The Star Boarder
1914, English. Directed by George Nichols.
A fun-loving little boy's magic lantern show exposes some indiscreet moments between his landlady mother and her star boarder.
- Runtime
- 0h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Star Boarder isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
Public Domain MoviesAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- George NicholsDirector
- Charlie ChaplinThe Star Boarder aka The Tramp (uncredited)
- Minta DurfeeLandlady (uncredited)
- Edgar KennedyLandlady's Husband (uncredited)
- Gordon GriffithLandlady's Son (uncredited)
- Alice DavenportLandlady's Friend (uncredited)
- Harry McCoyBoarder Assisting with Magic Lantern Show (uncredited)
- Al St. JohnBoarder (uncredited)
- Phyllis AllenBoarder (uncredited)
- Jess DandyBoarder (uncredited)
- Wallace MacDonaldBoarder (uncredited)
- Rube MillerBoarder (uncredited)
- Lee MorrisBoarder (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 4 April 1914
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Craig Hutchinson
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The Star Boarder: quick answers
Is The Star Boarder worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 51 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Star Boarder?
The Star Boarder runs 12 minutes (0h 12m).
Does The Star Boarder have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Star Boarder. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Star Boarder parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Star Boarder is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Star Boarder on?
The Star Boarder isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Star Boarder?
If you liked The Star Boarder, try Laughing Gravy, The Importance of Being Earnest, Good Neighbor Sam.
Who directed The Star Boarder?
The Star Boarder (1914) was directed by George Nichols and stars Charlie Chaplin, Minta Durfee, Edgar Kennedy.