Cast: Charles Chaplin
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Charles Chaplin. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 119
City Lights
1931 · Movie · 81 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Virginia Cherrill · Florence Lee · Harry Myers
Synopsis City Lights (1931) follows the heartwarming tale of a kind-hearted vagrant, known as The Little Tramp, who becomes enamored with a lovely, visually impaired flower seller (Virginia Cherrill). The flower girl mistakenly assumes that he is a man of considerable...
8.6
32K votes
8.6
32K votes
Modern Times
1936 · Movie · 89 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Paulette Goddard · Henry Bergman · Chester Conklin
Synopsis Modern Times (1936) follows the journey of a nameless factory worker, played by Charlie Chaplin, who is a small part of the vast industrial machine. His task is to tighten bolts on an assembly line, a job that becomes increasingly...
8.6
62K votes
8.6
62K votes
The Great Dictator
1940 · Movie · 128 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Paulette Goddard · Jack Oakie · Reginald Gardiner
Synopsis The Great Dictator (1940) is set in the 1930s, where the fictional nation of Tomania is ruled by the tyrannical Adenoid Hynkel, who harbors ambitions of global conquest. Meanwhile, in the Jewish quarter of the capital, a humble barber resides,...
8.6
84K votes
8.6
84K votes
The Gold Rush
1925 · Movie · 95 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Mack Swain · Georgia Hale · Tom Murray
Synopsis The Gold Rush (1925) follows the journey of a solitary prospector, a determined yet frail individual, as he ventures into the untamed Alaskan landscape in pursuit of glory and wealth. Along the way, he crosses paths with Black Larson (Tom...
8.4
27K votes
8.4
27K votes
The Kid
1921 · Movie · 68 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Jackie Coogan · Edna Purviance · Carl Miller
Synopsis The Kid (1921) unfolds the tale of an infant left behind in a luxurious automobile by his unwed mother, portrayed by Edna Purviance. When The Little Tramp stumbles upon the child, he endeavors to place him in a suitable home,...
8.4
32K votes
8.4
32K votes
Limelight
1952 · Movie · 145 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Claire Bloom · Nigel Bruce · Sydney Chaplin
Synopsis Limelight (1952) follows the story of a seasoned clown, portrayed by Charles Chaplin, who intervenes to stop a young ballet dancer, played by Claire Bloom, from taking her own life. Following this dramatic encounter, the clown takes the dancer under...
8.3
13K votes
8.3
13K votes
Monsieur Verdoux
1947 · Movie · 123 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Martha Raye · Marilyn Nash · Isobel Elsom
Synopsis Monsieur Verdoux (1947) follows the story of a man who, driven by desperation to support his family, resorts to a chilling scheme. He marries wealthy women and, after securing their fortunes, eliminates them to maintain his financial stability. However, his...
8.0
7K votes
8.0
7K votes
The Circus
1928 · Movie · 72 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Merna Kennedy · Betty Morrisey · Harry Crocker
Synopsis The Circus (1928) follows the misadventures of Charlie Chaplin's iconic Tramp character, who stumbles upon a circus and is swiftly pursued by police officers who mistake him for a thief. His frantic attempts to evade capture inside the big top...
8.0
7K votes
8.0
7K votes
A Dog's Life
1918 · Movie · 40 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Edna Purviance · Syd Chaplin · Henry Bergman
Synopsis A Dog's Life (1918) follows the adventures of Charlie Chaplin's iconic Little Tramp as he navigates the challenges of urban life alongside his loyal canine friend. Together, they face the hardships of poverty and the daily grind, showcasing their resilience...
7.7
4K votes
7.7
4K votes
Chaplin Today: The Kid
2003 · Documentary · 26 min. · France
Direction Alain Bergala
Cast Abbas Kiarostami · Amir Abbas · Reza Hachemi · Charles Chaplin
7.6
138 votes
7.6
138 votes
The Immigrant (S)
1917 · Movie · 25 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Edna Purviance · Eric Campbell · Albert Austin
Synopsis The Immigrant (S) (1917) follows the journey of a newcomer named Charlie who faces a grueling sea voyage and immediately encounters difficulties upon setting foot in the United States.
