A Jitney Elopement
"Charlie Chaplin's fifth film for Essanay Films"
Originally released in 1915. A Jitney Elopement is a comedy film. directed by Charlie Chaplin. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, and Ernest Van Pelt
Synopsis
Edna's father wants her to marry wealthy Count He-Ha. Charlie, Edna's true love, impersonates the Count at dinner, but the real Count shows up and Charlie is thrown out. Later on Charlie and Edna are chased by her father, The Count, and three policeman. The pursuers drive off a pier.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 1, 1915
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 25m
25 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (56 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charlie Chaplin
as Suitor, the Fake Count
Edna Purviance
as Edna
Ernest Van Pelt
as Edna's Father
Leo White
as Count Chloride de Lime, Edna's Suitor
Lloyd Bacon
as Young Butler / Cop
Paddy McGuire
as Old Butler / Cop
Bud Jamison
as Cop with Baton
Carl Stockdale
as Cop
Fred Goodwins
as Undetermined Role
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Jitney Elopement about?
Edna's father wants her to marry wealthy Count He-Ha. Charlie, Edna's true love, impersonates the Count at dinner, but the real Count shows up and Charlie is thrown out. Later on Charlie and Edna a...
Who directed A Jitney Elopement?
A Jitney Elopement was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
How long is A Jitney Elopement?
A Jitney Elopement has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
When was A Jitney Elopement released?
A Jitney Elopement was released on April 1, 1915 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Jitney Elopement?
The main cast of A Jitney Elopement includes Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Ernest Van Pelt, Leo White, Lloyd Bacon.