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Freaks 1932

“Can a full grown woman truly love a midget?”

Status
Released
Runtime
64 minutes
Director
Tod Browning
Network
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
★ TMDB users: 7.8/10 NR DramaHorror Released
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What is Freaks?

Freaks is a film first released in 1932. Catalogued under Drama, Horror.

Type
Film
Year
1932
Status
Released
Runtime
64 minutes
Release date
Jan 1, 1932
Studios
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Genres
Drama, Horror
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.8/10
Episode runtime
~64 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

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Overview

Freaks is a film first released in 1932. Catalogued under Drama, Horror. Produced and broadcast by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A trapeze star marries a sideshow leader, sparking a dark circus secret.”

Reasons to watch
  • Atmospheric 1930s horror
  • Unique circus setting
  • Tense character dynamics
Keep in mind
  • Black‑and‑white picture may feel dated
  • Unsettling portrayals of deformities may disturb some viewers

Watch it if you appreciate early horror cinema with a haunting circus atmosphere.

The film contains unsettling portrayals of physical deformities and a bleak tone, suitable for mature audiences.

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What is the main storyline of Freaks?

A beautiful trapeze artist agrees to marry the leader of a circus side‑show, creating tension among the performers.

When was Freaks first released in the United States?

It was released on February 12, 1932 in the US.

What genres does Freaks belong to?

The film is classified as drama and horror.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is approximately one hour and four minutes.

What is the film’s rating?

It is listed as NR (not rated).

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