Movie

The Kid

“6 reels of Joy.”

★ 8.1(2,376)19211h 8m

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Good to know

Director: Charlie Chaplin
Release date: 1921-01-21
Runtime: 1h 8m
Language: No Language
Box office: $5,450,000
Budget: $250,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Charles Chaplin Productions

The Kid — trailer

About The Kid

The Kid is a 1921 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Charlie Chaplin, starring Charlie Chaplin, Jackie Coogan and Carl Miller. It has a runtime of 1 hour 8 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.1/10 from 2,376 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Kid in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Charlie Chaplin

A Tramp

Jackie Coogan

The Kid

Carl Miller

The Man

Edna Purviance

The Woman

Albert Austin

Car Thief / Man in Shelter (uncredited)

Beulah Bains

Bride (uncredited)

Nellie Bly Baker

Slum Nurse (uncredited)

Henry Bergman

Professor Guido / Night Shelter Keeper (uncredited)

Edward Biby

Orphan Asylum Driver (uncredited)

B.F. Blinn

Assistant (uncredited)

Kitty Bradbury

Bride's Mother (uncredited)

Frank Campeau

Welfare Officer (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

angelsuicide attemptfistfightslapstick comedyblack and whiteclass differencesfoundlingsilent filmdream sequencesemi autobiographicalcar theftillegitimate childunwed motherabandoned babysearch for child

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Kid in New Zealand?+

The Kid is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Kid on Netflix?+

The Kid is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is The Kid?+

The Kid has a runtime of 1 hour 8 minutes (68 minutes).

Who stars in The Kid?+

The Kid stars Charlie Chaplin, Jackie Coogan, Carl Miller, Edna Purviance and Albert Austin.

When did The Kid come out?+

The Kid is a 1921 movie directed by Charlie Chaplin.

What genre is The Kid?+

The Kid is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed The Kid?+

The Kid was directed by Charlie Chaplin.