Recounts the life of P.T. Barnum, the legendary showman who transformed the American circus into a popular phenomenon.

Who was P.T. Barnum? -- Connecticut -- The 161-year-old woman -- The American museum -- See the mermaid! -- Meet general Tom Thumb -- Introducing Jenny Lind -- The art of losing money -- Joining the circus -- Jumbo -- The end of the show -- Timelines.