Making a Living
1914, English. Directed by Henry Lehrman.
A swindler scams a newspaper reporter-photographer and then, not realizing where the man is employed, applies for a job at his newspaper.
- Runtime
- 0h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- Henry LehrmanDirector
- Charlie ChaplinThe Swindler (uncredited)
- Henry LehrmanNewspaper Reporter-Photographer (uncredited)
- Virginia KirtleyFiancée (uncredited)
- Alice DavenportFiancée's Mother (uncredited)
- Billy GilbertJealous Husband (uncredited)
- Emma CliftonJealous Husband's Wife (uncredited)
- Charles InsleeNewspaper Editor (uncredited)
- Beverly GriffithSeated Man with Editor (uncredited)
- Grover LigonBald Man in Newspaper Office (uncredited)
- Edward NolanCop at Apartment Steps (uncredited)
- Tammany YoungOnlooker (uncredited)
- Edgar KennedyWreck Bystander (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 2 February 1914
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Reed Heustis
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Making a Living: quick answers
Is Making a Living worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 109 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Making a Living?
Making a Living runs 13 minutes (0h 13m).
Does Making a Living have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Making a Living. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Making a Living parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Making a Living is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Making a Living on?
Making a Living isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Making a Living?
If you liked Making a Living, try Nothing to Lose, A Dog's Life, Father Hood.
Who directed Making a Living?
Making a Living (1914) was directed by Henry Lehrman and stars Charlie Chaplin, Henry Lehrman, Virginia Kirtley.