The Idle Class
1921, English. Directed by Charlie Chaplin.
At an upper class golf resort, a tramp discovers he's the lookalike of a rich man with a beautiful, unhappy wife.
- Runtime
- 0h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 117 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Idle Class
The Idle Class is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India.
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Cast & crew
- Charlie ChaplinDirector
- Charlie ChaplinTramp / Husband
- Edna PurvianceEdna the Neglected Wife
- Henry BergmanSleeping Hobo / Guest in Cop Uniform (uncredited)
- Al Ernest GarciaCop in Park / Guest (uncredited)
- Lita GreyMaid (uncredited)
- Lillian McMurrayMaid (uncredited)
- John RandGolfer / Guest (uncredited)
- Rex StoreyPickpocket / Guest (uncredited)
- Mack SwainEdna's Father (uncredited)
- Armand TrillerExtra (uncredited)
- William CareyExtra (uncredited)
- Carlyle RobinsonGuest (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 25 September 1921
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Charlie Chaplin
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The Idle Class: quick answers
Is The Idle Class worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 117 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Idle Class?
The Idle Class runs 32 minutes (0h 32m).
Does The Idle Class have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Idle Class. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Idle Class parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Idle Class yet.
Which OTT platform is The Idle Class on?
The Idle Class is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Idle Class?
If you liked The Idle Class, try The Importance of Being Earnest, Phantom of the Megaplex, Carry On Sergeant.
Who directed The Idle Class?
The Idle Class (1921) was directed by Charlie Chaplin and stars Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Henry Bergman.