins

Synopsis: When a young married couple inherit a dilapidated old theater in a small English town, they decide to sell it. However, Matt and Jean Spenser quickly realize the offer made by a competing cinema is smaller than the debts they have inherited along with the building. As a result, they come up with a... When a young married couple inherit a dilapidated old theater in a small English town, they decide to sell it. However, Matt and Jean Spenser quickly realize the offer made by a competing cinema is smaller than the debts they have inherited along with the building. As a result, they come up with a scheme to hold a grand reopening that they hope will drive up its value. But Matt and Jean don't count on their three wacky employees who prove they will go to any lengths to make sure the theater stays open. [More]

Genre: Comedies

Starring: Virginia McKenna, Peter Sellers, Margaret Rutherford, Bill Travers

Director: Basil Dearden
Producer: Michael Relph

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May 29, 2007

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  • Region 0
  • Keep Case
  • Full Frame - 1.33

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