In 'Modern Times,' the tramp character navigates the challenges of living in a society driven by machines and progress. He works on a production line, but a series of mishaps lands him in a mental hospital and later in jail. Despite these setbacks, he continues to face various escapades. The film is a satirical commentary on the effects of industrialization and explores themes of poverty and the struggle for survival in the Great Depression era.
In the midst of the Gold Rush, a prospector ventures to Klondike in search of gold and falls for a girl in a dance hall. Their journey leads to unexpected adventures and changes their lives. This silent film combines comedy, romance, and drama.
In The Kid (1921), a woman leaves her baby in a car with a note asking for someone to care for the child. Reluctantly, the Tramp finds the baby and grows to love him as his own. As the boy grows up, they face a series of adventures and challenges together.
A tramp falls in love with a blind flower girl and decides to help her by earning money for her medical treatment. With the help of a wealthy drunkard, he experiences humorous mishaps, mistaken identity, and even a fake boxing match in his efforts to assist the girl. Eventually, the tramp is arrested and jailed, but upon his release, he discovers that the girl's sight has been restored and she has opened a successful flower shop. They reunite and share a heartfelt moment as the film ends.
In this silent comedy, a tramp finds himself working at a circus and falling in love with a circus performer. He must navigate through various obstacles, including a rival and the police, to win her heart.
In this silent film comedy, a husband cheats on his wife and gets caught in an affair. The story revolves around their roller-skating adventures at a roller-skating rink. The film explores themes of infidelity, marriage, and family relationships.
Shoulder Arms is a comedic silent film that takes place during World War I. The film follows the adventures of a soldier who experiences various mishaps and comedic moments while serving in the army. With its clever satire and humorous take on military life, Shoulder Arms provides an entertaining and lighthearted portrayal of the war.
The Immigrant tells the story of an immigrant who arrives in America with hope and dreams, but quickly finds himself facing challenges and misfortunes. From dealing with a greedy immigration officer to struggling to find work and battling poverty, the immigrant's journey is filled with humorous and heartwarming moments. Through slapstick comedy and clever storytelling, the film explores themes of love, perseverance, and the immigrant experience.
A homeless man and his trusty dog must navigate the challenges of poverty, unemployment, and being chased by the police in this comedic silent film.
Based -- loosely -- on Leo Tolstoy, this film starred feted stage star Nance O'Neil but is rather better remembered as Theda Bara's follow-up to the sensational A Fool There Was (1914).
Easy Street is a slapstick comedy that follows a police officer as he takes on a dangerous criminal gang to rescue a kidnapped woman. Along the way, he receives help from a missionary church and a reformed criminal. Filled with non-stop action and hilarious comedy, this movie will keep you entertained from start to finish.
Pay Day follows the misadventures of a hardworking man as he tries to navigate through a day filled with comedic mishaps and challenges. From dealing with his boss's daughter, getting hit on the head with a brick, to dealing with a hungry stomach, the film showcases the absurdities and comedic moments that can happen in a single day.
The Chaplin Revue is a collection of Charlie Chaplin's most popular silent movies, including The Kid, The Idle Class, and Pay Day. These films showcase Chaplin's iconic physical comedy and his ability to tell heartwarming and humorous stories without the need for dialogue. The collection is a must-watch for any fan of classic silent film comedy.
The Adventurer is a comedy adventure film released in 1917. The plot revolves around a tramp who rescues a drowning woman and subsequently gets entangled in a series of comedic mishaps and adventures. The film features elements of mistaken identity, escape from authorities, and a romantic subplot. Throughout the movie, the tramp finds himself in various hilarious situations, including hiding in a cupboard, evading gunfire, and attending a chaotic house party. The Adventurer showcases the tramp's resourcefulness and wit as he navigates through a series of comedic challenges.
In 'The Pawnshop,' the Little Tramp works at a pawnshop and gets into various comedic situations. He flirts with a customer, deals with a troublesome father and daughter, and tries to balance multiple tasks. Chaos ensues as the Tramp accidentally causes mayhem in the shop. Will he be able to fix the mess he made and save his job?
A young man and woman are considering marriage; eugenicist Harry J Haiselden warns that they are ill-matched and will produce defective offspring. He is right; their baby is born defective, dies quickly and floats into heaven.
In 'The Count' (1916), a tailor pretends to be a nobleman to attend a dance party and win the heart of a rich woman. He faces comedic mishaps, romantic rivalry, and tries to avoid the police.
In this comedy-drama romance, a vagabond violinist with a unique birthmark on his face finds himself in a camp where he becomes a savior. He meets a painter and they form a unique bond, facing dilemmas and encountering unexpected situations. The vagabond's resemblance to a person in a portrait leads to a series of events involving fights, disputes, and arguments in a pub. Amidst the chaos, he rescues a rich woman's missing daughter and escapes from an altercation. The vagabond's encounter with an old woman and a gypsy crowd adds more twists to the story, with jealousy and kidnapping becoming part of the plot. The film explores themes of wealth, love, and the power of art.
The Cure is a comedic short film that takes place at a health spa. The film follows the misadventures of an unnamed protagonist who is an alcoholic. As he tries to recover from his addiction, he gets into various comedic situations, such as getting his head stuck in a door and falling into a pool.
The Floorwalker is a silent comedy short film from 1916. It follows the adventures of a clumsy man who works in a department store and gets into various comedic situations. The film features comedic pratfalls, foiled robberies, and a mix-up with identities. It is a classic example of slapstick comedy.