The Clown (1953)

Drama

Once a famous Ziegfeld star, Dodo Delwyn is reduced to playing clowns in burlesque and amusement parks as a result of his drinking. His son Little Dink idolizes Dodo and faithfully believes in a comeback. He persuades "Uncle" Goldie, Dodo's agent in the good old days, to find a booking for Dodo. He can't, and Dink is sent to live with his remarried-and-wealthy mother, Paula. The unhappy Dink runs back to his father. His welcome return gives Dodo the courage needed to try a knockabout TV show offered by Goldie

Cast

Dodo Delwyn
Paula Henderson
Gallagher
Young Man
Billy (uncredited)
Danny Daylor (uncredited)
Secretary (uncredited)
Charlie (uncredited)
Ballet Instructor (archive footage) (uncredited)
Gambler (uncredited)
Mr. Houston (uncredited)
Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
Dink Delwyn
Dice Player (uncredited)
Ralph Z. Henderson
Little Julie
Dr. Strauss
Joe Hoagley
Television Director
Floor Director

Crew

Screenplay