The Rink
Seen it?1916 | 30 min | Comedy
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy 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. If you loved Chef, start here.
- The mood
- Light and funny.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 30 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1916: an older pace and style.
After amusements working in a restaurant, a waiter uses his lunch break to go roller skating.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesSolid
6.6 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 5K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Charlie Chaplin
- Charlie ChaplinA Waiter
- Edna PurvianceThe Girl
- James T. KelleyHer Father
- Eric CampbellMr. Stout
- Lloyd BaconGuest
- Albert AustinThe Cook
- Henry BergmanMrs. Stout / guest served brush and rag
- Leota BryanEdna's Friend
- Frank J. ColemanRestaurant Manager (uncredited)
- Charlotte MineauEdna's Friend (uncredited)