Police
Originally released in 1916. Police is a comedy film. directed by Charlie Chaplin. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, and Wesley Ruggles
Synopsis
Charlie is released from prison and immediately swindled by a fake parson. A fellow ex-convict convinces Charlie to help burglarize a house.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 27, 1916
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 26m
26 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (80 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charlie Chaplin
as Charlie, Convict 999
Edna Purviance
as Daughter of the House
Wesley Ruggles
as Jailbird and Thief
James T. Kelley
as Drunk with Pockets Picked / Second Flophouse Customer
Leo White
as Fruitseller / Flop House Manager / Policeman
John Rand
as Policeman at House
Fred Goodwins
as Honest Preacher / Policeman with Monocle
Billy Armstrong
as Crooked Preacher / Second Cop
Harry 'Snub' Pollard
as First Flophouse Customer
Bud Jamison
as Third Flophouse Customer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Police about?
Charlie is released from prison and immediately swindled by a fake parson. A fellow ex-convict convinces Charlie to help burglarize a house.
Who directed Police?
Police was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
How long is Police?
Police has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).
When was Police released?
Police was released on May 27, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Police?
The main cast of Police includes Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Wesley Ruggles, James T. Kelley, Leo White.