‘The Circus’: John Heilemann Talks Production Challenges & Teases Extended Run Depending On Presidential Election Result
Peter White Television EditorThe Circus, Showtime’s political docu-series, is returning for the second half of its fifth season on August 16.John Heilemann, one of the show’s hosts, said that the show will likely look different as a result of the production challenges faced shooting a series during COVID-19.Speaking on the Campaign HQ podcast, hosted by President Barack Obama’s campaign manager David Plouffe, Heilemann opened up about how production may look on its return and also teased a slightly extended run past November depending on the election result.Heilemann called The Circus the “ultimate field show”.