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Coney Island (1917): cast, story & where to watch

1917 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 1917, Coney Island is a comedy film directed by Roscoe Arbuckle, running about 25 minutes.

What it’s about. Arbuckle escapes the watch of his domineering wife and heads for Coney Island. Keaton arrives that same day with his attractive, and rather easy, girlfriend, who is immediately stolen from him by St. John.

Who’s in it. Coney Island stars Roscoe Arbuckle as Fatty, Al St. John as Old Friend of Fatty's Wife, Buster Keaton as Rival / Cop with Moustache and Alice Mann as Pretty Girl (uncredited), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Coney Island has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Coney Island page.

If you liked it. Fans of Coney Island tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Coney Island (1917)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Coney Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Coney Island worth watching?
Coney Island holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Coney Island?
Coney Island stars Roscoe Arbuckle, Al St. John, Buster Keaton, Alice Mann and Agnes Neilson.
When was Coney Island released?
Coney Island was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.