The Kid
"6 reels of Joy."
Originally released in 1921. The Kid is a comedy/drama film. directed by Charlie Chaplin. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charlie Chaplin, Jackie Coogan, and Carl Miller
Synopsis
A tramp cares for a boy after he's abandoned as a newborn by his mother. Later the mother has a change of heart and aches to be reunited with her son.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 21, 1921
105 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
8.1/10
Excellent (2,288 votes)
Budget
$250K
Production budget
Box Office
$5.5M
21.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charlie Chaplin
as A Tramp
Jackie Coogan
as The Kid
Carl Miller
as The Man
Edna Purviance
as The Woman
Albert Austin
as Car Thief / Man in Shelter (uncredited)
Beulah Bains
as Bride (uncredited)
Nellie Bly Baker
as Slum Nurse (uncredited)
Henry Bergman
as Professor Guido / Night Shelter Keeper (uncredited)
Edward Biby
as Orphan Asylum Driver (uncredited)
B.F. Blinn
as Assistant (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $250,000
- Revenue
- $5,450,000
Production Companies
- Charles Chaplin Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Kid about?
A tramp cares for a boy after he's abandoned as a newborn by his mother. Later the mother has a change of heart and aches to be reunited with her son.
Who directed The Kid?
The Kid was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
How long is The Kid?
The Kid has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was The Kid released?
The Kid was released on January 21, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Kid?
The main cast of The Kid includes Charlie Chaplin, Jackie Coogan, Carl Miller, Edna Purviance, Albert Austin.
Is The Kid worth watching?
The Kid has a user rating of 8.1/10 based on 2,288 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.