The Fireman (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1916, The Fireman is a comedy film directed by Charlie Chaplin, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. Firefighter Charlie Chaplin is tricked into letting a house burn by an owner who wants to collect on the insurance.
Who’s in it. The Fireman stars Charlie Chaplin as Fireman, Edna Purviance as Girl, Lloyd Bacon as Her Father and Eric Campbell as Foreman of the Brigade, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Fireman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Sky Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fireman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fireman tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fireman (1916)?
- In GB, The Fireman is available to rent or buy from Sky Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Fireman worth watching?
- The Fireman holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fireman?
- The Fireman stars Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Lloyd Bacon, Eric Campbell and Leo White.
- When was The Fireman released?
- The Fireman was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.