Billy Rose's Jumbo (1962)

At the dawn of the 20th century, the Wonder Circus paints a vibrant picture of life on the road, full of thrilling acts and family ties that stretch beyond blood. At the heart of the show is Anthony 'Pop' Wonder, the jovial, ever-dazzling clown and patriarch of the circus, and his daughter Kitty, an aerialist and trick rider of extraordinary talent. Yet beneath the glittering surface of the circus, the bitter reality of Pop's ruinous gambling addiction gnaws at the foundation of this tight-knit troupe, plunging them deeper into debt. Despite their financial struggles, the Wonder Circus is home to Jumbo, a spectacular trained elephant and the star of the show. This majestic creature is the envy of their fierce competitor, the power-hungry John Noble, owner of the Noble Circus. Noble's relentless attempts to buy Jumbo only strengthen Pop and Kitty's resolve to keep their family - and their star attraction - intact. As the Wonder Circus teeters on the brink of collapse, many performers, lured by the promise of regular pay, are torn between loyalty and the security of the Noble Circus. Amid this turmoil, a mysterious Jack-of-all-trades named Sam Rawlins wanders into their world. Despite Kitty's initial reluctance to hire the perceived drifter, Sam's impressive array of circus skills and undeniable charm soon win her over. However, Kitty remains wary of Sam's motives, suspecting he could earn more under Noble's employ. As Kitty and Sam's relationship deepens, love begins to bloom under the big top. But Sam's enigmatic past casts a long shadow, harboring a secret that could shatter his newfound place within the Wonder family and threaten the very existence of the Wonder Circus - including the life of their beloved Jumbo. Will the Wonders discover Sam's secret before it's too late? In a world where nothing is as it seems, everyone must decide what - and who - they're willing to risk for the show to go on.

Billy Rose's Jumbo is a comedy movie featuring Doris Day and directed by Charles Walters.

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