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The Vagabond

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1916 | 24 min | Comedy

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh.
The mood
Light and funny.
The pace
Breezy, at 24 min.
What might put you off
Made in 1916: an older pace and style.

A tramp tries to earn money by playing the violin, but he’s soon facing off against the jealous competition.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.8 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerSolid

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 4K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Charlie Chaplin

  • Charlie ChaplinThe Saloon Violinist
  • Edna PurvianceThe Gypsy Drudge
  • Eric CampbellThe Gypsy Chief
  • Charlotte MineauThe Mother
  • Albert AustinTrombonist (uncredited)
  • Phyllis Allen(uncredited)
  • Lloyd BaconArtist (uncredited)
  • Henry Bergman(uncredited)
  • Frank J. ColemanGypsy and Musician (uncredited)
  • James T. KelleyGypsy and Musician (uncredited)