The Circus
“Inside the Craziest Political Campaign on Earth”
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About
Come one, come all to The Circus. This real-time documentary series pulls back the curtain on the current political stories, revealing the intense, inspiring and infuriating stories behind the headlines. Key characters and events are presented in real time, as they are happening.
Cast
Seasons
Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth
Season one pulls back the curtain on the 2016 presidential race, revealing the stories behind the headlines.
Inside the Biggest Story on Earth
Season two pulls back the curtain on the Trump administration, revealing the intense, inspiring and infuriating stories behind the headlines.
Inside the Wildest Political Show on Earth
Season three reveals the high-stakes impact of the White House's headline grabbing dramatics throughout our divided states of America.
Season 4
Season four explores the shifting power dynamics on Capitol Hill as Democrats take control of the House, and covers the escalating drama around President Trump’s legal entanglements and continued scrutiny from Special Counsel Robert Mueller.
Inside the Craziest Political Campaign on Earth
Season 5 takes on the most consequential story of our time: the 2020 Presidential election, with in-depth, behind-the-scenes coverage of the biggest political stories each week, including President Donald J. Trump's impeachment trial, and more.
Season 6
Season 7
Season 8
With a power shift in the House of Representatives and score-settling on the Congressional agenda, hosts John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jenn Palmieri go beyond the headlines for an informative, inside look at the fluctuating political spectacle and the issues impacting us all.
Episodes
Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth
The Outsiders
The campaigns of three "outsiders" - Ted Cruz, Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump - are given behind-the-scenes attention on the road to the Iowa caucus. Series premiere.
Prisoner's Dilemma
The second episode follows Sen. Marco Rubio, Gov. Chris Christie, former Gov. Jeb Bush and Gov. John Kasich as they prepare for the all-important, first-in-the-nation primary in New Hampshire.
Tension City
This episode follows the angst and drama leading up to the Iowa caucuses, with a showdown brewing between Democrats Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton and the GOP's first real test of outsider candidates versus the establishment.
The Big Mo
The fourth episode goes inside the Iowa fallout and the momentum leading into New Hampshire's primary. Who¿s got it? Who doesn't? And how can the Clinton and Trump campaigns pick up the pace to beat back the surge of Sanders and Cruz?
The Winnowing
From the electric jolt of New Hampshire to the hard truths coming up in South Carolina and Nevada. Trump tastes victory, Kasich picks up momentum - and Bush faces the prospect of an impending do-or-die reality.
Fear and Loathing
As the campaigns head towards the final stretch leading to Nevada and South Carolina, there's growing anxiety among both frontrunners and stragglers about just how high the stakes are - and the significance of falling behind.
Confidence Game
With the field narrowed down to The Big Five, the campaigns spread their game across the country and play to their strengths - with eyes squarely focused on the all-important upcoming prize: Super Tuesday.
The Reckoning
With big wins for the frontrunners on Super Tuesday the rest of candidates are reckoning with the results. But the biggest story of all might be one both Democratic and Republican establishments can agree on: how do they stop Trump?
Where does The Circus rank today?
The Circus is #1802 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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Watch The Circus Online Free — All Episodes in HD
Stream The Circus online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular documentary series originally produced in English and released in 2016, it's earned a solid 6.2/10 from 19 viewers worldwide.
About The Circus
“Inside the Craziest Political Campaign on Earth”
Come one, come all to The Circus. This real-time documentary series pulls back the curtain on the current political stories, revealing the intense, inspiring and infuriating stories behind the headlines. Key characters and events are presented in real time, as they are happening. Across 8 seasons and 130 episodes, originally airing on Showtime.
The Circus Cast and Characters
The cast features John Heilemann (as Self - Co-Host), Mark McKinnon (as Self - Co-Host), and Jennifer Palmieri (as Self - Co-Host). Their performances are a major reason The Circus has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch The Circus Online
On Bowood.TV you can watch The Circus free — no account, no credit card, no ads in the middle of the show. We stream the full series in 720p / 1080p HD, with subtitles when available, on any device: phone, tablet, laptop, or smart TV browser.
▶ Watch The Circus NowWhy People Are Watching The Circus
The Circus flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Circus
Where can I watch The Circus online for free?
You can watch The Circus online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does The Circus have?
The Circus has 130 episodes across 8 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Circus good? What's the rating?
The Circus holds a 6.2/10 rating based on 19 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of The Circus?
The main cast includes John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon, and Jennifer Palmieri.
Is The Circus available in English?
Yes — The Circus was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Circus released?
The Circus first aired in 2016.
Do I need an account to watch The Circus on Bowood.TV?
No. Bowood.TV is free and you can watch The Circus without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Circus for free?
You can watch The Circus online for free on Bowood.TV. All 130 episodes across 8 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does The Circus have?
The Circus currently has 8 seasons and a total of 130 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Circus about?
Come one, come all to The Circus. This real-time documentary series pulls back the curtain on the current political stories, revealing the intense, inspiring and infuriating stories behind the headlines. Key characters and events are presented in real time, as they are happening. It belongs to the Documentary genre.
In which language is The Circus originally available?
The Circus was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Circus first released?
The Circus first premiered on January 17, 2016 (2016). The series has since concluded its run.
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