The read
It runs a compact 26m.
Synopsis
Charlie is released from prison and immediately swindled by a fake parson. A fellow ex-convict convinces Charlie to help burglarize a house.
Ratings
IMDb6.4/10
84 audience votes
Key crew
- Charlie ChaplinDirector
- Charlie ChaplinWriter
Cast
- Charlie ChaplinCharlie, Convict 999
- Edna PurvianceDaughter of the House
- Wesley RugglesJailbird and Thief
- James T. KelleyDrunk with Pockets Picked / Second Flophouse Customer
- Leo WhiteFruitseller / Flop House Manager / Policeman
- John RandPoliceman at House
- Fred GoodwinsHonest Preacher / Policeman with Monocle
- Billy ArmstrongCrooked Preacher / Second Cop
- Harry 'Snub' PollardFirst Flophouse Customer
- Bud JamisonThird Flophouse Customer
- Paddy McGuireFifth Flophouse Customer
- George CleethorpePoliceman at Station with Moustache
Stills
Themes
silent filmshort film