7.5
3K votes
7.5
3K votes
Shoulder Arms
1918 · Movie · 36 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Edna Purviance · Syd Chaplin · Jack Wilson
Synopsis Shoulder Arms (1918) follows the comedic misadventures of Charlie Chaplin's character as he navigates the challenges of military training in the "awkward squad" during World War I. After being deployed to France, Charlie's spirits are dampened by the absence of...
7.4
2K votes
7.4
2K votes
Pay Day (S)
1922 · Movie · 26 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Phyllis Allen · Mack Swain · Edna Purviance
Synopsis Pay Day (S) (1922) follows the escapades of Charlie, a skilled bricklayer who finds joy in both his work and leisure time, particularly at the local saloon. After a day's labor, Charlie's wife intercepts the money he has cleverly concealed...
7.4
2K votes
7.4
2K votes
The Pilgrim
1923 · Movie · 47 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Edna Purviance · Kitty Bradbury · Syd Chaplin
Synopsis The Pilgrim (1923) follows the escapades of Charlie Chaplin as a fugitive from justice who swipes a set of civilian clothes to discard his prison attire. His journey leads him to a quaint village where he is mistaken for another...
7.3
2K votes
7.3
2K votes
Easy Street (S)
1917 · Movie · 24 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Edna Purviance · Eric Campbell
Synopsis Easy Street (S) (1917) follows the adventures of Charlie the Tramp, who, after entering a mission, is captivated by Edna and decides to return a collection box he had previously taken. Inspired by this act, he transforms into a policeman...
7.2
1K votes
7.2
1K votes
The Chaplin Revue
1959 · Movie · 128 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Albert Austin · Henry Bergman · Syd Chaplin
Synopsis The Chaplin Revue (1959) is a compilation film that brings together three of Charlie Chaplin's classic silent comedies: "A Dog's Life," "Shoulder Arms," and "The Pilgrim," seamlessly woven into a single, extended cinematic experience. Chaplin enhances the viewing experience with...
7.2
147 votes
7.2
147 votes
The Adventurer
1917 · Movie · 31 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Edna Purviance · Eric Campbell · Henry Bergman
Synopsis The Adventurer (1917) follows the iconic Little Tramp character as he breaks out of prison and embarks on a series of thrilling escapades. First, he bravely rescues a young woman and her mother from a perilous drowning situation, showcasing his...
7.1
688 votes
7.1
688 votes
The Cure
1917 · Movie · 31 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Edna Purviance · Eric Campbell · Henry Bergman
Synopsis The Cure (1917) follows the story of a man struggling with alcoholism who decides to seek help at a tranquil health retreat. His arrival, however, brings about a series of unexpected and disruptive events that quickly turn the peaceful spa...
7.1
733 votes
7.1
733 votes
The Tramp and the Dictator
2002 · Documentary · 58 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Kevin Brownlow · Michael Kloft
Cast Kenneth Branagh · Charles Chaplin · Sydney Chaplin · Walter Bernstein
Synopsis The Tramp and the Dictator (2002) delves into the creation of Charlie Chaplin's groundbreaking "talkie" film, The Great Dictator (1940), while highlighting the unexpected parallels between Chaplin and Adolf Hitler. The documentary features rare color home movie footage captured by...
7.1
175 votes
7.1
175 votes
The Idle Class
1921 · Movie · 32 min. · United States
Direction Charles Chaplin
Cast Charles Chaplin · Edna Purviance · Mack Swain · Henry Bergman
Synopsis The Idle Class (1921) follows the story of a vagrant who infiltrates an exclusive golf resort. The vagrant encounters a wealthy woman who is in the midst of a heated dispute with her inebriated spouse. The situation becomes increasingly complex...
7.0
626 votes
7.0
626 votes