The Real Tom Thumb: History's Smallest Superstar

2014 · G · History

Michael Grade reveals the story of General Tom Thumb, the world's first global show business celebrity who went from humble beginnings in America to international superstardom. Discovered at age four by the legendary showman PT Barnum they set out on the first ever show business world tour.

Directed by: Ian Denyer

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