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The Kid

NR1h 8m1921Charlie Chaplin
IMDb: 8.2/10Rotten: 100%
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"6 reels of Joy."

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.

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AngelSuicide AttemptFistfightSlapstick ComedyBlack And WhiteClass DifferencesFoundlingSilent FilmDream SequenceSemi Autobiographical

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What is The Kid (1921) 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 stars in The Kid?

The Kid stars Charlie Chaplin (A Tramp), Jackie Coogan (The Kid), Carl Miller (The Man), Edna Purviance (The Woman), Albert Austin (Car Thief / Man in Shelter (uncredited)). The film was directed by Charlie Chaplin.

How long is The Kid?

The Kid has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1921. It is rated NR.

Is The Kid worth watching?

The Kid holds an IMDb rating of 8.2/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 100. Fans of Comedy, Drama, Family are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch The Kid?

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