The Kid
1921, English. Directed by Charlie Chaplin.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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8.1/10 from 2,483 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Kid
The Kid is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India.
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Cast & crew
- Charlie ChaplinDirector
- Charlie ChaplinA Tramp
- Jackie CooganThe Kid
- Carl MillerThe Man
- Edna PurvianceThe Woman
- Albert AustinCar Thief / Man in Shelter (uncredited)
- Beulah BainsBride (uncredited)
- Nellie Bly BakerSlum Nurse (uncredited)
- Henry BergmanProfessor Guido / Night Shelter Keeper (uncredited)
- Edward BibyOrphan Asylum Driver (uncredited)
- B.F. BlinnAssistant (uncredited)
- Kitty BradburyBride's Mother (uncredited)
- Frank CampeauWelfare Officer (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 21 January 1921
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Charlie Chaplin
- Budget
- $250K
- Box office
- $5.5M
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The Kid: quick answers
Is The Kid worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.1/10 from 2,483 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Kid?
The Kid runs 68 minutes (1h 8m).
Does The Kid have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Kid. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Kid parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Kid is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Kid on?
The Kid is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Kid?
If you liked The Kid, try Fatherhood, Carnage, Uncle Buck.
Who directed The Kid?
The Kid (1921) was directed by Charlie Chaplin and stars Charlie Chaplin, Jackie Coogan, Carl Miller.