His Trysting Places
Originally released in 1914. His Trysting Places is a comedy film. directed by Charlie Chaplin. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charlie Chaplin, Mabel Normand, and Mack Swain
Synopsis
On his way to a restaurant, Ambrose, a happily married man, obliges to mail a letter for a woman in the apartment lobby. Unbeknownst to him, the letter is about a rendezvous with her own lover at their "trysting place". Elsewhere, after some domestic frustration, Charlie runs an errand to buy a baby bottle before stopping at the same restaurant. After a confrontation there, they both inadvertently leave with each other's coats. Later, their wives independently discover what appears to be incriminating evidence of extramarital affairs from the pockets of the swapped garments. It all comes to a head when all four of them find themselves at the "trysting place" in the park.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 9, 1914
111 years ago
Runtime
0h 21m
21 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (46 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charlie Chaplin
as Clarence, the Husband
Mabel Normand
as Mabel, The Wife
Mack Swain
as Ambrose
Phyllis Allen
as Ambrose's Wife
Helen Carruthers
as Clarice (uncredited)
Glen Cavender
as Cook / Park Police Officer (uncredited)
Nick Cogley
as Bearded Diner (uncredited)
Ted Edwards
as Diner with White Shoes (uncredited)
Vivian Edwards
as Woman Outside Restaurant (uncredited)
Edwin Frazee
as Thrown Pie Recipient (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Keystone Film Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is His Trysting Places about?
On his way to a restaurant, Ambrose, a happily married man, obliges to mail a letter for a woman in the apartment lobby. Unbeknownst to him, the letter is about a rendezvous with her own lover at t...
Who directed His Trysting Places?
His Trysting Places was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
How long is His Trysting Places?
His Trysting Places has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).
When was His Trysting Places released?
His Trysting Places was released on November 9, 1914 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in His Trysting Places?
The main cast of His Trysting Places includes Charlie Chaplin, Mabel Normand, Mack Swain, Phyllis Allen, Helen Carruthers.